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Local
3 years ago
All Whatcom beaches now closed for recreational shellfish harvesting

Commercially produced shellfish available in stores is tested regularly and is safe to eat.

Local
3 years ago
Whatcom County farm fined for illegal irrigation

Water management has become increasingly important in light of the recent drought emergency declared by Ecology in Whatcom County.

Local
3 years ago
Wildfire near Diablo Lake continues to grow

The fire was first reported last Saturday, July 29th, and officials say it was caused by a lightning strike.

Local
3 years ago
DNR releases status update to 2020 Plan for Climate Resilience

The update sets goals that include keeping 95% of wildfires under 10 acres and generating at least 500 megawatts of new solar power from state-owned lands.

Local
3 years ago
Whatcom 4 fire levy increase expected to pass

If it passes, it will raise the tax rate to $0.99 per $1,000 of assessed property value in 2024.

Local
3 years ago
Skagit County mulls agritourism restrictions

The proposal would ban weddings and other events on ag land and require special permits for activities like U-pick.

Local
3 years ago
Whatcom County identified as rural health equity zone

The County will receive $200,000 per year for at least two years to help identify health priorities and develop community action projects.

Local
3 years ago
Dolly Parton to visit Imagination Library in Washington

Governor Inslee plans to proclaim August 15 as “Imagination Library of Washington Day.”

Local
3 years ago
Cougar spotted in Blaine Wednesday morning

The sighting occurred along Cain Creek near Boblett St and Mitchell Ave.

Local
3 years ago
WSU study finds lack of abortion access means long drives for women

Researchers say almost 42 percent of women in the U.S. have to drive 30 minutes or more to reach an abortion care facility.