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Elections
2 months ago
Lynden residents to vote on property tax increase in November

The rate hike would cost an extra $300 per year for the owner of a $600,000 home.

Health and Wellness
2 months ago
Fireworks injuries jump in Whatcom County over 4th of July weekend

The local increase coincided with a similar trend seen at Harborview Medical Center.

Crime
2 months ago
Teen killed in Sedro-Woolley hit-and-run, suspect arrested

Witnesses were able to track down the suspect a block away from the crash site.

Elections
3 months ago
Let’s Go Washington hands in signatures for “millionaire’s tax” challenge

The Washington state Secretary of State’s office will verify the signatures in the coming days.

Man wearing a dark gray hoodie and black joggers stands on a patio in a garden, sunglasses on.
Local
3 months ago
Rescuers search for missing Canadian hiker in North Cascades

34-year-old Gursimran Singh was last known to be hiking South Twin.

Community Events
3 months ago
Whatcom County celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with fireworks in Bellingham, Blaine

Whatever you plan on doing for the Fourth of July, make sure you plan ahead to do it safely.

Local
3 months ago
Whatcom County sees slowest population growth in five years

The slowing growth in the county mirrored statewide and national trends.

Local
3 months ago
Washington’s gas tax to rise 2% starting July 1

Drivers in the state will now pay about 75 cents per gallon in state and federal taxes.

A clinician holds an elderly patient’s hand in a wheelchair, conveying care and support. A clipboard is visible nearby for notes.
Health and Wellness
3 months ago
WA Cares Fund benefits available on July 1 for long-term care support

Most workers in Washington have been paying 0.58% of their paychecks into the fund since 2023.

Environmental
3 months ago
Latest water supply update paints murky future for drought conditions in Washington

The state is on track for its third warmest water year on record.

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