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Northwest Sports Update Ms sweep Guardians, Bells keep rolling, Sounders kick off Club World Cup and more

Bellingham, WASports

The Seattle Mariners aim to extend their winning streak against the Boston Red Sox following a successful sweep of the Cleveland Guardians, highlighted by a 6-0 victory on Father's Day. Emerson Hancock delivered an impressive performance with seven scoreless innings, while J. P. Crawford contributed with a grand slam in the series finale. The Mariners currently sit 4.

5 games behind the first-place Houston Astros in a fiercely competitive AL West. All-Star Logan Gilbert returns to the mound tonight for the Mariners, marking his first start since April 25. The Red Sox, on the other hand, are chasing their sixth consecutive win, creating a challenging matchup for Seattle. Coverage begins at 5:30 PM on KGMI, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 PM. In related news, Cal Raleigh leads American League catchers in All-Star voting, while Julio Rodriguez ranks ninth among AL outfielders.

The Mariners' recent performance and the return of Gilbert could prove pivotal as they seek to close the gap in the standings.

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Whatcom County Council seeks feedback on 12 proposed amendments for November general election

Whatcom County residents can provide feedback on 12 proposed amendments to the county charter ahead of the November General Election. The council seeks volunteers to draft pro and con statements, with applications due by July 14. Proposed changes include establishing an "Office of the Ombuds" for government complaints and modifying referendum signature requirements.

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Rite Aid stores in Whatcom County to close and reopen under CVS

Rite Aid locations in Whatcom County will transition to CVS pharmacies following Rite Aid's bankruptcy announcement. The Sehome Village Rite Aid will close on August 19 and reopen as a CVS the next day, with additional locations following suit in mid-September. All prescriptions will be transferred to CVS automatically, requiring no action from patients.

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Injured hiker rescued in dark, rainy conditions in the North Cascades

A hiker was rescued after falling in a snowy area near Twin Lakes in the North Cascades on June 26. The Bellingham Mountain Rescue Council reported that a pair of National Forest Service employees heard the hiker's calls for help and provided assistance until a rescue team arrived. Hikers are reminded to pack essential gear and prepare for wintery conditions, even in late June.