Multiple No Kings III rallies are scheduled across Whatcom County, Skagit County and the San Juan Islands on Saturday, March 28, 2026, with events in Everson, Bellingham, Anacortes, Mount Vernon, Orcas Island and Shaw Island.
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Meridian–Birchwood Roundabout Project Moves Forward with Open House Set for March 4 in Bellingham
The City of Bellingham is moving forward with plans for a new roundabout at Meridian Street and Birchwood Avenue, with a public open house set for March 4 at Parkview Elementary School.
UPDATE: 16-Year-Old Revived After Suspected Overdose at Sunset Taco Bell in Bellingham
BELLINGHAM — Bellingham Metro News has received an official update from Lieutenant Claudia Murphy with the Bellingham Police Department regarding Tuesday night’s emergency response at […]
Whatcom County to Host Second Community Engagement Workshop for Justice Project in Lynden March 19
WHATCOM COUNTY — Whatcom County is inviting residents to take part in the second Community Engagement Workshop for the Justice Project on Thursday, March 19, […]
HAPPENING NOW: Large Emergency Response at Sunset Taco Bell in Bellingham
BELLINGHAM — Reader reports are coming in of a significant emergency response at the Taco Bell on Sunset Drive in Bellingham late this evening. According […]
Piroshky Piroshky From Seattle’s Pike Place Market Opening in Bellingham on February 26
BELLINGHAM — One of Seattle’s most recognizable Pike Place Market bakeries is officially coming to Bellingham. Piroshky Piroshky, which first opened in 1992 and has […]
Celebration of Life Announced for Justin James at Lummi Wex’liem Building
A public Celebration of Life for former LNPD Sergeant Justin James will be held Wednesday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the Lummi Wex’liem Building in Lummi.
UPDATE: 14-Year-Old Taken Into Custody After Attempted Traffic Stop Leads to Short Pursuit in Lynden
Lynden Police have identified the rider of an electric motorcycle involved in a brief pursuit Monday evening as a 14-year-old Lynden male. The teen faces charges of Felony Eluding and Reckless Driving.
Sunset Pond Loop Trail Set to Open to the Public Friday
The new 1.2-mile Sunset Pond Loop Trail in North Bellingham will officially open with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, February 27 at 3 p.m., marking the completion of a vision more than 30 years in the making.
Film Review: ‘Lynden’ Documentary Explores Race, Identity, and Community in Whatcom County
A review of the documentary ‘Lynden,’ which follows a young woman of color growing up in Lynden, Washington, and the community’s response to the 2020 racial justice protest. Directed by Bryan Tucker and Chris Barron, the film is now streaming free on YouTube and Roku.