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Local
1 hour ago
Repaving at Lake Padden may impact travel to park

Parkgoers are asked to use the Samish Way entrances to access Lake Padden during the construction period.

Local
2 hours ago
Crash on I-5 south of Bellingham hospitalizes two, blocks freeway for hours

He didn’t merge properly as he approached the construction zone at the N Lake Samish exit, crashing into a barrier and rolling his vehicle.

Pittsburgh Pirates player in white uniform #29 runs near home plate as an opposing player in blue watches from the infield dirt and grass nearby.
Local Sports
8 hours ago
Ashcraft, Rodriguez, O’Hearn help Pirates rout AL West-leading Mariners 11-1

Bryan Woo started the game with three hitless innings, but then fell apart in the fourth and was lifted at the end of the inning.

Government
24 hours ago
Whatcom County Council holds dual public hearings on land use moratorium, fireworks

Additional discussions will be scheduled at a later date for the proposed fireworks law changes.

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Government
24 hours ago
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen introduces legislation focusing on Point Roberts

The US has two exclaves that can only be accessed by crossing the border into Canada.

Crowd of runners and spectators at a seaside race finish under hanging bells on a metal frame.
Business
24 hours ago
Bellingham tourism grants accepting applications

Prior grants have been used to help fund events like Ski to Sea and April Brews’ Day.

Post‑match celebration as a goalkeeper in blue hugs a teammate, with another player wearing a brown FIFA World Cup 2026 bib looking on in the foreground.
Entertainment
1 day ago
US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match in Seattle

It’s unclear whether Iran’s upcoming opponent, Egypt, will also be allowed to arrive in Seattle two days early.

Community Events
1 day ago
Weather forces changes to Jam on the River in Ferndale

Jam on the River runs from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and from noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday.

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