Local
2 years ago
REMINDER: Consumer fireworks banned in Bellingham city limits

The ban includes any and all fireworks legally purchased at stands around the county.

Local
2 years ago
Man hospitalized following accidental shooting in Bellingham

No charges will be filed against the victim or the gun’s owner.

Local
2 years ago
WWU to sell six university-owned properties to recover from COVID-19 fiscal losses

Properties for sale include buildings/land in Whatcom County as well as a waterfront site on San Juan Island.

Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: Fire crews battle wildfire in Skagit County

No evacuation orders are in effect, but people are being asked to avoid the area. 

Local
2 years ago
Whatcom courts announce hearing to discuss key information for water adjudication

Whatcom County residents can attend the hearing in-person or virtually.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: BPD releases sketch of suspect in Lake Padden assault

The attacker was last seen fleeing the area near I-5.

Local
2 years ago
Retired Whatcom Sheriff’s Deputy among weekend motorcycle fatalities

The sheriff’s office says Smith was “a mentor, a friend, and a source of inspiration to many” whose impact in the community went far beyond his official duties.

Local
2 years ago
King County judge puts parts of new state parental rights law on pause

The law, known as Initiative 2081, went into effect on June 6. Critics of the law say this could harm students’ access to birth control, among other things.

Local
2 years ago
Three riders killed in motorcycle accidents in Whatcom, Skagit Counties

The Washington State Patrol says that the first crash occurred on Friday night, June 21 on Highway 20 near Best Road.

Community Events
2 years ago
PHOTOS: Racers compete in 2024 Lake Padden Triathlon

Over 200 competitors enjoyed race-perfect weather conditions at this year’s Padden Triathlon.