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Bellingham OKs two more Lake Whatcom land purchases to protect city’s water - Bellingham Herald
Bellingham OKs two more Lake Whatcom land purchases to protect city’s water Bellingham Herald
Published on 5 July 2025 | 7:28 pm
Housing, education, health care: How Trump’s budget bill affects Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Housing, education, health care: How Trump’s budget bill affects Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 4 July 2025 | 5:44 pm
Whatcom Roundup: Several new restaurants; Fourth of July closures - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Several new restaurants; Fourth of July closures Bellingham Herald
Published on 4 July 2025 | 5:17 pm
2025 July 4th Fireworks in Whatcom County - WhatcomTalk
2025 July 4th Fireworks in Whatcom County WhatcomTalk
Published on 4 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office says fire danger is “high” this Fourth of July - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office says fire danger is “high” this Fourth of July My Bellingham Now
Published on 3 July 2025 | 11:42 pm
Cyclist injured on Galbraith Mountain trail airlifted to Seattle - Whatcom News
Cyclist injured on Galbraith Mountain trail airlifted to Seattle Whatcom News
Published on 3 July 2025 | 4:22 pm
As gas prices increase across Whatcom County, here’s the cheapest local station - Bellingham Herald
As gas prices increase across Whatcom County, here’s the cheapest local station Bellingham Herald
Published on 3 July 2025 | 12:00 pm
Whatcom County Law Enforcement search for witnesses in state trooper traffic stop incident - KIRO 7 News Seattle
Whatcom County Law Enforcement search for witnesses in state trooper traffic stop incident KIRO 7 News Seattle
Published on 3 July 2025 | 12:49 am
Whatcom County seeks volunteers to write charter amendment for/against statements - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County seeks volunteers to write charter amendment for/against statements Cascadia Daily News
Published on 2 July 2025 | 4:02 am
Seven restaurants opened in Whatcom County in June, as two closed their doors - Bellingham Herald
Seven restaurants opened in Whatcom County in June, as two closed their doors Bellingham Herald
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:46 pm
Vote in round one of our poll to find the best taco shop in Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Vote in round one of our poll to find the best taco shop in Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 1 July 2025 | 6:00 pm
Which Bellingham offices and stores are closed Friday for the Fourth of July? - Bellingham Herald
Which Bellingham offices and stores are closed Friday for the Fourth of July? Bellingham Herald
Published on 1 July 2025 | 5:21 pm
Beware the knock: Door-to-door pest control scams on the rise in Whatcom County - My Bellingham Now
Beware the knock: Door-to-door pest control scams on the rise in Whatcom County My Bellingham Now
Published on 1 July 2025 | 1:04 pm
Whatcom County Council seeks feedback on 12 proposed amendments for November general election - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County Council seeks feedback on 12 proposed amendments for November general election My Bellingham Now
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:24 pm
Where you can and can’t set off fireworks under Bellingham, Whatcom County law - Bellingham Herald
Where you can and can’t set off fireworks under Bellingham, Whatcom County law Bellingham Herald
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:05 pm
The Whatcom Report 6/29/25 - My Bellingham Now
The Whatcom Report 6/29/25 My Bellingham Now
Published on 30 June 2025 | 5:04 pm
Ruling will lighten load for Whatcom County public defenders. Is it sustainable? - Bellingham Herald
Ruling will lighten load for Whatcom County public defenders. Is it sustainable? Bellingham Herald
Published on 30 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Whatcom County’s first full-time archaeologist protects cultural resources, cuts costs - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County’s first full-time archaeologist protects cultural resources, cuts costs Cascadia Daily News
Published on 30 June 2025 | 4:28 am
CVS details plans for Rite Aid stores in Whatcom, Skagit counties - Cascadia Daily News
CVS details plans for Rite Aid stores in Whatcom, Skagit counties Cascadia Daily News
Published on 30 June 2025 | 4:06 am
Comcast Unveils Simpler, Predictable Internet Pricing: What It Means for Whatcom County Residents - WhatcomTalk
Comcast Unveils Simpler, Predictable Internet Pricing: What It Means for Whatcom County Residents WhatcomTalk
Published on 27 June 2025 | 6:20 pm
Whatcom Roundup: New Bellingham restaurant, Birch Bay coffee shop - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: New Bellingham restaurant, Birch Bay coffee shop Bellingham Herald
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Know the fireworks laws for your part of Whatcom County - Whatcom News
Know the fireworks laws for your part of Whatcom County Whatcom News
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Negotiations break down between Whatcom County, BTC for public dollars - Cascadia Daily News
Negotiations break down between Whatcom County, BTC for public dollars Cascadia Daily News
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Health officials confirm Whatcom County’s first two measles cases of 2025 - Bellingham Herald
Health officials confirm Whatcom County’s first two measles cases of 2025 Bellingham Herald
Published on 23 June 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Significant step’: DNR opens 7-mile trail in wilderness above Lake Whatcom - Bellingham Herald
‘Significant step’: DNR opens 7-mile trail in wilderness above Lake Whatcom Bellingham Herald
Published on 23 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: Two new restaurants options as downtown bar closes - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Two new restaurants options as downtown bar closes Bellingham Herald
