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Whatcom County nonprofit a key resource for families separated by ICE detentions - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County nonprofit a key resource for families separated by ICE detentions Bellingham Herald
Published on 26 August 2025 | 7:41 am
Trailblazing public servant Shirley Van Zanten dies at 89 - Cascadia Daily News
Trailblazing public servant Shirley Van Zanten dies at 89 Cascadia Daily News
Published on 26 August 2025 | 7:38 am
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state My Bellingham Now
Published on 25 August 2025 | 8:11 pm
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state - 1170 KPUG-AM |
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state 1170 KPUG-AM |
Published on 25 August 2025 | 8:11 pm
Smelling smoke? Air quality declines in Whatcom County amid wildfires in Canada - Bellingham Herald
Smelling smoke? Air quality declines in Whatcom County amid wildfires in Canada Bellingham Herald
Published on 25 August 2025 | 8:07 pm
The Whatcom Report 8/24/25 - My Bellingham Now
The Whatcom Report 8/24/25 My Bellingham Now
Published on 25 August 2025 | 5:17 pm
Whatcom Prep 14U baseball team competes at Babe Ruth World Series - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom Prep 14U baseball team competes at Babe Ruth World Series Cascadia Daily News
Published on 25 August 2025 | 6:11 am
What’s the Deal With: The empty park in Birch Bay? - Cascadia Daily News
What’s the Deal With: The empty park in Birch Bay? Cascadia Daily News
Published on 25 August 2025 | 5:47 am
Semi-truck crash closes I-5 northbound lane overnight - Whatcom News
Semi-truck crash closes I-5 northbound lane overnight Whatcom News
Published on 23 August 2025 | 4:00 pm
Whatcom County woman accused of using drill to steal gas, setting vehicle on fire - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County woman accused of using drill to steal gas, setting vehicle on fire Bellingham Herald
Published on 23 August 2025 | 12:00 pm
UPDATE: Bellingham Police locate suspect involved in hit-and-run incident - My Bellingham Now
UPDATE: Bellingham Police locate suspect involved in hit-and-run incident My Bellingham Now
Published on 22 August 2025 | 10:09 pm
Man arrested in injury hit-and-run with a cyclist in Bellingham - Whatcom News
Man arrested in injury hit-and-run with a cyclist in Bellingham Whatcom News
Published on 22 August 2025 | 10:06 pm
Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Whatcom County: Stay Safe - Whatcom News
Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Whatcom County: Stay Safe Whatcom News
Published on 22 August 2025 | 3:39 pm
Need Pest Control in Bellingham? Venables Pest Management Expands to Whatcom County - ThurstonTalk
Need Pest Control in Bellingham? Venables Pest Management Expands to Whatcom County ThurstonTalk
Published on 22 August 2025 | 12:44 pm
Whatcom Roundup: New Lummi Island eatery; Bellingham shop reopens at new site - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: New Lummi Island eatery; Bellingham shop reopens at new site Bellingham Herald
Published on 22 August 2025 | 12:00 pm
Whatcom News: Aug. 20, 2025 - Lynden Tribune
Whatcom News: Aug. 20, 2025 Lynden Tribune
Published on 22 August 2025 | 11:00 am
Whatcom County names new director of Health and Community Services - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County names new director of Health and Community Services My Bellingham Now
Published on 22 August 2025 | 1:08 am
Whatcom County names new health department leader - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County names new health department leader Cascadia Daily News
Published on 21 August 2025 | 11:20 pm
WEATHER: Heat advisory issued for Whatcom, Skagit Counties this weekend - 1170 KPUG-AM |
WEATHER: Heat advisory issued for Whatcom, Skagit Counties this weekend 1170 KPUG-AM |
Published on 21 August 2025 | 11:06 pm
WEATHER: Heat advisory issued for Whatcom, Skagit Counties this weekend - My Bellingham Now
WEATHER: Heat advisory issued for Whatcom, Skagit Counties this weekend My Bellingham Now
Published on 21 August 2025 | 10:57 pm
Lifestyle Lookout: Hiking, live music and local art in Whatcom County this weekend - My Bellingham Now
Lifestyle Lookout: Hiking, live music and local art in Whatcom County this weekend My Bellingham Now
Published on 21 August 2025 | 10:46 pm
Whatcom Sheriff’s Office investigating assault and robbery in Little Squalicum Park - Whatcom News
Whatcom Sheriff’s Office investigating assault and robbery in Little Squalicum Park Whatcom News
Published on 21 August 2025 | 4:34 pm
Ferndale City Council candidate faces voter registration challenge - Whatcom News
Ferndale City Council candidate faces voter registration challenge Whatcom News
Published on 21 August 2025 | 4:14 pm
Man wanted in sexual assault at Bellingham park - KOMO
Man wanted in sexual assault at Bellingham park KOMO
Published on 21 August 2025 | 3:42 pm
Port of Bellingham releases new study analyzing industrial land use - My Bellingham Now
Port of Bellingham releases new study analyzing industrial land use My Bellingham Now
Published on 21 August 2025 | 7:00 am
