Local
2 months ago
Bellingham’s newest tiny home village opens to the public

North Haven contains 19 new tiny home units, in addition to 23 more that were brought in from the old Unity Village in Fairhaven.

Crime
2 months ago
Police investigate reported vandalism on Little Squalicum Pier

Bellingham Parks and Recreation spokesperson David Brauhn said that over the weekend, a handful of 911 callers reported hearing either fireworks or gunshots near Little Squalicum Pier.

Lifestyle
2 months ago
New Whidbey Island exhibit honors famed orca ‘Tokitae’

According to Orca Network, Toki’s Legacy allows visitors to explore all aspects of Tokitae’s family, life and home water and has artifacts from her 1970 capture in Penn Cove.

Local
2 months ago
Whatcom County Planning and Development Services Director announces retirement

Whoever steps into Personius’s shoes would need to oversee long-term planning in the county and land use permitting among other roles.

Obituaries
2 months ago
Whatcom County government pioneer, public servant Shirley Van Zanten dies

According to her obituary, Van Zanten was key in preserving public land across the county such as Teddy Bear Cove and Canyon Lake Community Forest.

Government
2 months ago
Bellingham passes benchmark in changing shelter requirements

Other changes that come with the unanimous passing include removing the 24-hour operational requirements and updating measures surrounding minors and heating elements in tiny homes.

Local
2 months ago
New study ranks Bellingham as one of the least affordable cities in the U.S.

The results of a new study that compared income to home prices across the country are not favorable to some local jurisdictions.

Government
2 months ago
New potential Bellingham sales tax would help bolster criminal justice services

It comes as Bellingham is currently facing a $10 million budget deficit, which the city says would fall to $6 million if the new tax is approved.

Business
2 months ago
Longtime Ferndale baker announces retirement after 26 years of business

The business has been in operation since 1999, with O’Brine selling her renowned pies, Danishes and cookies out of her home kitchen.

Local
2 months ago
Stranded person rescued on Nooksack River by local authorities

Everson Police said in a social media post that they rescued a person who had been inner tubing on the Nooksack River on Friday afternoon.

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