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Profiles

Meet the first — and only — female Columbia River Bar Pilot

Now at Bellingham’s Community Boating Center, Deb Dempsey reflects on her legacy

Sept. 28, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Community

Who is moving to Whatcom County — and why? A snapshot of new residents

Coming from California to Texas, they're seeking nature, less traffic and better climate

Updated Sept. 17, 2024 4:00 p.m.

WTD?

What’s the Deal With: The Lightcatcher Building’s green roof?

The Bellingham feature provides a variety of ecological benefits

Sept. 1, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Health

Ferndale box first in Whatcom County to dispense free Narcan kits 24/7

Dispenser serves as initial access point for medication that reverses opioid overdose

Aug. 16, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Community

Sights and sounds from Northwest Washington Fair’s 115th opening day

Hundreds journey to Lynden for a day full of animal races, fair foods and performances

Aug. 8, 2024 5:25 p.m.

Arts & Entertainment

Skagit County Fair’s Latin entertainment stage a welcoming space for a diverse community

In its fifth year, the stage will feature more than 20 performers

Aug. 7, 2024 4:31 p.m.

Elections

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Update: Browning, Wesen leading in Skagit County commissioner races

All four candidates will run again in November

Updated Aug. 8, 2024 5:41 p.m.

WTD?

What’s the Deal With: The restored trolley on West Holly Street?

A historic 1924 streetcar set for public display next month

Aug. 4, 2024 10:00 p.m.

News in Brief

Wildfire activity prompts closure near Easy Pass trailhead on North Cascades Highway

Road closed until further notice; no detours on Forest Service roads

Aug. 4, 2024 12:13 p.m.

Law & Justice

Whatcom County’s LEAD program slated for staffing increase with $420,000 grant

Funding will help reduce client waitlist and help managers with caseload

Aug. 1, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Business

Latino Business Youth program aims to shape next generation of entrepreneuers

Mount Vernon program’s mission is representation in county where 20% of population is Latino

July 26, 2024 5:30 p.m.

Indigenous Affairs

Youth canoe journey honors ancestral travel routes as elders pass down knowledge

Canoe travelers visit six islands on the way to final stop in Puyallup

July 25, 2024 11:23 a.m.

News Intern

Meet the first — and only — female Columbia River Bar Pilot

Who is moving to Whatcom County — and why? A snapshot of new residents

What’s the Deal With: The Lightcatcher Building’s green roof?

Ferndale box first in Whatcom County to dispense free Narcan kits 24/7

Sights and sounds from Northwest Washington Fair’s 115th opening day

Skagit County Fair’s Latin entertainment stage a welcoming space for a diverse community

Update: Browning, Wesen leading in Skagit County commissioner races

What’s the Deal With: The restored trolley on West Holly Street?

Wildfire activity prompts closure near Easy Pass trailhead on North Cascades Highway

Whatcom County’s LEAD program slated for staffing increase with $420,000 grant

Latino Business Youth program aims to shape next generation of entrepreneuers

Youth canoe journey honors ancestral travel routes as elders pass down knowledge

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