Local
7 months ago
Ecology adds Northwest Youth Services property in Skagit County to contaminated sites list

A timeline for reopening and decontamination has not yet been determined.

Traffic
7 months ago
Public comment period opens for proposed ferry fare increases in Washington state

The Washington State Transportation Commission is proposing a 3% increase in both vehicle and passenger fares on Washington State Ferries in October 2025.

Farm
7 months ago
“Whatcom This Whey” showcases local dairy farmers and family friendly fun

Certain locations will offer free tastings of cheese, milk or ice cream that have been produced by cows in Whatcom County.

Local
7 months ago
BRIEF: Human remains found near I-5 off-ramp in Bellingham

WSP says the person has not been identified and an investigation is ongoing.

Local
7 months ago
Several Whatcom County recreation spots among millions of acres of public land eligible for sale under President Trump’s proposed bill

The land that could be sold includes the Mount Baker Ski Area, though the business says it would be spared under the bill’s current stipulations.

Local
7 months ago
Funding secured to jumpstart senior housing projects in rural Whatcom County

The 11-unit housing development for seniors was severely damaged by flooding in November 2021 and all of its residents were forced to relocate.

Local
7 months ago
Authorities release new details of explosion in Oak Harbor residence

Human remains and the cause of the explosion was found at the scene.

Crime
7 months ago
Attorneys in the Kohberger case request trial delay

Attorneys are still reviewing evidence and struggling to get potential witnesses to agree to be interviewed.

Government
7 months ago
Whatcom County adds more Narcan dispenser in public spaces

The boxes offer free, 24/7 access to the naloxone, also known as Narcan, which can rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.

Traffic
7 months ago
UPDATE: Chuckanut Drive fully reopens following 58-day closure

The stretch has been closed since a rockslide on April 22. It was covered by a pile of boulders initially estimated to be 30′ high and 150′ long. 

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