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Government
7 months ago
Bellingham passes benchmark in changing shelter requirements

Other changes that come with the unanimous passing include removing the 24-hour operational requirements and updating measures surrounding minors and heating elements in tiny homes.

Local
7 months ago
New study ranks Bellingham as one of the least affordable cities in the U.S.

The results of a new study that compared income to home prices across the country are not favorable to some local jurisdictions.

Government
7 months ago
New potential Bellingham sales tax would help bolster criminal justice services

It comes as Bellingham is currently facing a $10 million budget deficit, which the city says would fall to $6 million if the new tax is approved.

Business
7 months ago
Longtime Ferndale baker announces retirement after 26 years of business

The business has been in operation since 1999, with O’Brine selling her renowned pies, Danishes and cookies out of her home kitchen.

Local Sports
7 months ago
Cal Raleigh homers again as the Mariners beat the Padres 9-6

Seattle’s Bryce Miller (3-5) permitted four runs and six hits in five innings.

Northwest Sports
8 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: Cal sets HR record for catchers, Seahawks end preseason with loss, the Storms’ buzzer-beater win and more

No catcher has hit more home runs than Cal Raleigh has this season, with still over a month to go.

Local
8 months ago
Stranded person rescued on Nooksack River by local authorities

Everson Police said in a social media post that they rescued a person who had been inner tubing on the Nooksack River on Friday afternoon.

Local
8 months ago
Main parking lot at Bellingham Airport closed through early September for upgrades

Travelers should keep in mind that parking reservations aren’t available at the airport until the upgrades are finished. 

Health and Wellness
8 months ago
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state

The product was sold between July 17 and Aug. 8 under the brand names Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American and First Street.