UPDATE: Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office searches for suspect after reported assault at Little Squalicum Park - My Bellingham Now
UPDATE: Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office searches for suspect after reported assault at Little Squalicum Park My Bellingham Now
Published on 20 August 2025 | 10:52 pm
Whatcom County to host open house - The Northern Light
Whatcom County to host open house The Northern Light
Published on 20 August 2025 | 7:22 pm
Suspect remains at large following report of sexual assault near BTC - Bellingham Herald
Suspect remains at large following report of sexual assault near BTC Bellingham Herald
Published on 20 August 2025 | 4:59 pm
Primary election results certified in Whatcom, Skagit counties - Cascadia Daily News
Primary election results certified in Whatcom, Skagit counties Cascadia Daily News
Published on 19 August 2025 | 11:51 pm
Significant traffic impacts expected this week across Whatcom County - Whatcom News
Significant traffic impacts expected this week across Whatcom County Whatcom News
Published on 19 August 2025 | 10:05 pm
COLUMN: Farewell North Whatcom - Lynden Tribune
COLUMN: Farewell North Whatcom Lynden Tribune
Published on 19 August 2025 | 1:00 pm
Animal feeding operations linked to increased air pollution, study finds - Cascadia Daily News
Animal feeding operations linked to increased air pollution, study finds Cascadia Daily News
Published on 19 August 2025 | 4:10 am
Blaine man found guilty of attempting to kill girlfriend - Cascadia Daily News
Blaine man found guilty of attempting to kill girlfriend Cascadia Daily News
Published on 19 August 2025 | 12:16 am
Whatcom County receives over $300,000 in state funds to purchase land near California Creek and Drayton Harbor - My Bellingham Now
Whatcom County receives over $300,000 in state funds to purchase land near California Creek and Drayton Harbor My Bellingham Now
Published on 18 August 2025 | 11:44 pm
Bellingham buys land around Lake Whatcom, including prime beachfront site - Bellingham Herald
Bellingham buys land around Lake Whatcom, including prime beachfront site Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 August 2025 | 12:00 pm
Former Whatcom health department director sues county for $1.5M - Cascadia Daily News
Former Whatcom health department director sues county for $1.5M Cascadia Daily News
Published on 15 August 2025 | 8:17 pm
Whatcom Roundup: Nightclub opening; downtown restaurant for sale; fair ending - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Nightclub opening; downtown restaurant for sale; fair ending Bellingham Herald
Published on 15 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Whatcom County official alleges harassment, hostile work environment - Bellingham Herald
Former Whatcom County official alleges harassment, hostile work environment Bellingham Herald
Published on 15 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Whatcom County health director seeks $1.5 million from county, alleges wrongful termination - My Bellingham Now
Former Whatcom County health director seeks $1.5 million from county, alleges wrongful termination My Bellingham Now
Published on 15 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County profile - Employment Security Department (.gov)
Whatcom County profile Employment Security Department (.gov)
Published on 14 August 2025 | 7:00 am
5,500-acre public forest in Whatcom County will be owned by a nonprofit - Cascadia Daily News
5,500-acre public forest in Whatcom County will be owned by a nonprofit Cascadia Daily News
Published on 14 August 2025 | 1:17 am
Salaries of Whatcom County Council members doubled in past 5 years - Cascadia Daily News
Salaries of Whatcom County Council members doubled in past 5 years Cascadia Daily News
Published on 12 August 2025 | 4:03 am
Record return of hatchery Chinook salmon expected to Whatcom Creek - Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (.gov)
Record return of hatchery Chinook salmon expected to Whatcom Creek Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (.gov)
Published on 11 August 2025 | 7:00 am
How is Whatcom County’s homeless situation? Report details success, failure - Bellingham Herald
How is Whatcom County’s homeless situation? Report details success, failure Bellingham Herald
Published on 11 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Salmon work paying off: Record chinook return expected in Whatcom Creek - Bellingham Herald
Salmon work paying off: Record chinook return expected in Whatcom Creek Bellingham Herald
Published on 11 August 2025 | 7:00 am
UPDATE: Two men arrested for separate murders in Whatcom County; first appearances in court - Cascadia Daily News
UPDATE: Two men arrested for separate murders in Whatcom County; first appearances in court Cascadia Daily News
Published on 8 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: New downtown bar; Chick-fil-A approved; NW WA Fair returns - yahoo.com
Whatcom Roundup: New downtown bar; Chick-fil-A approved; NW WA Fair returns yahoo.com
Published on 8 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Farmworkers’ union fights to curb migrant H-2A visa expansion in Whatcom, Skagit - Washington State Standard
