Olivia Palmer
Staff Reporter
PROFILES
Lummi artist puts finishing touches on story pole carving
Jason LaClair envisions a Whatcom County filled with Coast Salish art
SKI TO SEA
All-women Ski to Sea teams balance competitive spirit and fun
Meet The Real Housewives of Whatcom County and Ocean’s 8
COLLEGE
WWU honors nearly 200 female athletes with varsity letters at Title IX ceremony
'Back then, we didn't even know what we didn't have'
HEALTH
East Whatcom to host free wellness fair May 20
Residents can receive free immunizations, medical screenings, more
COVID-19
Health care providers adapt to end of public health emergency
COVID-19 data tracker reflects shift in reporting metrics
RECREATION
Junior Ski to Sea returns after three-year hiatus
More than 45 youth teams compete at Lake Padden
MUSIC
‘Bellingham Idol’ contestants audition for chance to win $2,500
Local singers compete in community performances at Wild Buffalo
PARKS & REC
Outdoor classroom native plant garden opens in Fairhaven
Project one step in improvements to Hundred Acre Wood
ENVIRONMENT
Ecology seeks public comment on Whatcom Waterway cleanup
Tour on May 3 educates public on site’s past and future
ENVIRONMENT
WWU students envision new life for ocean plastics
Partnership provides hands-on experience with cleanup, research
GOVERNMENT
Whatcom County Council tables food plan decision
Council seeking farmer input before voting
COMMUNITY
The RE Store celebrates 30 years with anniversary party
Community members join for an afternoon of food, music
ENVIRONMENT
Bellingham youth combat climate anxiety through action
Next generation wants a seat at the table
ENVIRONMENT
Bellingham offers Earth Day educational, volunteer opportunities
Work parties, tree plantings and more this Saturday
HOUSING
Skagit County receives $2 million in rental assistance funds
Fourth round of funding since pandemic onset intended to curb evictions
GOVERNMENT
City to lean on diversion programs if drug ordinance passes
Bellingham City Council likely to cast final vote April 10
COMMUNITY
Easter egg hunt brings families, community to Bellis Fair mall
Event fits into mall's new vision for community engagement
PARKS & REC
Birchwood Park pump track to be completed by late spring
Project led by partnership between city, Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition
COMMUNITY
Bellingham Farmers Market kicks off 31st season
Cabbage toss marks the return of weekly markets
