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Environmental
1 month ago
Wildfire containment grows across Whatcom County, Washington state

The Luna fire has progressed to 34% containment as of Tuesday.

Outdoors
2 months ago
Trail renamed to honor Whatcom conservationist

The new name was approved by the county council on Aug. 11.

Outdoors
2 months ago
Skagit County updates burn ban

A statewide burn ban on yard debris remains in effect through the month.

Weather
2 months ago
Fall-like weather system to hit western Washington this week

Forecasters are expecting widespread rain, gusty winds and possible thunderstorms through Thursday.

Northwest Clean Air Agency 
2 months ago
Wildfire smoke, burn bans, school openings and more | Sponsored

As the calendar changes to September, here is a look at a variety of air quality topics.

Environmental
2 months ago
Hatchery Chinook return to Bellingham Bay

Annual salmon run brings fish back to Bellingham Bay and Maritime Heritage Park, supporting orcas and local fisheries.

Lifestyle
2 months ago
Beats on the Bay moves final performance on land

The Community Boating Center says it’s looking to address a host of safety issues during the event.

Outdoors
2 months ago
New Bellingham park gets official name

Public comments and suggestions for the park were accepted earlier this year.

National
2 months ago
Public invited to weigh in on Roadless Rule repeal

The rule prohibits most construction of roads in national forests as well as timber harvesting.

Outdoors
2 months ago
Air quality decreasing in Whatcom, Skagit counties

Wildfire smoke from eastern and central Washington is moving into our region.