Local
2 months ago
Main parking lot at Bellingham Airport closed through early September for upgrades

Travelers should keep in mind that parking reservations aren’t available at the airport until the upgrades are finished. 

Health and Wellness
2 months ago
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state

The product was sold between July 17 and Aug. 8 under the brand names Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American and First Street.

Education
2 months ago
School districts in Washington look to restrict smart devices in classrooms

The Ferndale School District has been among local leaders in its policy, which only allows high schoolers to use their devices during lunch break unless they’re told otherwise by a teacher.

Lifestyle
2 months ago
Peoples Bank announces Great Peoples Bank Pig Search

The bank is also hosting a $1,000 giveaway for one lucky person who enters its online contest, whether they find a piggy bank or not.

Local
2 months ago
Washington Department of Ecology seeks feedback on plan to clean up Drayton Harbor

The department is proposing a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) to set targets for pollution reduction and eventually bring it up to the state’s standard for water quality.

Government
2 months ago
Bellingham’s regulations on shelter spaces may be changing

That includes removing limitations on how many guests a temporary shelter can host at any given time.

Crime
2 months ago
UPDATE: Bellingham Police locate suspect involved in hit-and-run incident

The 35-year-old male suspect was arrested on Friday afternoon for felony hit-and-run and was booked into Whatcom County Jail.

Local
2 months ago
Port of Bellingham releases new study analyzing industrial land use

It found that there’s nearly 3,400 acres of developable land left in Whatcom County that’s currently zoned for industrial use, which meets targets for future job growth.

Government
2 months ago
Police Chief Steve Taylor confirms retirement from Lynden Police, Lynden begins search for replacement

Applicants need to have at least ten years of law enforcement experience, with at least five years in senior or executive-level management.

Government
2 months ago
Whatcom County names new director of Health and Community Services

The new director is expected to take over at the end of October, pending confirmation from the county council.

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