Published on 20 June 2025 | 5:40 pm
Which Whatcom County Charter amendments could be on the November ballot? - Cascadia Daily News
Which Whatcom County Charter amendments could be on the November ballot? Cascadia Daily News
Published on 20 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County profile - Employment Security Department (.gov)
Whatcom County profile Employment Security Department (.gov)
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:00 am
New 23-hour Crisis Center was put on pause. Whatcom County wants to try again - Bellingham Herald
New 23-hour Crisis Center was put on pause. Whatcom County wants to try again Bellingham Herald
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:00 am
The Dad’s Space encourages openness and support for Whatcom County fathers - Cascadia Daily News
The Dad’s Space encourages openness and support for Whatcom County fathers Cascadia Daily News
Published on 14 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom News for June 11, 2025 - Lynden Tribune
Whatcom News for June 11, 2025 Lynden Tribune
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Pick, snack and savor at Whatcom County’s berry farms - thefrontonline.com
Pick, snack and savor at Whatcom County’s berry farms thefrontonline.com
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: New restaurant; downtown comeback; Father’s Day events - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: New restaurant; downtown comeback; Father’s Day events Bellingham Herald
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Stage 1 burn ban in unincorporated Whatcom, Skagit starts June 15 - Cascadia Daily News
Stage 1 burn ban in unincorporated Whatcom, Skagit starts June 15 Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Bellingham reaches pay agreement with South Whatcom Fire for EMS calls to Galbraith - Cascadia Daily News
Bellingham reaches pay agreement with South Whatcom Fire for EMS calls to Galbraith Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
No Father’s Day plans? Check out these Whatcom County events and activities - Bellingham Herald
No Father’s Day plans? Check out these Whatcom County events and activities Bellingham Herald
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
‘No Kings’ protests planned for Saturday in Whatcom, Skagit counties - Cascadia Daily News
‘No Kings’ protests planned for Saturday in Whatcom, Skagit counties Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
New bus routes in Whatcom County start June 15 - Cascadia Daily News
New bus routes in Whatcom County start June 15 Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Layoffs, furloughs starting at Whatcom Community College to address deficit - Cascadia Daily News
Layoffs, furloughs starting at Whatcom Community College to address deficit Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Public Defender optimistic new caseload caps are doable with time - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County Public Defender optimistic new caseload caps are doable with time Cascadia Daily News
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:00 am
State expands drought emergency. Here’s what it means to Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
State expands drought emergency. Here’s what it means to Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 6 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County searches for next winter’s shelter location in Bellingham - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County searches for next winter’s shelter location in Bellingham My Bellingham Now
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Former prosecutor: Outside counsel for Whatcom council? Only on their own dime, with limitations - Cascadia Daily News
Former prosecutor: Outside counsel for Whatcom council? Only on their own dime, with limitations Cascadia Daily News
Published on 1 June 2025 | 7:00 am
14 million bees escape when truck overturns in Whatcom County, WA - FOX 13 Seattle
14 million bees escape when truck overturns in Whatcom County, WA FOX 13 Seattle
Published on 31 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Millions of honey bees escape after semi-truck overturns in Whatcom County - KOMO
Millions of honey bees escape after semi-truck overturns in Whatcom County KOMO
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Here’s when seniors in Whatcom and Skagit counties will graduate this June - Cascadia Daily News
Here’s when seniors in Whatcom and Skagit counties will graduate this June Cascadia Daily News
Published on 29 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County man who initially survived being shot in head has since died - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County man who initially survived being shot in head has since died Bellingham Herald
Published on 29 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Bellingham buying nearly 100 acres to preserve land around Lake Whatcom - Bellingham Herald
Bellingham buying nearly 100 acres to preserve land around Lake Whatcom Bellingham Herald
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
According to New Economic Data, Visitors Spent $775.9M in Whatcom County in 2024 - bellingham.org
According to New Economic Data, Visitors Spent $775.9M in Whatcom County in 2024 bellingham.org
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
New Whatcom County jail could face decreased funding - Salish Current
New Whatcom County jail could face decreased funding Salish Current
Published on 27 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County’s hot, dry summer forecast has many officials worried - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County’s hot, dry summer forecast has many officials worried Bellingham Herald
Published on 25 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Father's Day Activities in Bellingham and Whatcom County - bellingham.org
Father's Day Activities in Bellingham and Whatcom County bellingham.org
Published on 25 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Council approves funding for Ag Research Station - Lynden Tribune
