Education
1 year ago
Budget error threatens to pull over $28 million from Washington colleges

The loss of funding would likely lead to hiring freezes or layoffs, delays to new programs and the possible closure of existing programs.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/25/24

The Mariners kept what slim playoffs hopes they had alive this afternoon.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County scrambles to find new severe weather shelter

The county is calling on the community for tips on possible locations and has posted shelter employee job openings.

Crime
1 year ago
Lynden police intercept attempted financial scam

The 71-year-old victim was falsely told to withdraw tens of thousands of dollars to “pay back” an agent.

Dedicated To Service
1 year ago
Whatcom County service workers to be honored at award ceremony

The Washington Governor’s Lifesaving Awards will take place in Tacoma on Sept. 25, honoring individuals who have performed life-saving tasks on the job.

Government
1 year ago
Report released by Whatcom County Council following months-long investigation into sexual harassment allegations

The report sheds new light on the investigation of sexual harassment allegations at the county level.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/24/24

A new Bells coach, two Seattle teams fight for their season and more drama in the Pac-12.

Local
1 year ago
Tullwood Apartment owners weary of Bellingham’s proposed summary judgement

Attorneys for the apartments say that they are not satisfied with the city’s plan to relocate encampment residents.

Local
1 year ago
Skagit County commissioners place moratorium on energy storage and facility permits

The vote comes about a month after the board unanimously opposed a proposed energy storage project in an unincorporated part of the county.

Community Events
1 year ago
Over $17,000 raised at first annual Mark Scholten Memorial Golf Tournament

Friends and family enjoyed a day of golf, ice cream sandwiches and fundraising at the first annual golf tournament honoring the late Mark Scholten.