Fire chiefs, commissioners and the firefighter’s union are all calling on Whatcom County Council to fund the county EMS by using banked capacity in the next budget year, to address inflation and ...

As the regular season comes to an end, De Lange and the Pioneers are making a push for a 1A state title. De Lange believes her squad can make it because of their tight-knit unit and consistency on the ...

Blaine and Nooksack Valley battled in the first of two 1A District 1 semifinal games at Blaine High School on Saturday, with the Pioneers walking away with a 4-3 victory (3-0 in penalties). Pioneer’s ...

State law designates certain positions nonpartisan, such as city offices, school board seats and judicial roles. Candidates for those offices do not select a party preference to appear next to their ...

Federal immigration officials arrested a Lynden man in a raid at his apartment on Wednesday. The authorities suspect him of assaulting a federal officer, but his partner and activists say the charge ...

Over the last 20 years or so, Aaron Ball has been part of some of the best bands in Bellingham and Seattle. While he plays ...

Focusing on responsible governance, having high expectations for student learning, creating conditions for student and staff success, holding the district accountable for student learning, and ...

As the U.S. government shutdown drags on, funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) runs out on Saturday, Nov. 1. Meanwhile, the Bellingham Food Bank estimates about 15% of ...

In her first three seasons, Stephan helped the Lions to a 72-11 overall record, two district titles and a third and fifth place finish at the 2A state tournament. Stephan’s impact has come through her ...

On Nov. 5, the Whatcom County Council will consider an eight-year lease of around $750,000 per year for a Cordata facility owned by a former elected official. If approved, the building will be a new ...

Officials have identified a set of human remains found on Interstate 5 in Bellingham this past summer. Law enforcement found Justin Howard, 43, on June 17 in an area near the Lakeway Drive exit on the ...

Washington is often identified as having one of the nation’s most regressive tax codes, meaning lower earners pay a disproportionately high share of their earnings. Many progressives see an income tax ...