OutdoorsBigg’s orca whale sightings are up in Northwest WA. Here’s what we knowSightings are up across the inland Puget Sound area and the Salish Sea, including in Bellingham Bay.Updated July 1, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Squalicum High School grad killed by suspected drunk driver on Fourth of JulyJuly 6, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Appeals court issues ruling on Whatcom County case over Lummi Island ferry ratesJuly 7, 2026 at 5:25 AM
Volunteers clean firework debris off Locust Beach in Bellingham on July 5Updated July 7, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Lunch is free for all children under 18 in several places in Whatcom County including Parkview ElementaryUpdated July 7, 2026 at 3:54 PM
LocalIsolated Point Roberts in Whatcom County divided over public campground proposalJuly 1, 2026 at 5:15 AM
WashingtonBaby seals are popping up on WA beaches. What to do (and not do) if you see oneUpdated June 30, 2026 at 5:08 PM
LocalSummer brings glowing waves to Bellingham. When, where to see bioluminescenceUpdated June 24, 2026 at 11:54 AM
OutdoorsNeed a new ride? Looking to sell? Head down to the Bellingham Bike SwapUpdated June 17, 2026 at 12:20 PM
OutdoorsThe Deming Log Show returns this weekend for its 64th year in Whatcom CountyJune 11, 2026 at 2:24 PM
OutdoorsBellingham biking nonprofit to celebrate 40 years with concert on the mountainUpdated June 10, 2026 at 3:30 PM
LocalBellingham’s Pacific North Sports rings the bell for 2026 Ski to Sea victoryUpdated June 5, 2026 at 9:03 AM
LocalLocal engineering company designs, builds its own Ski to Sea racing equipmentMay 18, 2026 at 5:15 AM
OutdoorsBIKE Bellingham: New program offers guided recreation routes, minus the guideMay 15, 2026 at 2:12 PM
WashingtonPlans for boating? WA officials need help keeping this invasive mussel awayMay 11, 2026 at 5:20 AM
Washington‘Iconic’ humpback whale returns to Washington state. Who is Big Mama?May 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM
OutdoorsCollecting bees to understand them. How volunteers map Washington’s populationUpdated April 29, 2026 at 10:02 AM
OutdoorsHow’s your trail game? Whatcom World Cup races return to Galbraith MountainApril 25, 2026 at 5:15 AM
OutdoorsCelebrate Trails Day is Saturday, and Bellingham’s schedule of events is packedUpdated April 23, 2026 at 6:07 AM
WashingtonHiking in Washington state? Follow these expert tips to stay safe on the trailApril 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM
WashingtonWhen does ski season end at resorts across Washington state? See closing datesUpdated April 7, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Outdoors‘Tis the season to dig for WA’s monster clams. New rules limit harvestApril 4, 2026 at 5:15 AM
OutdoorsStranded in Whatcom County’s outdoors? A team of volunteers is on call to assistApril 4, 2026 at 5:20 AM
WashingtonIt’s shellfish season in Washington state. See new rules for harvestersApril 1, 2026 at 5:00 AM
WashingtonWashington State Parks is raising fees for some stays. See which ones and whenUpdated March 18, 2026 at 12:14 PM
LocalSome Western Washington plants are toxic to pets. Here’s how to keep yours safeMarch 9, 2026 at 12:28 PM
LocalVolunteers conducted two Mount Baker rescues over the Valentine’s Day weekendFebruary 21, 2026 at 1:45 PM
LocalMt. Baker Ski Area set to reopen as four-day highway closure comes to an endFebruary 6, 2026 at 12:27 PM
OutdoorsMt. Baker Ski Area cancels Legendary Banked Slalom event due to poor conditionsUpdated January 28, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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