Your trusted source for local Bellingham, WA news, updated daily with the most important stories from your community.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
Bellingham City Council approved two ordinances to enhance affordable housing options, allowing middle housing in nearly all residential zones. The interim ordinance will take effect on June 3, aligning with future state housing laws. A final vote on the proposed changes is scheduled for June 9.
Skagit County residents may experience smoky air next week due to a postponed prescribed burn. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources rescheduled the burn for June 2, pending favorable weather conditions. The burn area is located between SR 9 south of Big Lake and Lake Cavanaugh Road near Summer Lake.
Rescue crews responded to three separate incidents involving climbers and a skier in Mount Baker National Forest, leading to multiple leg injuries. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office urged adventurers to carry emergency GPS devices to facilitate quicker rescues.