Local
2 years ago
Whatcom County residents file petition to repeal “childcare tax”

The petition needs 6,392 signatures to move on to the next step of the initiative process. 

Local
2 years ago
Single-vehicle collision knocks out traffic lights on Guide

Puget Sound Energy crews were able to restore power to the majority of the lights by around 7:30 p.m.

Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: BNSF train derailment forces closure of Portal Way near Custer

Portal Way between Valley View and Arnie Road will be closed all day.

Local
2 years ago
Bellingham City Council approves new building height maximum in Fairhaven

The council also voted to approve an agreement with Dominion Sustainable Development Corporation to build on “The Pit.”

Local
2 years ago
Hybrid-electric ferries to hit the Puget Sound in coming years

The system looks to convert six boats for hydro-electric energy and build 16 of these new ships by 2040.

Local
2 years ago
ABC Recycling to ship out final scrap metal from Bellingham waterfront

The loading is expected to last through Monday, June 10.

Local
2 years ago
City council declares opioid and synthetic drug crisis in Bellingham

The Whatcom County Council and Lummi Nation have issued similar orders that declared a state of emergency over fentanyl.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Swimming advisory in place at Boulevard Park and Taylor Dock

The advisory is specifically for the southern end of the park near Taylor Dock

Local
2 years ago
Electric Avenue bridge closed for two weeks due to “critical structural issues”

Although the bridge is closed to vehicle traffic, pedestrian and bike traffic will remain open.