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Loca Mocha in Sumas is built on family legacy and community spirit. Despite challenges like COVID and flooding, Nicole Sandoval expanded her shop into a welcoming space with breakfast, games, and more. Her passion for serving Sumas continues to grow! #LocaMocha #SumasWA #CommunityFirst

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Hailing from our backyard, Magenta Wave is a band with a vision that reaches far beyond local stages. Yet, despite their big dreams, their roots remain firmly planted in the community that helped shape them.

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Lynden News: Grant’s Burgers, a Lynden favorite, just spiced things up by switching to beef tallow for frying its famous fries. After a big hit at their Ferndale and Bellingham spots, the Lynden crew’s jumping on board, bringing that rich, old-school flavor to town.

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The Bellingham City Council is set to tackle a range of community-focused topics at its meetings on Monday, February 24, 2025, offering residents a chance to engage with key issues like housing, tree protection, homelessness, water conservation, and waste management.

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Faber Construction is spearheading the development of the Woburn Street Operations Center, a cutting-edge facility set to enhance the City of Bellingham’s Public Works operations.

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News: The Bellingham Police Department (BPD) showcased its commitment to road safety with an intensive traffic enforcement operation spanning Friday night into Saturday morning, February 22-23, 2025.

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Local Whatcom News: Marc Urban's Urban Outcast podcast, uploaded this week, features Lyle Sorenson, a realtor and advocate, discussing Whatcom County's rising crime, homelessness, and jail crisis. Sorenson, of Public Safety Matters, offers data-driven insights on these pressing issues.

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Whatcom Food Icons: Just minutes north of downtown Bellingham, Mi Rancho Meat Market has become a staple in Whatcom County’s Latino food scene. Offering a full-scale meat market, taqueria, bakery, and grocery store.

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Local Bellingham News: BMN volunteer reporters joined the soft opening winners for an exclusive first look at Bellingham’s newest dessert destination, enjoying sweet treats and lively conversations before the official launch.

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Lawmakers in Washington state are considering a proposal that could lead to a new state flag, igniting debate over the necessity and cost of such a change.

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Local Bellingham News: PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center is experiencing record-breaking patient volumes in its Emergency Room as the respiratory virus season intensifies.

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It appears that Jack in the Box in Lynden has shut its doors for good. The location at 8083 Guide Meridian is now listed as “Permanently Closed” on the restaurants Google Maps listing, and the company’s website states, “SORRY, THIS LOCATION NO LONGER EXISTS.”

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An 81-year-old man was found dead inside a vehicle pulled from the water at the Hamilton Park boat launch on Monday. Here is what we know so far:

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In October 2020, Miracle Jones had no business plans or goals for staying in Whatcom County. She decided it was time to move back to her hometown of LA. Miracle posted on Britslist, hoping to achieve enough gas for the drive. Little did she know the requests would never stop coming.

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The Bellingham Bulldogs have officially rebranded as the Whatcom County Vikings, continuing the legacy of semi-pro football in the area.

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Just Poké, the award-winning Pacific Northwest restaurant known for its fresh, healthy, and sustainable poké, is expanding to Bellingham with the launch of Catch by Just Poké inside Walmart at 4420 Meridian St.

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In 1906, Alma Clark etched her name into history by becoming the first Black student admitted to the New Whatcom Normal School in Bellingham (now Western Washington University). At a time when racial segregation was prevalent in education, Clark's admission was a significant stride towards equality.

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"Remember the small cities," urged Lynden Mayor Scott Korthuis, opening a Charter Review Commission meeting on local representation. He highlighted a county at a crossroads, citing rapid growth, water rights, and soaring housing costs. Article by BMN's Greg Thames.

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When you think of a market, you think of farmers' markets or flea markets. With that in mind, I wasn't looking for much, maybe something new, or possibly not find anything. - Article by BMN Volunteer Reporter Chloe Anne.

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Bellingham News: A Whatcom County Sheriff’s deputy sustained a non-life-threatening injury near Bellingham Tuesday afternoon after a firearm was accidentally discharged following the arrest of a suspect in Lynden.

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Hip-hop R&B and Music fans in Northwest Washington are in for a night of pure nostalgia as the Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center announces Hip Hop Throwback Night. Featuring an all-star lineup of Chingy, Ginuwine, and the Ying Yang Twins

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Sunday Special: Stretching across the stunning Bellingham Bay, the Boardwalk offers some of the most breathtaking, unobstructed views in the city. In my opinion, it’s more than just a walkway—it’s the heartbeat of Bellingham. Article by BMN's Fernando Gonzalez.

