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North Cascades Highway reopens near Easy Pass Trailhead

State Route 20 has been closed since Sunday
July 26, 2024 3:18 p.m.
A blue ferry on the Bellingham Bay
Business

First-of-its-kind hydrogen ferry built in Bellingham sets sail in California

All American Marine has been involved in project since 2019
July 24, 2024 1:43 p.m.
An aerial view of former Intalco aluminum smelter in Ferndale next to the waters where a cruise ship is docked.
Environment

Intalco Aluminum to pay $5M to feds over EPA violations

Between 2017–20, Intalco failed multiple inspections relating to air pollution control system
July 23, 2024 5:32 p.m.
Agriculture

Cloud Mountain Farm testing recycled paper alternative against plastic mulch 

Known as 'hydromulch,' researchers aim to protect soil health and increase crop production
July 21, 2024 10:00 p.m.
Environment

Just how filthy is Bellingham Bay — and who is cleaning it up?

Multiple agencies and citizens are working together to restore, monitor and protect the bay
Updated July 19, 2024 2:00 p.m.
Diverted

Intelligent robotic sorting cuts landfill waste, risk to human workers

Even in 'facility of the future,' plastic bags are still a problem
July 10, 2024 10:00 p.m.
Environment

Bellingham residents report bear, cougar, bobcat sightings – and this is normal

And there are safety steps you can take
July 10, 2024 10:00 p.m.
Environment

Applications open for steering committee to help manage Nooksack water rights lawsuit

Interested parties can send letter to Whatcom County Superior Court
July 4, 2024 10:00 p.m.
Environment

Opponents of Skagit gravel mine appeal county decision to approve project

County has 60 days to respond to appeal by Central Samish Valley Neighbors
July 3, 2024 5:29 p.m.
Environment

July Fourth fireworks leave environmental mess for Whatcom shoreline residents 

With tons of trash picked up post-holiday, the message is ‘pack it in, pack it out’
July 2, 2024 10:00 p.m.
Agriculture

Whatcom County growers grapple with shifting weather amid warming climate

Volatility a bigger concern than heat for local agriculture; USDA updates hardiness zones
June 24, 2024 10:00 p.m.
Environment

Plantation Rifle Range cleanup date delayed again due to extent of lead contamination

Cleanup won't start until at least spring 2025
June 21, 2024 10:00 p.m.

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