Outdoors

The recovery operation was conducted less than 24 hours after another hiker’s body was found off the same trail.

The 78-year-old was last seen near the top of the trail wearing a yellow shirt and hat.

Test results for potentially toxic algae are expected to be released in the coming days.

What started as a need to share his genuine love of space, Space Time with Robert has grown into a regular event at Bellingham’s parks, drawing in the summer upwards of 300 people interested in using a telescope to enthuse about the wonder of the cosmos.

This marks the second human-black bear encounter in Whatcom County reported within the span of a month.

Backyard bonfires are allowed once more inside the city. The city is still reminding people to exercise caution when setting fires.

Bellingham’s total burn ban is still in effect. Be sure to check the local municipality’s rules before starting any fires.

Since 2019, Bellingham Flower Farm has grown their operations on a farm in Everson, offering blooms as well as events for community members to be amongst the flowers.

AG Nick Brown says the protections at stake are critical to saving the state’s Southern Resident orca and salmon populations.

Aging water lines at Washington’s oldest park will be replaced in a project running through May 2027.