Local
9 months ago
Whatcom County launches new “Customer Service Portal” for online permits

Planning and Development adds that more services for other permits and plans will become available within the next year. 

Crime
9 months ago
Seattle man sentenced to eight years for connection to Whatcom County drug ring

A majority of their narcotics were distributed within the Lummi Nation.

Local
9 months ago
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center prepares for upcoming union strike

PeaceHealth says in a statement that they’ve secured temporary replacement workers.

Crime
9 months ago
Man convicted of selling drugs in Whatcom County taken into ICE custody

The man pled guilty in February of drug trafficking and possession and was sentenced to 16 months in prison.

Traffic
9 months ago
WSDOT says Chuckanut Drive closure to extend through June

Local attractions along the road including Larrabee State Park, The Oyster Bar, Taylor Shellfish and Chuckanut Manor are still open.

Local
9 months ago
Looming strike could impact flights at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

If they decide to strike, it could force the majority of aircrafts passing through SeaTac to find a new way to get fuel.

Government
9 months ago
Gov. Ferguson signs rent stabilization bill into law

The bill limits annual rent increases to 7% plus inflation, or 10%, whichever is lower.

Business
9 months ago
“The Hannah” fishing vessel placed under arrest amidst legal storm

An arrest of the vessel means that under maritime law, U.S. Marshals can detain the barge until they can secure a claim against it. 

Local
9 months ago
Developers near completion of North Haven tiny home village

HomesNOW! will be donating 25 of the smaller dwellings to United Way of Skagit County.