Whatcom County Council approves funding for Ag Research Station Lynden Tribune
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Whatcom County Jail worker charged for suspected smuggling scheme - Bellingham Herald
Former Whatcom County Jail worker charged for suspected smuggling scheme Bellingham Herald
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Skagit Housing program facing federal funding cuts - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom Skagit Housing program facing federal funding cuts Cascadia Daily News
Published on 21 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Leaders of Whatcom County and Bellingham share updates on the future of the region - My Bellingham Now
Leaders of Whatcom County and Bellingham share updates on the future of the region My Bellingham Now
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Plans killed for Whatcom Community College covered pickleball courts - Cascadia Daily News
Plans killed for Whatcom Community College covered pickleball courts Cascadia Daily News
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Community College’s student newspaper a target of budget cuts - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom Community College’s student newspaper a target of budget cuts Cascadia Daily News
Published on 19 May 2025 | 7:00 am
What’s the Deal With: Whatcom County’s Sasquatch protection and refuge area? - Cascadia Daily News
What’s the Deal With: Whatcom County’s Sasquatch protection and refuge area? Cascadia Daily News
Published on 18 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County’s road budget woes will require some creative accounting - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County’s road budget woes will require some creative accounting Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 May 2025 | 7:00 am
A $3 million agricultural research center is coming to Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
A $3 million agricultural research center is coming to Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Ranked choice voting considered in Whatcom — but it would cost, auditor says - Cascadia Daily News
Ranked choice voting considered in Whatcom — but it would cost, auditor says Cascadia Daily News
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
44-year-old man suspected of sending Bellingham girl obscene online messages, arranging to meet for sex - Whatcom News
44-year-old man suspected of sending Bellingham girl obscene online messages, arranging to meet for sex Whatcom News
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
4,500 Whatcom Co. kids use this literacy program. State cuts could change that - Bellingham Herald
4,500 Whatcom Co. kids use this literacy program. State cuts could change that Bellingham Herald
Published on 13 May 2025 | 7:00 am
First confirmed case of mumps reported in Whatcom County since 2018 - My Bellingham Now
First confirmed case of mumps reported in Whatcom County since 2018 My Bellingham Now
Published on 13 May 2025 | 7:00 am
These four Whatcom County restaurants opened in April, as two others closed - Bellingham Herald
These four Whatcom County restaurants opened in April, as two others closed Bellingham Herald
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Health department confirms mumps case in Whatcom County - Cascadia Daily News
Health department confirms mumps case in Whatcom County Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Candidate filing period is over. Here’s who’s running in Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Candidate filing period is over. Here’s who’s running in Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 10 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Who’s running for what in Whatcom and Skagit counties - Cascadia Daily News
Who’s running for what in Whatcom and Skagit counties Cascadia Daily News
Published on 10 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: Downtown shop closing; Rite Aid bankruptcy; Joann liquidation sale - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Downtown shop closing; Rite Aid bankruptcy; Joann liquidation sale Bellingham Herald
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County activist held by ICE appeared in court. Here’s what we know - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County activist held by ICE appeared in court. Here’s what we know Bellingham Herald
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Public asked to comment on impact of Whatcom County growth over next 20 years - Cascadia Daily News
Public asked to comment on impact of Whatcom County growth over next 20 years Cascadia Daily News
Published on 1 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County waste hauler seeks increase for trash pickup, recycling - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County waste hauler seeks increase for trash pickup, recycling Bellingham Herald
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: New downtown club; mall store closing; espresso stand rebrand - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: New downtown club; mall store closing; espresso stand rebrand Bellingham Herald
Published on 25 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County’s median home price decreases; Bellingham prices remain steady - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County’s median home price decreases; Bellingham prices remain steady Bellingham Herald
Published on 21 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County businesses hit as Canadian visits drop amid tariffs, Trump boycotts - KOMO
Whatcom County businesses hit as Canadian visits drop amid tariffs, Trump boycotts KOMO
Published on 18 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County burn ban issued to begin on June 15 - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County burn ban issued to begin on June 15 My Bellingham Now
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Eyes a Prime Election Upgrade - Sightline Institute
