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Environment

Proposal to clean Whatcom Creek goes out for public comment

Existing bacteria in the creek could pose 'human health risk'

March 30, 2023 5:15 p.m.

Weekly Watchdog

Civic Agenda: March 30 – April 5, 2023

This week's meetings, hearings and opportunities for public input

March 30, 2023 5:00 a.m.

Environment

Padden Creek algae bloom not toxic, new tests show

Ongoing algae bloom turned lake, creek green this week

Updated March 31, 2023 11:08 a.m.

Breaking News

Man dies in train collision at Boulevard Park

Train blocking exit of park for 'a couple hours'

March 29, 2023 1:38 p.m.

Community

Ferndale skier meets first responders, bystanders who saved his life

Man went into cardiac arrest while skiing Mount Baker in February

March 29, 2023 1:23 p.m.

Women Empowered

Bellingham teacher-turned-firefighter found her passion at 35

Rebecca Pederson gained a ‘second family’ in peers

March 29, 2023 5:50 a.m.

WTD?

What’s the Deal With: Those yellow wildlife corridor signs?

Make way for ducklings

March 29, 2023 5:05 a.m.

Business Matters

Tulip Festival prepares for annual bloom of economic impact

Business activity and tourism reputation cross-pollinate with month-long Skagit Valley event

March 29, 2023 4:50 a.m.

Law & Justice

Two suspects identified in Kendall shooting

Police ask for public's help locating the two brothers

March 28, 2023 5:40 p.m.

Transportation

Judge rules BNSF violated agreement with Swinomish Tribe

Rail company upped train traffic across reservation

March 28, 2023 4:17 p.m.

Government

Bellingham City Council approves installation of two public bathrooms downtown

Portable outdoor toilets offer graffiti-proof paneling, open grating

March 28, 2023 3:46 p.m.

Education

Squalicum High School lifts lockdown

Schools locked down Tuesday morning over social media images

March 28, 2023 12:52 p.m.