Farmworkers’ union fights to curb migrant H-2A visa expansion in Whatcom, Skagit Washington State Standard
Published on 8 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: New downtown bar; Chick-fil-A approved; NW WA Fair returns - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: New downtown bar; Chick-fil-A approved; NW WA Fair returns Bellingham Herald
Published on 8 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Have you heard fighter jets this week over Whatcom County? - Cascadia Daily News
Have you heard fighter jets this week over Whatcom County? Cascadia Daily News
Published on 7 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Mentoring musicians in Whatcom County - Salish Current
Mentoring musicians in Whatcom County Salish Current
Published on 6 August 2025 | 7:00 am
New report on Whatcom County homeless rates shows similar numbers to years prior - My Bellingham Now
New report on Whatcom County homeless rates shows similar numbers to years prior My Bellingham Now
Published on 6 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Live voting results for August 5 primaries in Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Live voting results for August 5 primaries in Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 6 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Initial Whatcom County primary election results are in - Whatcom News
Initial Whatcom County primary election results are in Whatcom News
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Update: Whatcom Library levy and South Whatcom fire levy will pass - Cascadia Daily News
Update: Whatcom Library levy and South Whatcom fire levy will pass Cascadia Daily News
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Update: Whatcom County preliminary primary election results 2025 - Cascadia Daily News
Update: Whatcom County preliminary primary election results 2025 Cascadia Daily News
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County voters approve library levy; Council incumbent likely ousted - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County voters approve library levy; Council incumbent likely ousted Bellingham Herald
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Abbotsford Airshow to bring unusual aircraft in the north Whatcom sky before and during this weekend - Whatcom News
Abbotsford Airshow to bring unusual aircraft in the north Whatcom sky before and during this weekend Whatcom News
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Primary Election results - KIRO 7 News Seattle
Whatcom County Primary Election results KIRO 7 News Seattle
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Major Whatcom County cases are heading to trial this fall. What to watch for - Bellingham Herald
Major Whatcom County cases are heading to trial this fall. What to watch for Bellingham Herald
Published on 4 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County home prices drop as Bellingham prices increase month to month - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County home prices drop as Bellingham prices increase month to month Bellingham Herald
Published on 3 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Beach access open at Whatcom County park after necessary repairs - Bellingham Herald
Beach access open at Whatcom County park after necessary repairs Bellingham Herald
Published on 3 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County again preps to operate severe weather shelter for unhoused - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County again preps to operate severe weather shelter for unhoused Bellingham Herald
Published on 31 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Flash flood warning issued in Whatcom and Skagit counties - My Bellingham Now
Flash flood warning issued in Whatcom and Skagit counties My Bellingham Now
Published on 31 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Flash flood watch in effect for parts of Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Flash flood watch in effect for parts of Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 31 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Love Your Waterfront - bellingham.org
Love Your Waterfront bellingham.org
Published on 30 July 2025 | 7:33 pm
Check out the top 100 private Whatcom County companies, based on gross sales - Bellingham Herald
Check out the top 100 private Whatcom County companies, based on gross sales Bellingham Herald
Published on 30 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Wildfire smoke could impact air quality, cause hazy skies in Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Wildfire smoke could impact air quality, cause hazy skies in Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 30 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County to host first government open house - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County to host first government open house Cascadia Daily News
Published on 29 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Update: Tsunami advisory canceled for Whatcom County lowlands - Bellingham Herald
Update: Tsunami advisory canceled for Whatcom County lowlands Bellingham Herald
