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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 19 April 2025 | 1:18 am
Load dropped on roadway temporarily closes northbound Guide Meridian - Whatcom News
Load dropped on roadway temporarily closes northbound Guide Meridian Whatcom News
Published on 18 April 2025 | 3:57 pm
Indoor shooting range near Bellingham on track to open this year - Bellingham Herald
Indoor shooting range near Bellingham on track to open this year Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 April 2025 | 12:00 pm
Trial begins for man who killed brother during Whatcom County pit stop - Bellingham Herald
Trial begins for man who killed brother during Whatcom County pit stop Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 April 2025 | 12:00 pm
Whatcom Roundup: Fairhaven eatery rebounding from fire; Blaine business closes - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Fairhaven eatery rebounding from fire; Blaine business closes Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 April 2025 | 12:00 pm
Halfway through, it’s slow progress for Whatcom County Charter Review Commission - Cascadia Daily News
Halfway through, it’s slow progress for Whatcom County Charter Review Commission Cascadia Daily News
Published on 18 April 2025 | 4:07 am
Whatcom County opens bids for designer of new jail - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County opens bids for designer of new jail Cascadia Daily News
Published on 18 April 2025 | 12:27 am
Whatcom County burn ban issued to begin on June 15 - 1170 KPUG-AM |
Whatcom County burn ban issued to begin on June 15 1170 KPUG-AM |
Published on 17 April 2025 | 11:30 pm
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 | 11:23 pm
Lifestyle Lookout: Easter events in Whatcom County, Mt. Baker Ski Area closes and Bellingham Beer Week begins - My Bellingham Now
Lifestyle Lookout: Easter events in Whatcom County, Mt. Baker Ski Area closes and Bellingham Beer Week begins My Bellingham Now
Published on 17 April 2025 | 8:11 pm
How can rest of Whatcom County help Point Roberts during US-Canada trade war? - Bellingham Herald
How can rest of Whatcom County help Point Roberts during US-Canada trade war? Bellingham Herald
Published on 17 April 2025 | 12:00 pm
Unlock Unbeatable Internet Value in Whatcom County With Comcast's New Five-Year Price Guarantee! - WhatcomTalk
Unlock Unbeatable Internet Value in Whatcom County With Comcast's New Five-Year Price Guarantee! WhatcomTalk
Published on 16 April 2025 | 9:02 pm
Man in custody after chase through Bellingham, alleged threats to harm deputies - Bellingham Herald
Man in custody after chase through Bellingham, alleged threats to harm deputies Bellingham Herald
Published on 16 April 2025 | 6:56 pm
Whatcom diversion program faces funding cuts in proposed state budget - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom diversion program faces funding cuts in proposed state budget Cascadia Daily News
Published on 16 April 2025 | 4:04 am
Whatcom County drug dealer tied to Mexican crime organization receives jail time - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County drug dealer tied to Mexican crime organization receives jail time My Bellingham Now
Published on 15 April 2025 | 6:49 pm
Second jury deadlocks in Whatcom County murder trial over 2019 campsite killing - Bellingham Herald
Second jury deadlocks in Whatcom County murder trial over 2019 campsite killing Bellingham Herald
Published on 15 April 2025 | 1:19 am
Temporary I-5 lane closures through Bellingham announced for Thurs. & Fri. - Whatcom News
Temporary I-5 lane closures through Bellingham announced for Thurs. & Fri. Whatcom News
Published on 14 April 2025 | 10:43 pm
This Washington border county is desperate for Canadians - NBC News
This Washington border county is desperate for Canadians NBC News
Published on 13 April 2025 | 11:00 am
Frost advisory issued for Whatcom County lowlands - Whatcom News
Frost advisory issued for Whatcom County lowlands Whatcom News
Published on 12 April 2025 | 4:51 pm
Ferndale man suspected in thefts against former employers - Whatcom News
Ferndale man suspected in thefts against former employers Whatcom News
Published on 11 April 2025 | 10:56 pm
Whatcom Roundup: Ferndale’s new Indian restaurant, Bellingham coffee shop opens - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Ferndale’s new Indian restaurant, Bellingham coffee shop opens Bellingham Herald
Published on 11 April 2025 | 9:43 pm
The Shortest Fun Run in Whatcom County Is Back – The Wander To Wander 1K - WhatcomTalk
The Shortest Fun Run in Whatcom County Is Back – The Wander To Wander 1K WhatcomTalk
Published on 11 April 2025 | 7:10 pm
Jury deliberations begin in Whatcom County camping trip murder trial - Bellingham Herald
Jury deliberations begin in Whatcom County camping trip murder trial Bellingham Herald
Published on 11 April 2025 | 12:00 pm
Whatcom County Eyes a Prime Election Upgrade - Sightline Institute
Whatcom County Eyes a Prime Election Upgrade Sightline Institute
Published on 10 April 2025 | 4:00 pm
Blaine woman arrested after leading WSP on high-speed motorcycle pursuit - Whatcom News
Blaine woman arrested after leading WSP on high-speed motorcycle pursuit Whatcom News
Published on 10 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County businesses suffer from drop in border crossing numbers - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County businesses suffer from drop in border crossing numbers My Bellingham Now
Published on 10 April 2025 | 12:09 am
April gas prices survey indicates a 29-cent increase over March across Washington - Bellingham Herald
April gas prices survey indicates a 29-cent increase over March across Washington Bellingham Herald
Published on 9 April 2025 | 12:00 pm
Skagit, Whatcom home sales up overall in Q1 - Cascadia Daily News
Skagit, Whatcom home sales up overall in Q1 Cascadia Daily News
Published on 9 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 | 12:00 pm
Briefs: Rising unemployment, Full Steam ahead, Whatcom business honors - Cascadia Daily News
Briefs: Rising unemployment, Full Steam ahead, Whatcom business honors Cascadia Daily News
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Ferndale fatal crash investigation details made available by police - Whatcom News
Ferndale fatal crash investigation details made available by police Whatcom News
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Hands Off!’ protests in Whatcom, Skagit counties draw thousands - Cascadia Daily News
