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Crime
1 year ago
Record-breaking number of guns confiscated at Sea-Tac in 2024

My Bellingham Now previously reported that Seattle-Tacoma International Airport was on track to hit the highest number of guns seized by October in 2024.

Dedicated To Service
1 year ago
Whatcom County firefighters continue working against Southern California fires

South Whatcom Fire Authority says its four firefighters continue to work 24-to-30-hour shifts while fighting the Palisade Fire.

Local
1 year ago
Shellfish harvesting in Drayton Harbor and surrounding areas remains closed

The closure is due to a norovirus-type illness impacting shellfish and is set to remain in effect until Jan. 27.

Community Events
1 year ago
2025 Fairhaven Chocolate Walk invites the Bellingham community to support local vendors

The Fairhaven Chocolate Walk is back for its fourth year to showcase sweets around Whatcom County and Washington state.

Community Events
1 year ago
Bellingham High School to host MLK Day program

The WWU Community Consortium for Cultural Recognition is sponsoring a service at Bellingham High School on Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County streamlines process to apply for building projects

In the past, applicants would need to fill out the same information repeatedly during the application process. 

Government
1 year ago
BRIEF: Bellingham City Council wants public feedback on selling small downtown property

More information about the potential sale will be available closer to the hearing date.

Local
1 year ago
Record enrollment in affordable healthcare reported in Washington state

The Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services reports that millions more customers are using the affordable healthcare program compared to years past. 

Local
1 year ago
Navy jets cause disturbances near Bellingham International Airport

Six Growler jets were redirected to the airport on Wednesday due to heavy fog on Whidbey Island.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Prepare in a Year: January’s Task – Make a Communication Plan

Community contributor Amy Cloud offers some guiding tips to keep your 2025 preparedness goals on track.