Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 6/24/24

The Bellingham Bells dropped their series to the Victoria HarbourCats over the weekend to snap their six-game win streak.

Local
1 year ago
Retired Whatcom Sheriff’s Deputy among weekend motorcycle fatalities

The sheriff’s office says Smith was “a mentor, a friend, and a source of inspiration to many” whose impact in the community went far beyond his official duties.

Local
1 year ago
King County judge puts parts of new state parental rights law on pause

The law, known as Initiative 2081, went into effect on June 6. Critics of the law say this could harm students’ access to birth control, among other things.

Local
1 year ago
Three riders killed in motorcycle accidents in Whatcom, Skagit Counties

The Washington State Patrol says that the first crash occurred on Friday night, June 21 on Highway 20 near Best Road.

Community Events
1 year ago
PHOTOS: Racers compete in 2024 Lake Padden Triathlon

Over 200 competitors enjoyed race-perfect weather conditions at this year’s Padden Triathlon.

Education
1 year ago
Whatcom educational institutions receive millions in solar energy grant money

The funds come from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act.

Crime
1 year ago
Man pleads not guilty to racially motivated assault on child in Bellingham

The man continued to use derogatory language towards African Americans when he was detained by Bellingham Police.

Local
1 year ago
Summer EBT program aims to provide food for families and children in need

U.S. Senator Patty Murray championed the program on a national level after she introduced a similar program in 2014.

Local
1 year ago
Hiker rescued following 100-foot fall on Pacific Crest Trail

Crews from NAS Whidbey Island were called, and the hiker was taken to a hospital in Bellingham.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Another swimming advisory lifted in Whatcom County

Testing in the area will continue throughout the summer.