‘Hands Off!’ protests in Whatcom, Skagit counties draw thousands Cascadia Daily News
Published on 5 April 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Hands Off’ rallies planned across Skagit, Whatcom and San Juan - Salish Current
‘Hands Off’ rallies planned across Skagit, Whatcom and San Juan Salish Current
Published on 4 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
Man who molested young girl he knew in Bellingham sentenced in Whatcom County court - Bellingham Herald
Man who molested young girl he knew in Bellingham sentenced in Whatcom County court Bellingham Herald
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Risk of severe Whatcom County weather this evening (Weds.) continues to be a concern - Whatcom News
Risk of severe Whatcom County weather this evening (Weds.) continues to be a concern Whatcom News
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Council moves forward with temporary health and community services director - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County Council moves forward with temporary health and community services director My Bellingham Now
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Weather changes Wednesday could produce severe thunderstorms in Whatcom County - Whatcom News
Weather changes Wednesday could produce severe thunderstorms in Whatcom County Whatcom News
Published on 25 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Fire chief transporting bodies through 2 US-Canada borders due to Whatcom County dispute - KOMO
Fire chief transporting bodies through 2 US-Canada borders due to Whatcom County dispute KOMO
Published on 25 March 2025 | 7:00 am
2-day lane closure on I-5 through Bellingham announced - Whatcom News
2-day lane closure on I-5 through Bellingham announced Whatcom News
Published on 24 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Forecasters say heavy rain and punishing wind expected in Bellingham from weekend storm - Bellingham Herald
Forecasters say heavy rain and punishing wind expected in Bellingham from weekend storm Bellingham Herald
Published on 22 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County addresses recent dismissal of health department director - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County addresses recent dismissal of health department director My Bellingham Now
Published on 21 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Update: 28-year-old inmate dies Thursday at Whatcom County Jail after medical episode - Cascadia Daily News
Update: 28-year-old inmate dies Thursday at Whatcom County Jail after medical episode Cascadia Daily News
Published on 20 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Male inmate at Whatcom County jail dies at facility; cause of death still undetermined - Bellingham Herald
Male inmate at Whatcom County jail dies at facility; cause of death still undetermined Bellingham Herald
Published on 20 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
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
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
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
Whatcom County nonprofits navigate uncertainty as federal funding freeze impacts drag on - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County nonprofits navigate uncertainty as federal funding freeze impacts drag on Bellingham Herald
Published on 15 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County health department head put on leave - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County health department head put on leave Cascadia Daily News
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom food banks will be hurt by loss of USDA funding - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom food banks will be hurt by loss of USDA funding Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 March 2025 | 7:00 am
WEATHER: Parts of Whatcom County to see late-winter snowfall - My Bellingham Now
WEATHER: Parts of Whatcom County to see late-winter snowfall My Bellingham Now
Published on 12 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County’s ‘library on wheels’ has served rural readers since 1947 - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County’s ‘library on wheels’ has served rural readers since 1947 Cascadia Daily News
Published on 8 March 2025 | 8:00 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
Early morning earthquake rattles San Juan Islands near Bellingham; no damage reported - Bellingham Herald
Early morning earthquake rattles San Juan Islands near Bellingham; no damage reported Bellingham Herald
Published on 3 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
Measles found in King County. Low vaccination rates mean Whatcom County risks an outbreak - Bellingham Herald
Measles found in King County. Low vaccination rates mean Whatcom County risks an outbreak Bellingham Herald
Published on 28 February 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
Whatcom Community College to bring on new president in May - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom Community College to bring on new president in May My Bellingham Now
Published on 24 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Barbara Brenner, who served on the Whatcom County Council for nearly 30 years, dies at 78 - Bellingham Herald
Barbara Brenner, who served on the Whatcom County Council for nearly 30 years, dies at 78 Bellingham Herald
Published on 22 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom Community College names new president - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom Community College names new president Cascadia Daily News
Published on 21 February 2025 | 8:00 am
BRIEF: Residents feel earthquake tremors in north Whatcom County - My Bellingham Now
BRIEF: Residents feel earthquake tremors in north Whatcom County My Bellingham Now
Published on 21 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Pineapple Express expected to bring wet, windy weather to Bellingham area - Bellingham Herald
Pineapple Express expected to bring wet, windy weather to Bellingham area Bellingham Herald
Published on 21 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County residents invited to complete homeless housing plan survey - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County residents invited to complete homeless housing plan survey My Bellingham Now
Published on 18 February 2025 | 8:00 am
