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How expensive is childcare in Washington state? Here’s how much parents spend

How expensive is childcare in Washington state? Here’s how much parents spend

A new study ranks the U.S. states where parents spend the most on childcare services.

July 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Going swimming? Here’s your guide to Bellingham pools, spray parks this summer

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Splash into summer at Birch Bay Waterslides

Splash into summer at Birch Bay Waterslides

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What is bullying?

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Fall is here, and we want to know your favorite pumpkin patch in Whatcom County. Vote now

Fall is here, and we want to know your favorite pumpkin patch in Whatcom County. Vote now

Updated October 19, 2023 at 11:28 AM

‘Let’s go build 10 more’: First-of-its-kind youth stabilization center opens in Whatcom County

‘Let’s go build 10 more’: First-of-its-kind youth stabilization center opens in Whatcom County

Updated August 24, 2023 at 10:10 AM

‘She was the happiest she’d ever been.’ Friends, family mourn tragic loss in Bellingham

‘She was the happiest she’d ever been.’ Friends, family mourn tragic loss in Bellingham

June 18, 2023 at 5:00 AM

Steps to help prepare your Whatcom family for an earthquake | From our files

Steps to help prepare your Whatcom family for an earthquake | From our files

Updated February 7, 2023 at 8:24 AM

Here are some parents’ rules for social media use

Here are some parents’ rules for social media use

Updated July 5, 2022 at 12:54 AM

Here’s how Bellingham Parks is offering these free summer programs for kids

Here’s how Bellingham Parks is offering these free summer programs for kids

Updated April 11, 2022 at 11:54 AM

Best and worst states to have a baby, according to WalletHub

Best and worst states to have a baby, according to WalletHub

Updated March 18, 2022 at 4:37 PM

This is Washington’s most-visited grocery store. But is it the most affordable?

This is Washington’s most-visited grocery store. But is it the most affordable?

Updated February 25, 2022 at 10:48 AM

Five safety concerns parents should ask child care providers about

Five safety concerns parents should ask child care providers about

Updated February 24, 2022 at 5:36 AM

Can your pet get you sick from COVID-19? Here’s what the CDC wants you to know

Can your pet get you sick from COVID-19? Here’s what the CDC wants you to know

Updated February 23, 2022 at 4:50 PM

Lori Borgman: Top 5 turkey day cooking tips

Lori Borgman: Top 5 turkey day cooking tips

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These California cities are among the best places for US retirees to live, report says

These California cities are among the best places for US retirees to live, report says

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Nearly half of US childcare centers say they face permanent closure, survey finds

Nearly half of US childcare centers say they face permanent closure, survey finds

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Video: How to find a good book for your kids

Video: How to find a good book for your kids

Updated June 5, 2020 at 12:37 PM

Virtual zoos and yoga: What can kids do for free during the coronavirus quarantine

Virtual zoos and yoga: What can kids do for free during the coronavirus quarantine

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Gerber is looking for a new baby. Does yours have what it takes?

Gerber is looking for a new baby. Does yours have what it takes?

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It’s ‘important for kids to understand where their food comes from and how it’s produced’

Updated October 1, 2019 at 4:18 PM

Here are three ways for Whatcom County residents to celebrate the fall

Here are three ways for Whatcom County residents to celebrate the fall

Updated October 1, 2019 at 4:17 PM

What you need to have and know to keep your kids safe in an earthquake

What you need to have and know to keep your kids safe in an earthquake

Updated September 30, 2019 at 2:25 PM

Center for Early Learning expands to help kids with disabilities, developmental delays

Center for Early Learning expands to help kids with disabilities, developmental delays

Updated September 10, 2019 at 2:42 PM

Need a reprieve from summer heat? Here’s some Whatcom County swim spots to check out

Need a reprieve from summer heat? Here’s some Whatcom County swim spots to check out

Updated August 1, 2019 at 3:49 PM

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