Outdoors
1 year ago
WDFW is now accepting applications for a new grant

Funding for these grants comes from investments the state legislature made to restore and protect biodiversity. 

Outdoors
1 year ago
DNR opens comments for Outdoor Access and Responsible Recreation Plan

Recreating responsibly is at the top of mind with the new draft plan, and tribal impacts are being taken into account. 

Local
1 year ago
Expansion is planned for Boulevard Park with a new beach area

It’s unclear when construction is set to begin, but the work is expected to be complete within a two-month period.

Business
1 year ago
Backcountry Essentials expands storefront with new location on State Street

A staple business of downtown Bellingham has found its new location on State Street.

Farm
1 year ago
Suspected northern giant hornet spotted near Port Orchard

The hornets, previously known as murder hornets or Asian giant hornets, were last seen in Whatcom County in 2021.

Government
1 year ago
Department of Ecology releases report on 2024 environmental penalties

Thousands of dollars in fines were issued in Skagit County in the first half of 2024.

Weather
1 year ago
Northern lights forecasted to return in Whatcom County

Whatcom County is in a prime position to see the Aurora Borealis Oct. 9 and Oct. 10, barring any cloud coverage.

Government
1 year ago
Bellingham International Airport phases out harmful “forever chemicals”

Firefighting foam containing PFAS will be replaced with an eco-friendly alternative.

Local
1 year ago
New census points to Southern Residents struggling to stay afloat

A new baby orca was first spotted off Vancouver Island a few weeks ago.

Local
1 year ago
Missing Canadian hiker found dead on Mount Baker

The Whatcom County Medical Examiner’s Office has not determined the cause of death

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