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Local
12 months ago
Lynden City Council votes to repeal water fluoridation program

The city council voted 5-2 on Monday night to repeal a 1959 ordinance that began the city’s fluoridation program.

Health and Wellness
12 months ago
BRIEF: Whatcom County agencies take part in National Drug Takeback Day

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office and the Ferndale Police Department will be accepting old prescriptions at specific drop-off locations.

Entertainment
12 months ago
Bellingham-born band Death Cab for Cutie announces Seattle tour stop

Death Cab for Cutie has announced dates for its “Plans” 20th anniversary tour, including two shows in Seattle.

Traffic
12 months ago
TRAFFIC: Rockslide closes Chuckanut Drive, closure could last a week or more

Drivers should seek an alternate route until the road reopens. 

Local
12 months ago
Skagit County farmworker activist receives immigration hearing date

The man was previously detained by ICE on his way to work in Mount Vernon in late March.

Traffic
12 months ago
North Cascades Highway reopens following six-month seasonal closure

The highway between Ross Dam trailhead and Silver Star Gate closes every winter as the snowfall is too heavy in that portion of the North Cascades.

Local
12 months ago
Blaine man killed in suspected DUI crash in Custer

I-5 was blocked for roughly half an hour following the accident. 

Local Sports
12 months ago
Proposed student-athlete rule changes by Whatcom school districts fail WIAA vote

Lynden, Lynden Christian and Blaine school districts were among those who submitted one or both of the proposals.

Local
12 months ago
Bellingham Food Bank suffers as federal funding cuts continue

The demand for the Bellingham Food Bank has grown significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Crime
12 months ago
Trial is underway for Seattle man accused of killing brother in North Cascades National Park

The trial began in Whatcom County Superior Court earlier this week and will continue on Monday.