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Bridge collapse could mean increased Canadian tourism in Whatcom County

While the Skagit River bridge collapse on Interstate 5 will mean plenty of headaches and adjustments in the coming months, Whatcom County may see one silver lining more tourists from Canada.

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Gas prices not expected to spike from Skagit River bridge collapse

Industry experts say the collapse of the Skagit River bridge on Interstate 5 shouldn't have a major impact on Whatcom County gas prices.
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Ferndale's Airport Shuttle had close call on Skagit River bridge, may add express run

For the Airporter Shuttle, the collapse of the Skagit River bridge on Interstate 5 was a close call.
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Home values in Whatcom County continue to appreciate

Overall home values in Whatcom County continue to appreciate, following a trend taking place throughout much of the country, according to a new federal report.
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Whatcom's housing affordability index hits new high

Even as home prices are rising in Whatcom County, homes are still more affordable than they have been in years.
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Whatcom unemployment rate drops below 7 percent

Whatcom County's unemployment rate dropped below 7 percent in April, led by broad job growth in the private sector.
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Two wine shops arrive in downtown Bellingham

Wine lovers now have two more options to find that special bottle in downtown Bellingham.
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Morris Piha, onetime property kingpin of downtown Bellingham, dies at 79

Morris Piha, a Bellevue developer who was the dominant property owner in downtown Bellingham from the early 1970s into the 1980s, died Tuesday, May 14, at the age of 79. A memorial service was held Friday in Seattle.
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Second condo building ready on Semiahmoo waterfront

BLAINE - After nearly falling victim to the real estate bubble bust, a residential waterfront project is ready for buyers.
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Bellingham Chamber appoints Gorman to interim position

Bill Gorman has been hired by the Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce to assist the organization while it searches for a new president.
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Costco submits potential plan for Bakerview store

BELLINGHAM - Retail giant Costco is envisioning a 161,893-square-foot store with a six-island gas station and about 800 parking spaces at a potential site along West Bakerview Road, near Interstate 5.