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Homeowners in Whatcom County are upgrading to high-efficiency heating and cooling systems, driven by rebates and incentives. Local contractor Feller Heating & Air Conditioning notes heightened interest in heat pumps, which provide both heating and cooling efficiently. Programs from Puget Sound Energy offer rebates up to $1,500, with additional support for low-income households.
Cloud Mountain Farm Center in rural Whatcom County has closed after over 45 years of operation, impacting the local farming community. The center struggled with funding and administrative support following its merger with Sustainable Connections in 2019, leading to the shuttering of key programs. Former staff expressed feelings of betrayal and miscommunication regarding the center's management.
Cristian Lara Guzman, 18, pleaded not guilty to manslaughter and unlawful firearm possession in Bellingham following a fatal shooting. The incident occurred when Guzman and his friend, Alejandro Pallares, were playing with a loaded gun, resulting in Pallares' death from a gunshot wound to the head. Guzman remains in custody on $1 million bail.
The daughter of a Ferndale woman, who died during the 2021 heatwave, has filed a lawsuit against seven major oil companies, claiming their contributions to climate change led to her mother's death. The suit, filed in King County Superior Court, names Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Shell, and others as defendants. The lawsuit highlights the dangers of extreme heat, which resulted in 100 heat-related deaths in Washington that week.
The 2025 Downtown Sounds music festival lineup has been announced, featuring various artists and activities. Attendees can enjoy local food trucks, family-friendly activities, and an expanded beer garden during the event.
A truck carrying bees rolled over on Weidkamp Road in Lynden, blocking both lanes and prompting warnings from the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO). Initially estimated at 250 million, the number of bees on the loose was later corrected to approximately 14 million. Authorities advise the public to maintain a distance of at least 200 yards from the scene due to the risk of bee swarming.
Roadwork along Squalicum Parkway will disrupt access to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center starting June 2. Construction crews will build sidewalks, bike lanes, and crosswalks, with work expected to last until October. One lane will remain open, but flaggers will manage traffic daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A Sedro-Woolley man, Scott Granger, was acquitted of all charges related to an attempted murder of his father due to insanity. Granger, who shot at his father in January 2021, will be committed to Western State Hospital indefinitely, with a judge ruling he cannot have contact with his father.
The Seattle Mariners aim to recover from a recent loss against the Washington Nationals as they prepare for a series opener against the Minnesota Twins. Leody Taveras and Ben Williamson helped tie the game before a late Nationals surge secured their victory. Meanwhile, the Bellingham Bells kick off their season tonight on the road against the NightOwls.
Pickford Film Center will open a new location called Pickford on Grand, adding three screens to its existing offerings. The expansion aims to enhance the local film experience in Bellingham, Washington.