NEWS IN BRIEF

News in Brief: Nov. 24 – 30, 2023

State Route 20 to close for the season Nov. 30
THE HAMMER

The Hammer, November 2023 Special Time-warp Edition

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

Open & Closed: November 2023

Longstanding Greek restaurant closing end of December
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

HOUSING

Opportunity Council to launch new rental assistance program Dec. 1

Screenings will be open for rent-burdened seniors and families with children
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ENVIRONMENT

Small sewer spill rankles tenants at Old Mill Village

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

OPINION

LETTERS

Letters to the Editor, Week of Nov. 29, 2023

Send letters, maximum 250 words, to letters@cascadiadaily.com
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GUEST COMMENTARIES

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

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

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

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

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

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

Spreading that good holiday cheer — and other stuff

Frozen turkey tips and other insider Thanksgiving hacks

SPORTS & REC

BASKETBALL

Natalie Van Liew’s 20 points helps Mount Baker top Bellingham

Mountaineers use big runs, long-range shooting to outdistance Bayhawks
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COLLEGE

State Supreme Court puts ruling that gave Oregon State, WSU control of Pac-12 on hold

Decision comes after request submitted by University of Washington; makes time for full review
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PREP/COLLEGE

Sports roundup: Prep basketball is back

Nearly half of Whatcom County's prep teams have tipped off their seasons
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OUTDOORS

One year in Juneau: Finding the best in the worst

Friends soothe the sting of facing headfirst into the rain
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HOCKEY

Blackhawks get goals from Dickinson, 3 others, top Kraken 4-3

Matty Beniers has a goal and an assist for Seattle

LIVING

COMMUNITY

Christmas trees return to state Capitol Rotunda

Rotunda spruced up for holiday joy
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COMMUNITY

From U-cut to pre-cut, where to get your live Christmas tree

Choose from farms to forests, breweries and nurseries
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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