Below are the latest Whatcom News stories that affect people who live and/or work in and around Bellingham Washington.
North Cascades Highway (SR20) reopened today (Sunday)
This year’s opening was delayed further due to significant winter storm damage and a spring rockslide.
UPDATED: Power outage stretches across Bellingham neighborhoods, business district
As of 9:20am, the over 4,200 addresses were reported to be without power.
Extreme low tides at Whatcom County beaches expected Monday and Tuesday
Ferry operations to Lummi Island face possible short-notice cancellations.
Heat advisory issued for Whatcom County and beyond
High temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees in some areas.
UPDATE: It’s not just you. Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram & Threads online services are down
About 6:30am users began reporting problems accessing the services.
Former Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office chief passes away
The former chief held positions in law enforcement and local government.
Unseasonably warmer high temperatures forecast for Whatcom County through Monday
Temperatures to increase into the 80s through the weekend.
New Amtrak facility in BC eliminates need for US Customs inspections while onboard southbound trains
This change eliminates the stop in Blaine, reducing travel time.
WWU student arrested for possession of and dealing in depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received a CyberTip report.
Retaining wall construction to trigger three-week closure on James Street in Bellingham
Motorists can expect delays around the closure.
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