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The Whatcom Business Alliance (WBA) has unveiled the finalists for the 38th Annual Whatcom Business Awards, set to take place on March 27, 2025.

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Urgent Search: The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the FBI and the Lummi Nation Police Department, is actively searching for Besalynn M. James, a missing elder of the Lummi Tribal Nation who disappeared last month.

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Pickford Film Center (PFC), a beloved cornerstone of Downtown Bellingham’s arts and culture scene since 1998, is set to expand with a second location, thanks to a commercial property loan from Bank of the Pacific.

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The Whatcom Family YMCA is proud to announce that Campbell Phillips, a member of its Youth and Government (YAG) delegation, has been elected Youth Governor for Washington State’s 78th Youth Legislature.

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To celebrate this exciting expansion, El Rey is hosting a Super Bowl LIX viewing party on Sunday, February 9th. With multiple screens, game-day specials, and an electric atmosphere, the event will be a perfect blend of sports excitement and the restaurant's vibrant nightlife.

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National Sports: In a stunning move, the Miami Heat are finalizing a trade to send six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson, and a protected first-round pick.

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The National Weather Service (NWS) in Seattle has issued a cold weather advisory for parts of Western Washington, warning residents of dangerously low temperatures expected overnight.

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Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office deputies recently wrapped up two separate drug investigations in Kendall, leading to the arrest of three individuals and the confiscation of significant amounts of narcotics, cash, and illegal firearms.

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Many Latino-owned businesses in Whatcom County are closing their doors on Monday, February 3, in solidarity with the nationwide ‘A Day Without Immigrants’ strike.

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A family boating trip on Lake Whatcom inspired Bellingham’s Andrew Payne and his father to create iFloat, a waterproof, floating iPhone case, after his mother’s phone sank.

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Emergency crews are responding to a significant vehicle crash in the 6400 block of Kickerville Road. According to early reports, an iPhone crash detection system automatically alerted 911 to the incident, prompting a swift response from first responders.

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Local Bellingham News: New 9,134 SF Medical Facility Proposed for Bellingham’s Cordata Neighborhood

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Local Bellingham News: Bellingham Christian School Plans to Add Nine Portable Classrooms and Offices

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Following overwhelming customer approval, Grant’s Burgers has expanded its use of beef tallow for frying to its Bellingham location. This decision follows the successful introduction of beef tallow frying at its Ferndale restaurant earlier this week.

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A GoFundMe campaign has been launched in memory of Brandon W. Gipson, a devoted husband, father, and respected employee of Whatcom County Public Works, who tragically lost his life in a workplace accident on January 28, 2025.

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Many Bellingham Metro News readers have inquired about updates regarding the Tana Perkins Reneau case from 2023.

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An American flag that once draped a veteran's casket took center stage at the latest Whatcom County Charter Review Commission meeting, setting the tone for an emotional hour-long debate about patriotism, personal freedom, and local government traditions.

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Local Bellingham News: Expansion for International Flights: Construction is set to begin on the first phase of infrastructure improvements to facilitate commercial flights to Mexico.

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Whatcom Local News: Call to Action: "The County Executive, when asked what he thought was necessary to get the Council to pay attention to the Public Safety Crisis we face, said, "Bring 300 people..." says Public Safety Matters.

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City of Bellingham News: The City of Bellingham has finalized the purchase of 754 acres of forestland in the Lake Whatcom watershed, marking the largest acquisition in the city’s efforts to protect its primary drinking water source.

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Local Whatcom News: A fatal traffic collision involving a construction vehicle claimed the life of a 42-year-old construction worker early Tuesday morning, January 28, 2025, in Whatcom County.

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In response to a controversial decision by the Washington State House of Representatives, the Pierce County Republican Party, joined by Whatcom Republicans, has issued a call to action for a "Rally for Democracy" on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 12:00 PM

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The Bellingham Police Department (BPD) has detected unauthorized radio transmissions on their primary dispatch frequency, prompting officials to issue a formal warning.

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Breaking News: An armed robbery has been reported at the Lakeway Fred Meyer in Bellingham. According to initial reports, a suspect allegedly pulled a knife on a loss prevention officer before fleeing the scene.

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The Shoestring Circus in Bellingham got an unexpected shout-out on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" on January 24, 2025, thanks to actress Britt Lower, who joined them during her break from filming "Severance."

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Member of Lummi Nation convicted of Assault by Strangulation in FBI Investigation

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Kendall Elementary School will be closed on Monday, January 27th, following significant damage sustained from a traffic accident.

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In a significant development, the Washington State House of Representatives, led by Democrats, reportedly voted 54-33 today to eliminate a rule that has been in place since 1893

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