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Local
2 years ago
Whatcom County Council approves $4 million in contracts to Oppurtunity Council

The contracts will go towards further support to Whatcom County’s homeless population.

Environmental
2 years ago
Claim forms for Nooksack water adjudication to be sent out in early 2025

Qualifying water users will have until May 1, 2026, to complete the forms.

Government
2 years ago
Facebook faces record-setting fine for violations of political spending laws in Washington

According to the state Public Disclosure Commission, the fine is believed to be the largest ever imposed for campaign finance violations in United States history.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
Bellingham voted one of the 50 best places to visit in the world

The article says Bellingham is a “quirky and youthful city defined by its culture, historic district and outdoor escapes.” 

Community Events
2 years ago
BRIEF: Dick’s Drive-In to bring food truck to Bellingham for one day only

The truck will be selling their famous burgers and shakes from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. or until everything sells out. 

Local
2 years ago
WTA announces new technology to better serve passengers and route planning

Work on their bus fleet should be done by the end of December, and they will start collecting new data in January after testing and training are complete.

Traffic
2 years ago
Heavy traffic expected as Taylor Swift ends the “Eras Tour” in Vancouver

It may not be Santa Claus, but a larger-than-life figure coming to town could snarl your weekend travel plans.

Local
2 years ago
State audit finds eventual home ownership program ineffective in Whatcom County

The report comes partially in response to controversy over Deming homes in the Nooksack eviction saga.

Local
2 years ago
Federal appeals court rules ICE can continue using Boeing Field for chartered deportation flights

The agency has used airports around the country to charter flights deporting hundreds of thousands of noncitizens considered lawfully removable from the U.S.

Tribal News
2 years ago
Lummi Nation receives $550,000 grant to expand mental health services

The Washington State Health Care Authority also received $7 million from the DOJ to help fund treatment programs in both communities and correctional facilities.