Section: Local

In line with Inslee’s Stay At Home order, the City of Bellingham is reminding park users to follow guidelines and avoid contact with other people at the parks so they can stay open

University President Sabah Randhawa says he is encouraged by recent reports that revised their COVID-19 death toll estimate to a lower number

Seattle-based Sea-Mar Community Health Center, with local clinics in Bellingham, Everson and Mount Vernon, will receive $4.8 million in funding while Unity Care Northwest in Bellingham will receive over $875,000

Whatcom Unified Command says since early March, local organizations and community members have been working to provide essential personal protective equipment, or PPE, to healthcare workers and first responders throughout the county

Interim Public Works Director Eric Johnston says active construction on projects that have a clear public benefit and meet exceptions outlined in the order can resume beginning this week

They’re using 3D printers to make masks for essential workers

The selection committee is looking for student-centered artwork that is welcoming, uplifting, and connects to the purpose of the Learning Commons as a place for student support

The Northwest Clean Air Agency is urging people to avoid burning material outdoors in Island, Skagit, and Whatcom counties due to deteriorating air quality

The theater’s board of directors appointed John Purdie to take over following the retirement of Brad Burdick, who’s been at the helm for 23 years

The Bridge Community Hope Center says that since the coronavirus outbreak led to the closure of restaurants, their food supply has been challenged so they are seeking donations of Easter hams, pies, and side dishes by noon on Good Friday