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Government
1 year ago
Whatcom County Executive Sidhu signs order to end hiring freeze for county positions

The County Executive’s office will still monitor and review requests to determine if other savings options are available.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Create an Action Plan

February’s task is a great one: create an action plan. It’s pretty simple. In your household, set aside some time to talk through potential hazards – and as well as timing and response.

Environmental
1 year ago
The Bellingham Bay Cleanup: What to know as the multistep process continues

Only four of Bellingham’s 12 sites are at the final stage of the eight-stage cleanup process. But that doesn’t mean the other sites are not far along in the process to remove toxic chemicals. 

Education
1 year ago
Blaine School District considers merging primary and elementary schools amidst budget cuts

The merger is one of several proposals by the district to address what it expects to be a significant budget deficit.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/26/25

Here’s why Seahawks fans may be seeing double on the sidelines against a division rival this season.

We Are Whatcom
1 year ago
Casey Jones: Owner of Salon Indigo Rose

Jones is a longtime Whatcom County resident and hairstylist looking to provide a space of growth and mentorship in downtown Bellingham.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom Humane Society recovers nine abandoned puppies in northern Whatcom County

The nine new puppies will be in medical quarantine for several more days before they are available for adoption.

Farm
1 year ago
Threat of ICE arrests creates culture of fear among farm workers in Whatcom County

Local farmers are warning that our food system is being threatened by a mishandling of the federal crackdown on immigration.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/25/25

The Mariners’ kept up their scorching offense in the fifth game of spring training.

Government
1 year ago
Several proposed bills pushed aside in Olympia, including a new state flag

The dead bills have bit the dust as the final day for fiscal bills approaches on Feb. 28.