Port of Bellingham announces 2027 runway closure dates
A single, month-long shutdown avoids multiple shorter closures.
Bellingham businesses seek court approval for $3,300,000 proposed settlement
The settlement would resolve a class action lawsuit.
Puget Sound Energy proposes three-year electric rate increases for businesses
Commercial rates are projected to rise 12% in 2027.
Canadian federal court dismisses Lummi Nation challenge to Roberts Bank terminal expansion
An appeal was filed with the Canadian Federal Court of Appeal on January 16, 2026.
Whatcom County top commercial real estate sales for 1Q26
The top property sold for $8,056,584.
Washington Attorney General Issues Alert on Meta Platform Investment Scams
Washington residents are urged to remain skeptical of any investment advice received through social media.
A/R alert: Whatcom County bankruptcy filings (March 2026)
Businesses need to protect themselves when a client files for bankruptcy protections.
Countryside Farm & Market applies for business licenses at CHS Northwest locations
New business licenses were applied for at locations in Ferndale and Nooksack.
Whatcom County Liquor & Cannabis License activity (March 2026)
Recent liquor and cannabis license approvals, modifications, and discontinuations.
Whatcom County Health food safety inspection activity (March 2026)
39 locations received perfect scores with no violations.
Bellingham Schools details budget reductions for 2026-27 year
It was noted that class sizes will not increase.
Blaine city council approves interim ordinance removing central business district height and parking requirements
The requirements will be eliminated during a 1-year window.
Whatcom County Hearing Examiner remands ALA Energy permits to Planning and Development Services
A calculation used by the county was found to be flawed.
WSDOT updates Whatcom County project portfolio
Projects include bridge repairs, roundabout construction and pedestrian improvements.
Washington governor signs 2026 employment legislation
New laws regulate worker privacy and wage investigation priorities.
Construction begins on Western Washington University student development center
The project will centralize student support services.
Acme building in Fairhaven sold for $2.2 million
At the time of the sale, the building was partially occupied.
250-megawatt power potential seen in Mount Baker geothermal energy
Estimates are a plant could take 15 years to establish.