Government
3 months ago
Gov. Ferguson directs $2 million per week to support Washington foodbanks

Ferguson says the funding will be available to food banks starting on Nov. 3 and will continue weekly until SNAP funding is restored.

Local
3 months ago
WTA seeks community input on proposed routes serving Western

WTA says it’s struggled to adjust its current service to major spikes in crowds due to Western’s synchronized class start times.

Weather
3 months ago
Atmospheric river in the forecast for Whatcom County this Halloween weekend

The region could also see some snow fall across the North Cascades, but snow levels aren’t expected to drop until Sunday.

Elections
3 months ago
Whatcom County voters recommended to place ballots in official drop boxes

The Secretary of State’s Office says it can’t guarantee that ballots mailed in the final week leading up to the election will be postmarked on time.

Local
3 months ago
PeaceHealth to cut dozens of jobs at Bellingham hospital

Impacted roles include supply chain specialists, informaticists and some administrative services.

Local
3 months ago
Bellingham Food Bank doubles food spending budget amidst SNAP’s looming suspension

Plus, the Salvation Army is partnering with Walmart to host food drives across the state this weekend. 

Local
3 months ago
Whatcom County to host open house at severe weather shelter in Bellingham

In addition to guided tours, health officials will give a presentation before taking questions or comments.

Education
3 months ago
Washington wins education funding lawsuits against Trump administration

My Bellingham Now previously reported that the department pulled the funding in September because the program curriculum mentioned diverse gender identities.

Government
3 months ago
Food assistance benefits like SNAP to end in November with lack of federal funding

According to Gov. Bob Ferguson, roughly 1 million Washington residents use SNAP benefits every month to buy food.

Local
3 months ago
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office reaches tentative agreement to relocate

The county council will vote to approve the relocation at its meeting on Nov. 5 and the move is expected to be made as early as summer 2026.

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