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Rookie safety Nick Emmanwori will wear the No. 3 jersey for the Seahawks, the first player to do so since Russell Wilson's departure in 2022. Sounders forward Jordan Morris will miss six weeks due to a hamstring injury, while the Mariners prepare for a critical series against the Rangers after a recent offensive surge.
A Lynden school bus driver, Annette Lyon, died following a collision with a white SUV on W. Main Street on May 1. The Lynden School District confirmed there were no students on board at the time of the accident. The crash is under investigation, and witnesses are urged to contact local police.
Beach Cat Brewing will expand to a new location on the Bellingham waterfront in 2025. The brewery will enhance production capacity from seven to thirty kegs per brew and offer a wider variety of beverages, including hard seltzer and non-alcoholic options.
A local real estate agent in Whatcom County, WA, answers common questions about buying and selling homes as spring approaches. Key advice includes the importance of financial readiness and understanding market conditions, as well as tips for home staging and pricing.
A traffic accident in Lynden, WA, claimed the life of school bus driver Annette Lyon on Thursday morning. The bus collided with an SUV, but no students were on board at the time. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and authorities seek witnesses or dashcam footage.
The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Auxiliary Communication Service seeks individuals interested in ham radio, emphasizing its benefits for emergency communication and community engagement. Training sessions for aspiring radio operators will begin on May 31 at the Emergency Operations Center in Bellingham.
Travelers must present a compliant ID to board domestic flights starting May 7 due to the federal REAL ID Act. Only 27% of Washington driver licenses meet the new requirements, which may impact many travelers in the state. Failure to comply will result in being unable to enter federal buildings or board flights.
The Mariners defeated the Angels 9-3, scoring six runs in the seventh inning to secure their fourth consecutive win. Randy Arozarena hit his fifth homer, while Leo Rivas contributed three hits and three RBIs. The Mariners now lead the AL West by two games after sweeping LA.
The FBI investigates a series of threats that led to lockdowns at Cascade Valley Hospital in Arlington, WA. Four separate calls were made between April 23 and April 29, prompting heightened security measures as officials suspect the threats are linked to a single perpetrator or group.
Hundreds of unionized nurses in Bellingham, WA, protested outside PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center on April 29, seeking resolution in stalled contract negotiations. Key issues include wages and health insurance, with the union emphasizing the need for respect from management. PeaceHealth plans to resume negotiations on May 16.