Whatcom County Eyes a Prime Election Upgrade Sightline Institute
Published on 10 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County stands to lose millions as U.S.-Canada trade war intensifies - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County stands to lose millions as U.S.-Canada trade war intensifies Bellingham Herald
Published on 8 April 2025 | 7:00 am
February survey shows unemployment rates rising in Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington - Bellingham Herald
February survey shows unemployment rates rising in Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington Bellingham Herald
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County ambulance struck by bullet on Mount Baker Highway - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County ambulance struck by bullet on Mount Baker Highway My Bellingham Now
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Reducing water pollution in Lake Whatcom: ‘Plenty of work cut out for us’ - Cascadia Daily News
Reducing water pollution in Lake Whatcom: ‘Plenty of work cut out for us’ Cascadia Daily News
Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County bracing for 30% population growth over 20 years; here’s each city’s outlook - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County bracing for 30% population growth over 20 years; here’s each city’s outlook Bellingham Herald
Published on 31 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Council takes a step toward making Birch Bay its own city - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County Council takes a step toward making Birch Bay its own city My Bellingham Now
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
New minor league football team comes to Whatcom County - Cascadia Daily News
New minor league football team comes to Whatcom County Cascadia Daily News
Published on 20 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Former health director pushes back on firing as Whatcom County searches for replacement - My Bellingham Now
Former health director pushes back on firing as Whatcom County searches for replacement My Bellingham Now
Published on 19 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County fires health department head; she dubs it a ‘wrongful termination’ - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County fires health department head; she dubs it a ‘wrongful termination’ Cascadia Daily News
Published on 19 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County health director who guided community through pandemic has been ousted - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County health director who guided community through pandemic has been ousted Bellingham Herald
Published on 19 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Ecology letters coming to 30k Whatcom County water users as part of adjudication process - Bellingham Herald
Ecology letters coming to 30k Whatcom County water users as part of adjudication process Bellingham Herald
Published on 17 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Gas prices increase in Bellingham and Whatcom County as WA has 3rd highest costs in the US - Bellingham Herald
Gas prices increase in Bellingham and Whatcom County as WA has 3rd highest costs in the US Bellingham Herald
Published on 5 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Labor agreements under scrutiny as Whatcom plans for massive public construction - Cascadia Daily News
Labor agreements under scrutiny as Whatcom plans for massive public construction Cascadia Daily News
Published on 4 March 2025 | 8:00 am
What’s next for new Whatcom County Jail? Council details path to facility’s completion - Bellingham Herald
What’s next for new Whatcom County Jail? Council details path to facility’s completion Bellingham Herald
Published on 1 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom superintendents oppose proposed limits to Transition to Kindergarten program - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom superintendents oppose proposed limits to Transition to Kindergarten program Cascadia Daily News
Published on 26 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Authorities investigating Whatcom County jail inmate death; friends, family want answers - Bellingham Herald
Authorities investigating Whatcom County jail inmate death; friends, family want answers Bellingham Herald
Published on 6 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Planning and design of new Whatcom County jail facility anticipated to begin this year - Cascadia Daily News
Planning and design of new Whatcom County jail facility anticipated to begin this year Cascadia Daily News
Published on 6 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County sees first substantial snow of winter; accumulations expected through Monday - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County sees first substantial snow of winter; accumulations expected through Monday Bellingham Herald
Published on 1 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Barry MacHale: Whatcom County Jail librarian - Cascadia Daily News
Barry MacHale: Whatcom County Jail librarian Cascadia Daily News
Published on 30 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County officials, nonprofits grapple with uncertainty amid federal funding freeze - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County officials, nonprofits grapple with uncertainty amid federal funding freeze Bellingham Herald
Published on 28 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County home prices hit ‘all-time high’ in 2024, as amount of houses sold increased - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County home prices hit ‘all-time high’ in 2024, as amount of houses sold increased Bellingham Herald
Published on 9 January 2025 | 8:00 am
How did state, Whatcom Democrats win big in a US election swinging the other way? - Cascadia Daily News
How did state, Whatcom Democrats win big in a US election swinging the other way? Cascadia Daily News
Published on 18 November 2024 | 8:00 am