NEWS IN BRIEF

News in Brief: Nov. 24 – 30, 2023

Freezing fog advisory in effect in Whatcom County
THE HAMMER

The Hammer, November 2023 Special Time-warp Edition

Swooning over the moon, and other holiday leftovers
OPEN & CLOSED

Open & Closed: November 2023

Help United Way of Whatcom County at Kulshan’s Maker’s Market
THE A-LIST

Amy’s picks: Western concerts, The Snow Queen, a birthday bash and fearless films

A curated selection of happenings in Whatcom and Skagit counties
SCHEDULE

Sports calendar: Nov. 24 – Dec. 3, 2023

Upcoming recreation opportunities and professional, college and prep sports
WEEKLY WATCHDOG

Weekly Watchdog: Nov. 23 – 29, 2023

This week's meetings, hearings and opportunities for public input

NEWS

ENVIRONMENT

Small sewer spill rankles tenants at Old Mill Village

Smelly backup of grease, flushable wipes didn't reach Lake Whatcom
News
EDUCATION

Online schooling for Washington’s youngest students is on the rise

Families see benefits, but experts are skeptical
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WTD?

What’s The Deal With: The skate park under Roeder Avenue?

DIY park was 'created by skaters, for skaters'
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HOMELESSNESS

Homelessness increase strains nonprofit capacity

Agencies expand despite challenges in retention, employee wellness
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NEWS IN BRIEF

News in Brief: Nov. 24 – 30, 2023

Freezing fog advisory in effect in Whatcom County

OPINION

GUEST COMMENTARIES

The proposed metal shredder, from a child's point of view

From a fourth grader: 'I feel the world is crumbling'
News
RON JUDD

Jump starting CDN's 2024 resolutions: Homelessness, up close

Challenge accepted for casting light on a complex, fraught dilemma
News
LETTERS

Letters to the Editor, Week of Nov. 22, 2023

Send letters, maximum 250 words, to letters@cascadiadaily.com
News
RON JUDD

Spreading that good holiday cheer — and other stuff

Frozen turkey tips and other insider Thanksgiving hacks
GUEST COMMENTARIES

An ounce of prevention dramatically improves health

Timely reminders for National Diabetes Awareness Month

SPORTS & REC

SOCCER

LAFC knocks out Seattle 1-0 in MLS playoffs

Golden Boot winner Denis Bouanga scores only goal
News
BASKETBALL

WWU women’s basketball clamps down Hawaii Pacific

Vikings’ defense holds Sharks to season-low 20.7% shooting
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FOOTBALL

Anacortes football advances to first-ever state title game

Seahawks down Enumclaw 34-20 to advance to 2A state championship
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FOOTBALL

Nooksack Valley suffers 2nd straight state semifinal heartbreaker

Pioneers fall to Lakeside of Nine Mile Falls, 24-23, in overtime via missed extra point
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FOOTBALL

Washington finishes perfect regular season with 24-21 win over Washington State in Apple Cup

Huskies will face Oregon in the Pac-12 championship

LIVING

RESTAURANTS

Review: The Vault Wine Bar in Blaine

Come for the wine, stay for the food
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THE BEAT GOES ON

Enjoy sounds of the season, local style

A plethora of creative holiday music options from around the region
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MUSIC

Vox Pacifica thrives under artistic leadership by Wendy Bloom

Women's choir highlights inclusion and diversity
News
MUSIC

Whatcom Chorale presents beauty through song

‘¡Feliz Navidad!’ brings ‘sparkling Latin American Christmas music’ onstage
News
THE A-LIST

Amy’s picks: Western concerts, The Snow Queen, a birthday bash and fearless films

A curated selection of happenings in Whatcom and Skagit counties