Local
1 year ago
Burn bans lifted for unincorporated Whatcom, North Cascades National Park

A permanent ban on open burning remains in effect for all cities within Whatcom County.

Local
1 year ago
Department of Ecology implements new litter prevention campaign

Ecology’s “Simple As That” campaign launched on Sept. 13.

Community Events
1 year ago
Whatcom County Farm Tour: A look at farm to table behind the scenes

In celebration of Eat Local Month on Sept. 14 there will be learning activities, products for sale and areas that are open for exploration at 16 different farms throughout the county.

Local
1 year ago
Missing hiker found “alive and well” in Chilliwack Basin almost a month after disappearing

The Sheriff’s Office says it got word from park rangers on Aug. 30 that the hiker had been found “alive and well” in the Chilliwack Basin.

Local
1 year ago
New cases of white-nose syndrome recorded in Whatcom County bats this year

The recently discovered case of white-nose syndrome is the first recorded case in Whatcom County this year.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Health advisory lifted from Boulevard Park swimming area

The popular swimming area at Taylor Dock and Boulevard Park is now open for swimming, but the state Dept. of Ecology advises swimmers to shower after contact with the water as a precaution.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Stimpson Family Nature Preserve to undergo temporary closure in September

Whatcom County Public Works has announced that the trailhead will have an improved parking lot and more.

Local
1 year ago
Man reported missing while hiking Mount Shuksan

He was last known to be traveling on the Fishers Chimney trail towards the summit.

Community Events
1 year ago
Little Big Fest: Whidbey Island festival has a big impact on growing arts community

One of the “biggest little music and art festivals” will return to Whidbey Island the weekend of Aug. 16 to 18, featuring live music, art and food from all over the region.

Outdoors
1 year ago
From green spaces to gathering places: Neighborhood parks in Bellingham continue to evolve

Bellingham parks are special in their own ways – this is some of the history behind some of Bellingham’s quirkiest neighborhood parks.

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