WA flu season slowed in January. Here’s how a new second wave is impacting Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
WA flu season slowed in January. Here’s how a new second wave is impacting Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Suspect in Bellingham shooting arrested following pursuit - Whatcom News
Suspect in Bellingham shooting arrested following pursuit Whatcom News
Published on 16 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Outgoing Whatcom Community College president honored by state Legislature - Cascadia Daily News
Outgoing Whatcom Community College president honored by state Legislature Cascadia Daily News
Published on 14 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Vote for Healthy Housing Study passes at Whatcom County Council meeting - My Bellingham Now
Vote for Healthy Housing Study passes at Whatcom County Council meeting My Bellingham Now
Published on 12 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County deputy injured by accidental shooting during arrest of armed suspect - KOMO
Whatcom County deputy injured by accidental shooting during arrest of armed suspect KOMO
Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Thursday school and other closures and delays announced - Whatcom News
Thursday school and other closures and delays announced Whatcom News
Published on 6 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
Freezing weather affecting schools across Whatcom County. More snow possible Thursday - Bellingham Herald
Freezing weather affecting schools across Whatcom County. More snow possible Thursday 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
Most schools delayed and forecast calls for more snow in Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Most schools delayed and forecast calls for more snow in Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 4 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Live updates: Whatcom County schools closed after weekend snow, icy chill - Bellingham Herald
Live updates: Whatcom County schools closed after weekend snow, icy chill Bellingham Herald
Published on 3 February 2025 | 8:00 am
National Weather Service releases snowfall measurements across Whatcom County - My Bellingham Now
National Weather Service releases snowfall measurements across Whatcom County My Bellingham Now
Published on 3 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
Weather update: Snow is heading for Whatcom County, possibly more than initial estimate - Bellingham Herald
Weather update: Snow is heading for Whatcom County, possibly more than initial estimate Bellingham Herald
Published on 30 January 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
Which affordable housing projects are underway in Whatcom County? - Cascadia Daily News
Which affordable housing projects are underway in Whatcom County? Cascadia Daily News
Published on 29 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
Bellingham makes largest land purchase yet in Lake Whatcom watershed - Cascadia Daily News
Bellingham makes largest land purchase yet in Lake Whatcom watershed Cascadia Daily News
Published on 28 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County sheriff, Bellingham officials issue statements on immigration enforcement - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County sheriff, Bellingham officials issue statements on immigration enforcement Bellingham Herald
Published on 24 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom Sheriff issues statement regarding federal immigration enforcement - Whatcom News
Whatcom Sheriff issues statement regarding federal immigration enforcement Whatcom News
Published on 23 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Tracking homeless deaths is complicated in Whatcom County — and nationwide - Cascadia Daily News
Tracking homeless deaths is complicated in Whatcom County — and nationwide Cascadia Daily News
Published on 23 January 2025 | 8:00 am
When will Whatcom Co. flu season peak? What to know about flu, concerning winter illnesses - Bellingham Herald
When will Whatcom Co. flu season peak? What to know about flu, concerning winter illnesses Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Hunting for brant geese to open in Clallam, Pacific, and Whatcom counties; will remain closed in Skagit County - Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (.gov)
Hunting for brant geese to open in Clallam, Pacific, and Whatcom counties; will remain closed in Skagit County Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (.gov)
Published on 14 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 the Washington state budget affects K-12 education at Whatcom County schools | Opinion - Bellingham Herald
How the Washington state budget affects K-12 education at Whatcom County schools | Opinion Bellingham Herald
Published on 7 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County approves two-year budget with property tax hike, use of ‘banked’ funds - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County approves two-year budget with property tax hike, use of ‘banked’ funds Bellingham Herald
Published on 23 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Thousands lose power in Whatcom County in wake of ‘bomb cyclone’ that battered the region - Bellingham Herald
Thousands lose power in Whatcom County in wake of ‘bomb cyclone’ that battered the region Bellingham Herald
Published on 22 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Whatcom County Council votes 4-3 to adopt budget with an overall 2.7% increase in taxes - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County Council votes 4-3 to adopt budget with an overall 2.7% increase in taxes Cascadia Daily News
Published on 21 November 2024 | 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
Whatcom County profile - Employment Security Department (.gov)
Whatcom County profile Employment Security Department (.gov)
Published on 12 November 2024 | 5:37 pm
Whatcom County eyes ‘banked capacity’ to ward off budget woes - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County eyes ‘banked capacity’ to ward off budget woes Cascadia Daily News
Published on 18 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Hatchery Chinook salmon returning to Whatcom Creek in Bellingham - Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (.gov)
Hatchery Chinook salmon returning to Whatcom Creek in Bellingham Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (.gov)
Published on 22 August 2024 | 7:00 am