Dedicated To Service
10 months 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
10 months 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
10 months 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
10 months 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
10 months 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
10 months 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 Sports
10 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 1/17/25

The Vikings beat the buzzer last night to take down a nationally ranked team at Carver Gym.

Local
10 months 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
10 months 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.