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Briefly: Lynden and the surrounding areas in the news, Nov. 23, 2022
Gasoline prices down 12 cents in past week Average gasoline prices in Washington have fallen 12.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.59/g on Nov. 21, according to GasBuddy’s ...
With 11 ballots left to count, Sharon Shewmake ahead of Simon Sefzik for LD42 senator
By Bill Helm Editor WHATCOM — When it comes to housing, Sharon Shewmake said folks “have to do better.” “We have a lot of work to do, but the biggest thing is housing,” said ...
Highest Thanksgiving gas prices ever?!?!
Nearly 20% more Americans plan to hit the road although projected average price of $3.68 on Thanksgiving Day would break record set 10 years ago As Americans prepare to hit the road ...
Ferndale police begin safety emphasis near school zones
FERNDALE — To remind people to drive carefully near schools, Ferndale patrol officers will conduct a safety emphasis over the next couple of months. Officers will be located on or ...
Ahrenholz makes ‘strong commitment to community’
North Whatcom Fire names former captain new division chief of operations By Bill Helm Editor WHATCOM — North Whatcom Fire and Rescue announced in its November 2022 newsletter ...
Community calendar for Nov. 16, 2022
Nov 16 Flood management on Whatcom County farmland WSU Whatcom County Extension. Nov. 16 from noon-12:30 p.m. Address is 600 Dupont St., Bellingham. Also online via Zoom. Gavin Willis, ...
Briefly: Ferndale and the surrounding areas in the news, Nov. 16, 2022
Lighthouse Mission serving Thanksgiving to hundreds Lighthouse Mission Ministries in Bellingham will bring back the community aspect of its annual Thanksgiving dinner, which is offered ...
Incredible fortitude during incredible times
I never realized what an atmospheric river was until a year ago when an immense amount of rain decided to let loose on our river, our land, and then invade our homes. I had my share ...
Thankful to many for COVID-19 recovery
About a year ago I was admitted to St. Joseph Hospital with a severe case of COVID-19. At first, the doctors told me I would be hospitalized for about five days. Little did I know the ...
Micro weather zone plays role in two Birch Bay Lynden Road accidents Wednesday
By Bill Helm Editor WHATCOM — Two accidents, one with serious injuries, took place the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 16, on Birch Bay Lynden Road just west of Lynden. Shaun Ward, Division ...