Whatcom County News
What to know when a salesperson knocks on your door in Whatcom County
Door-to-door solicitors must be licensed before they can legally knock on your door.
Artist Point remains closed to vehicle access
As a result, Artist Point, Lake Ann Trailhead, Austin Pass Picnic Area and Heather Meadows Visitor Center are not accessible by vehicle.
Traffic Alert: Slater Road striping work planned for next week
Drivers can expect long delays and are advised to use alternate routes when possible.
What to know about setting off fireworks this 4th of July in your area of Whatcom County
Here are the city and county laws as they apply to buying and setting off consumer fireworks.
Heat advisory issued starting this weekend
Officials warn that heading to cool off at the Nooksack River presents another set of hazards.
UPDATED: Injury rollover crash closes Northwest Drive during evening commute
4 people from a car that rolled were transported by ambulance to the hospital.
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Whatcom man with prior arson convictions again suspected of arson, jailed
People inside the residence saw fire outside and found debris burning at a wall outside the residence.
Citizen receives highest civilian award from Whatcom Sheriff’s Office
“Deeter disregarded his own safety and provided the cover fire from his own weapon.”
Sandy Point neighborhoods hit by power outage
Deputies had been dispatched to a traffic hazard in the area that reportedly involved power lines
Tips for keeping your house or apartment cool during warmer days
Given the cool weather this spring, there has not been an opportunity to acclimate to these higher temperatures.
UPDATED: Over 4,000 lose power around Lynden
Puget Sound Energy reported 4,361 of their customers’ addresses were without power since an outage began around 11am.
Northeast Whatcom County roads scheduled for chip seal work next week (6/27/Mon-6/30/Thu)
Motorists are advised to use alternate routes whenever possible.
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WECU to provide building for Bellingham Schools’ CT program
Currently, the program is housed at Bellingham High School, though participants frequently shuffle between multiple sites for various services.
Much warmer weather remains in the Whatcom County weather forecast
“This level of heat will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness to heat-sensitive people and pets.”
UPDATED: Car ends up in Lynden living room, 2 transported to the hospital
The 29-year-old driver was arrested and booked into the jail on multiple charges.
Whatcom mayors to WA Ecology: Your meetings with tribal leadership have stalled river solutions
“Tribal leadership refused to join the Solutions Table process, preferring to wait until an adjudication is filed, …”
A taste of summer-like weather appears in the forecast, but won’t stick around
Temperatures into the 80s are forecast for some areas.
UPDATED: Rollover crash on I-5 in Ferndale sends 1 to the hospital
The vehicle had been reported to be driving erratically prior to when it left the roadway and rolled multiple times.
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Expect rolling slowdowns on I-5 through Bellingham early Tuesday
“Rolling slowdowns allow crews to complete work in 15-minute increments while minimizing the impact to the traveling public, allowing them to proceed through the work zone.”
Out on $500 cash bail awaiting trial on other charges, Maple Falls man arrested, charged with assault, arson
2 half-full gas cans were found in the attic with gas poured on the floor between them.
Ferndale man pleads guilty to rape of a child and sentenced
He pled to having sex with a 15-year-old when he was 19.
Juneteenth closures planned across the state including some in Whatcom County
The holiday commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865 when U.S. troops announced the end of slavery in Texas and began to enforce emancipation there.
WA Employment Security reports 2,300 fewer jobs available last month but 2021 wages were up 7.5%
Job losses included 6,600 retail positions and 3,800 professional and business services jobs.
2nd Nooksack River rafter’s body located, more details released
The raft belonged to a commercial operation and there were 2 male and 2 female passengers along with a guide.
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