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Aerial view of a large industrial plant with connected pipes, tanks, and smokestacks emitting steam. In the background are more structures and vehicles in a yard.
Environmental
2 weeks ago
Investigation begins, recovery concludes at site of Longview tank explosion

Response crews have collected over 2,000 dead fish from ditches near the Columbia River.

Runner in orange athletic gear crosses a finish line as a cheering crowd and sponsor banner loom in the background.
Photos
4 weeks ago
PHOTOS: Bonus images of Ski to Sea 2026

See the range of activity that overtook Whatcom County during the 51st Ski to Sea race.

A kayaker in a green life jacket paddles a long black kayak on a calm lake with boats anchored in the distance and a shoreline on the horizon.
Sports
4 weeks ago
Pacific North Sports wins Ski to Sea 2026

The team overtook Marr’s Heating in the sea kayak leg, winning by just 30 seconds.

Close-up of a Fresco artisan chocolate box showing Ghana 100% with green accent at the bottom outside on the ground.
Business
1 month ago
Lynden chocolate shop wins multiple international awards

Fresco Chocolate in Lynden won multiple awards at the Academy of Chocolate Awards in London on March 20.

Local
2 months ago
Deming man killed in crash near Van Zandt

WSP’s preliminary investigation determined the accident was caused by a failure to yield right of way.

Government
4 months ago
Where things stand after the US and Israeli strikes on Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iranians to seize the moment and overthrow the theocracy that cracked down on nationwide protests early this year.

Local
5 months ago
UPDATE: Blaine woman killed in wrong-way crash on I-5 in Ferndale

Her passenger and the suspect driver were taken to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, while the occupants of the third car were not injured.

Local
7 months ago
“FEED THE NEED” Food Bank Fund Drive – Donations still accepted through December

The spirit of the Feed the Need fundraiser continues through the rest of 2025. Please consider donating to one of the foodbanks listed below to ensure our neighbors have meals this holiday season.

Local
9 months ago
Authorities searching for missing teen last seen in Ferndale

If you see Kamran Finkbonner or know of his whereabouts, call 9-1-1.

Environmental
11 months ago
Oil spill in Padden Creek temporarily closes part of the Interurban Trail

Public Works is currently working with Ecology crews to clean up the spill.

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