Health and Wellness
2 weeks ago
New website tracks tree canopy rating in Washington state

The free online map looks at how the number of trees in any given neighborhood contributes to the health of residents and how temperature is affected by tree cover.

Health and Wellness
2 weeks ago
COVID-19 cases rise in Whatcom, Skagit Counties this summer

The latest data from the Washington Department of Health shows that since late July, ER visits for COVID symptoms have been on the rise.

Education
2 weeks ago
Over $100 million in education funding restored by Trump administration for Washington schools

The legal victory frees up nearly $137 million in funding for Washington schools and more than $13 million for the state’s adult education system.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Lynden man arrested following sexual assault, robbery at Little Squalicum Park

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office says that over the past week, several community members and businesses offered tips and surveillance footage of the suspect.

Government
2 weeks ago
Bellingham’s effort to expand city limits denied by city council

The area in question, known as the Northern Heights neighborhood, houses roughly 700 people and Whatcom Fire Station 12.

Local
2 weeks ago
Bellingham’s newest tiny home village opens to the public

North Haven contains 19 new tiny home units, in addition to 23 more that were brought in from the old Unity Village in Fairhaven.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Police investigate reported vandalism on Little Squalicum Pier

Bellingham Parks and Recreation spokesperson David Brauhn said that over the weekend, a handful of 911 callers reported hearing either fireworks or gunshots near Little Squalicum Pier.

Lifestyle
2 weeks ago
New Whidbey Island exhibit honors famed orca ‘Tokitae’

According to Orca Network, Toki’s Legacy allows visitors to explore all aspects of Tokitae’s family, life and home water and has artifacts from her 1970 capture in Penn Cove.

Local
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County Planning and Development Services Director announces retirement

Whoever steps into Personius’s shoes would need to oversee long-term planning in the county and land use permitting among other roles.

Obituaries
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County government pioneer, public servant Shirley Van Zanten dies

According to her obituary, Van Zanten was key in preserving public land across the county such as Teddy Bear Cove and Canyon Lake Community Forest.

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