Elections
1 year ago
City of Bellingham won’t endorse Let’s Go Washington initiatives

The City of Bellingham has come out in opposition to all four Let’s Go Washington initiatives on the general election ballot.

Elections
1 year ago
Incumbent Rep. Larson and challenger Hart face off in Zoom forum

The hour-long forum will be held on Zoom and begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15.

Weather
1 year ago
National Weather Service forecasts “significant rises” on area rivers as fall weather continues

Potential thunderstorms are also forecasted for Whatcom County on Wednesday night. 

Farm
1 year ago
KISM Harvest Week: Highlighting the farming community of Northwest Washington

Each year, almost 263 tons of local produce is donated to Whatcom County food banks.

Crime
1 year ago
Whatcom County Prosecutor will not charge WWU dean following arrest

The man initially arrested and charged at WWU was released from Whatcom County Jail on Oct. 15.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 10/14/24

A wild weekend of high school football saw Anacortes snap its 18-game winning streak.

Local
1 year ago
Mount Vernon plumber travels to North Carolina and raises over $15,000 for hurricane survivors

Owner of Full Speed Plumbing traveled over 2,800 miles to partner with a plumbing company based in North Carolina.

Business
1 year ago
Self-care ideas plus 11 products to help you do just that

Self-care is essential for maintaining your well-being, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some tips and product recommendations to make it easier for you.

Local
1 year ago
$18 million budget deficit leads to job cuts at Western Washington University

The university released a series of cost-saving measures following revenue shortfalls from the pandemic, insufficient state funding and general inflation.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County letter carriers rally for a fair contract

Local letter carriers will gather in downtown Bellingham on Oct. 14 in honor of a nationwide day of action.