Section: Local

The Public Works Department says “there’s no such thing as a flushable wipe,” and interim director Eric Johnston says they clog up the waste system

The patient is a woman in her 40s and is self-isolating at home

Superintendent Greg Baker says schools are practicing social distancing, encouraging staff and students to stay home if they’re sick and following CDC guidelines on hygiene and cleanliness

The Skagit and Island County Home & Garden Show, the Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and the Spring Craft & Antique Show in Lynden are among the events cancelled in Whatcom and Skagit counties

The Whatcom County Council on Aging says the centers in Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden and Blaine close March 12, with Everson, Sumas, Point Robers and Welcome seniors programs closing Monday, March 16

The Parks and Recreation Department says all instructional programs and recreational and open swim times are cancelled and most sports leagues and other events curtailed through April

Mayor Seth Fleetwood has directed City departments and the Bellingham Office of Emergency Management to institute changes to City operations

SEATTLE, Wash. — Gov. Jay Inslee imposed a ban on public gatherings and events […]

The Employment Security Department reports employment dropped by almost 2,000 jobs in the new year compared to December, growing to 5.5% from December’s rate of 4.8%

Bloodworks Northwest says the supply is at risk of collapse in coming days because of a growing number of blood drive cancellations amid the coronavirus outbreak