Published on 29 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Wildfire growing slowly in southeast Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
Wildfire growing slowly in southeast Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 26 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Fire and other damage affect access at two Whatcom County parks - Bellingham Herald
Fire and other damage affect access at two Whatcom County parks Bellingham Herald
Published on 26 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: New nightclub; restaurant and bar opening; unemployment update - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: New nightclub; restaurant and bar opening; unemployment update Bellingham Herald
Published on 25 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Primary election: Crowded field vying for Whatcom County Council District 3 seat - Bellingham Herald
Primary election: Crowded field vying for Whatcom County Council District 3 seat Bellingham Herald
Published on 25 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Primary election: Three candidates seeking open seat on Whatcom County Council - Bellingham Herald
Primary election: Three candidates seeking open seat on Whatcom County Council Bellingham Herald
Published on 24 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County Search & Rescue will stay in existing facility, for now - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County Search & Rescue will stay in existing facility, for now Cascadia Daily News
Published on 24 July 2025 | 7:00 am
New Whatcom County Jail could have between 400–700 beds - Cascadia Daily News
New Whatcom County Jail could have between 400–700 beds Cascadia Daily News
Published on 23 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Library and South Whatcom Fire levies are on August ballot - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom Library and South Whatcom Fire levies are on August ballot Cascadia Daily News
Published on 22 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Facing higher costs and operating deficit, Whatcom library seeks tax hike - Bellingham Herald
Facing higher costs and operating deficit, Whatcom library seeks tax hike Bellingham Herald
Published on 19 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom County man charged with 14 felonies related to child rape, pornography - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom County man charged with 14 felonies related to child rape, pornography Bellingham Herald
Published on 18 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom primary election: Heavy spending, fresh faces vying for port - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom primary election: Heavy spending, fresh faces vying for port Cascadia Daily News
Published on 15 July 2025 | 7:00 am
What’s the ideal capacity for Whatcom County’s new jail? It’s complicated - Bellingham Herald
What’s the ideal capacity for Whatcom County’s new jail? It’s complicated Bellingham Herald
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:00 am
As state heats up, Weather Service warns wildfire smoke headed to Whatcom County - Bellingham Herald
As state heats up, Weather Service warns wildfire smoke headed to Whatcom County Bellingham Herald
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom Roundup: Bellingham restaurant closes; national chains moving in - Bellingham Herald
Whatcom Roundup: Bellingham restaurant closes; national chains moving in Bellingham Herald
Published on 11 July 2025 | 7:00 am
$2 million on the way to support Whatcom County outdoor recreation, conservation - Bellingham Herald
$2 million on the way to support Whatcom County outdoor recreation, conservation Bellingham Herald
Published on 10 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Lake Whatcom sewage spill poses potential health risk for some water users - Bellingham Herald
Lake Whatcom sewage spill poses potential health risk for some water users Bellingham Herald
Published on 8 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Over $2 million in state funding allocated to Whatcom County to improve outdoor recreation - My Bellingham Now
Over $2 million in state funding allocated to Whatcom County to improve outdoor recreation My Bellingham Now
Published on 7 July 2025 | 7:00 am
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 7 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Whatcom median home price stalls, Skagit rises - Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom median home price stalls, Skagit rises Cascadia Daily News
Published on 7 July 2025 | 7:00 am
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 | 7:00 am
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 29 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 | 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
‘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
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 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
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
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
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