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Rescue crews landed a helicopter in Lake Padden Park on Tuesday, June 1, to assist a woman who was severely injured while ...
A new trail through the forest above Lake Whatcom is open for use, offering a 7-mile route below Stewart Mountain for hikers, ...
So far, 419 pounds of phosphorous are being kept out of the lake a year, or 13 percent of the goal. Bellingham City Council, the Whatcom County Council, and the Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer District ...
That's where Whatcom Wake Sports steps in. This new business, founded by Travis Wade and Sydnii Ray, has set its sights on ...
A sewer line was ruptured during construction work on the Electric Avenue bridge. An estimated 25,000-50,000 gallons of raw sewage was released into Lake Whatcom.
Local author H. Leon Greene wanted to learn more about the lake down the street from his house. Turns out it had a rich, eventful history.
Residents near Lake Whatcom wildfire get ready to flee if the flames start heading their way By Robert Mittendorf and Jack Belcher. Updated August 31, 2023 8:18 AM. A firefighting aircraft ...
A construction accident on September 11 caused a sewage spill into Lake Whatcom, releasing an estimated 25,000 to 50,000 gallons of raw sewage, according to the City of Bellingham.
WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — People living in about 10 homes near the Lake Whatcom Fire remain on standby as crews continue fighting the lightning-sparked blaze.
Lake Whatcom Park, including the popular Hertz Trail and Chanterelle Trail, was closed because of the fire, the Whatcom County Parks and Recreation Department said online.
Residents near Lake Whatcom wildfire get ready to flee if the flames start heading their way By Robert Mittendorf and Jack Belcher. Updated August 31, 2023 8:18 AM. A firefighting aircraft ...