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Health and Wellness
2 years ago
City of Lynden set to make final decision on water fluoridation

Communities like Lynden add additional fluoride to water in an effort to reduce cavities.

Local
2 years ago
Initiative to repeal childcare tax likely heads to November ballot

Proposition 5 was originally passed in November 2022 and raised property taxes to fund childcare services.

Local
2 years ago
USDA and US Forest Service invest in forest restoration

The Forest Service says this program will directly support the agency’s efforts to confront the ongoing wildfire crisis.

Business
2 years ago
Mindport Exhibits to close after 29 years in downtown Bellingham

The property on Holly Street is currently being looked at by a potential new owner.

Local
2 years ago
Port of Bellingham reimburses Kulshan Brewing for Trackside lawn closure

Lead-based paint chips found on the grass on the waterfront caused that part of the property to be closed to the public.

Local
2 years ago
Car engulfed in flames after crash near Sehome High School

The driver was sent to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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.”