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Local
1 year ago
ICE detains Skagit County farmworker activist

Community to Community Development, a social justice group, held a rally outside the ICE holding center in Ferndale after learning about his arrest.

We Are Whatcom
1 year ago
Recreation Northwest: Empowering Bellingham students to enjoy local parks

Since 2013, Recreation Northwest has taught the Whatcom County community about the benefits of nature, provided outdoor activities and set an example of how to be stewards of local parks.

Weather
1 year ago
WEATHER: Severe thunderstorms forecasted to hit Whatcom County

Forecasters say the main threats could come from hail that’s at least 1″ in diameter and wind gusts of at least 58 mph.

Northwest Sports
1 year ago
Northwest Sports Update: Big Dumper extended, a Bellingham native wins big and more

The Mariners have locked their star catcher in for a long-term contract.

Local
1 year ago
Bigg’s killer whale calf spotted in Salish Sea

Unlike Southern Resident Orcas, Bigg’s killer whales have held a steady population in the hundreds throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Government
1 year ago
Bellingham city council seeks public input on rezoning residential neighborhoods

The new ordinance would bring the city in line with state regulations passed in 2023 by allowing middle housing in nearly all areas of Bellingham.

Entertainment
1 year ago
ZZ Top to headline Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden this summer

Tickets to see ZZ Top in Lynden go on sale this Friday.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Mt. Baker Ski Area temporarily closed due to dangerous avalanche conditions

The ski area has received more than 10′ of snowfall in March including 6′ in the past week.

Government
1 year ago
Whatcom County addresses recent dismissal of health department director

The department’s leadership transition will be updated at an upcoming meeting.