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Don't be a turkey and sit in traffic during the holiday. Get started on the road early, watch for wet roads and don't set the oven on fire.
What to know about traffic and weather in Bellingham ahead of the holiday | Cascadia Daily News
Expect rain, long traffic waits at the border to accompany Thanksgiving travel plans
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November 26, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Don't be a turkey and sit in traffic during the holiday. Get started on the road early, watch for wet roads and don't set the oven on fire.
Christian Casolary wears many hats in the Bellingham jazz community. Now, he's stepping out as a composer with a fantastic new album of his own music.
Organizer of FireHouse's ongoing jazz series releases album | Cascadia Daily News
Christian Casolary showcases the best of Bellingham's jazz scene on 'Heart of the Alchemist'
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November 25, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Christian Casolary wears many hats in the Bellingham jazz community. Now, he's stepping out as a composer with a fantastic new album of his own music.
The Whatcom Transportation Authority doesn't plan to renew its contract with Western in September 2026, which could change how much students pay to ride the bus.
WTA says it won’t renew bus pass contract with WWU | Cascadia Daily News
Contract ends next fall; students would then be eligible for reduced fares
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November 25, 2025 at 7:33 PM
The Whatcom Transportation Authority doesn't plan to renew its contract with Western in September 2026, which could change how much students pay to ride the bus.
Downtown Bellingham has had its share of challenges, but a renewed commitment from public and private businesses has it bouncing back strong, says the executive director of the Downtown Bellingham Partnership, in a Cascadia Daily News guest commentary.
Guest Writer: Downtown Bellingham is full of heart — feel its stronger beat | Cascadia Daily News
Tested by pressure and pain, civic core keeps bouncing back
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November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Downtown Bellingham has had its share of challenges, but a renewed commitment from public and private businesses has it bouncing back strong, says the executive director of the Downtown Bellingham Partnership, in a Cascadia Daily News guest commentary.
Female sports journalists have historically endured intimidation, threats and mind-numbing misogyny, writes CDN contributor Meri-Jo Borzilleri, a former 20-year sportswriter.
Trump’s sexism familiar to those in the world of sports | Cascadia Daily News
For female athletes and journalists, misogyny has long been part of the game
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November 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Female sports journalists have historically endured intimidation, threats and mind-numbing misogyny, writes CDN contributor Meri-Jo Borzilleri, a former 20-year sportswriter.
The town of Concrete has an unofficial greeter: A massive wooden bear statue, lovingly nicknamed Bob.
What's the Deal With: Concrete's 'Bear Square'? | Cascadia Daily News
Decades-old bear carving is now 'the most popular selfie spot in town'
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November 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The town of Concrete has an unofficial greeter: A massive wooden bear statue, lovingly nicknamed Bob.
While health providers, initiatives and programs are facing funding woes, Whatcom County’s Mental Health Court is in a “pretty good place.”
The nearly two-year-long program has helped almost 90 graduates have their charges dismissed by connecting them to mental health services.
The nearly two-year-long program has helped almost 90 graduates have their charges dismissed by connecting them to mental health services.
November 23, 2025 at 7:08 PM
While health providers, initiatives and programs are facing funding woes, Whatcom County’s Mental Health Court is in a “pretty good place.”
The nearly two-year-long program has helped almost 90 graduates have their charges dismissed by connecting them to mental health services.
The nearly two-year-long program has helped almost 90 graduates have their charges dismissed by connecting them to mental health services.
Is it a dive bar or a pie bakery? Why not both? There has been much rejoicing since Pie Dive Bar opened its third location in La Conner this September.
Review: Pie Dive Bar | Cascadia Daily News
Baked goods and booze with a view on the La Conner waterfront
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November 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Is it a dive bar or a pie bakery? Why not both? There has been much rejoicing since Pie Dive Bar opened its third location in La Conner this September.
Brecken Stockmar discovered his passion for ceramics in high school. By 21, he was the owner of Baker Creek Ceramic Studio. Now, the 24-year-old potter dedicates his time to running his studio, teaching classes and exploring his art.
Brecken Stockmar: Potter, teacher and business owner | Cascadia Daily News
CDN's weekly community profile
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November 22, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Brecken Stockmar discovered his passion for ceramics in high school. By 21, he was the owner of Baker Creek Ceramic Studio. Now, the 24-year-old potter dedicates his time to running his studio, teaching classes and exploring his art.
Downtown Bellingham's newest bar, The Den, has a few things in common with its owner's grandparents' house.
Inside downtown Bellingham's newest — and most nostalgic — community bar | Cascadia Daily News
Wild Buffalo owners' new venture, The Den, was inspired by grandparents' living room
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November 22, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Downtown Bellingham's newest bar, The Den, has a few things in common with its owner's grandparents' house.
There's an easy way to win the battle against the creeping darkness that affects upper-left-corner Pacific Northwesterners: Just stop fighting it, opines Ron Judd, CDN's executive editor and a NW native. The Big Dark is nature's way of allowing us all to get by with happily diminished expectations.
A secret solution to winning the war against the Big Dark: Stop fighting it | Cascadia Daily News
A deeply rooted NW perspective on centering oneself on a big spinning planet
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November 22, 2025 at 12:04 AM
There's an easy way to win the battle against the creeping darkness that affects upper-left-corner Pacific Northwesterners: Just stop fighting it, opines Ron Judd, CDN's executive editor and a NW native. The Big Dark is nature's way of allowing us all to get by with happily diminished expectations.
Downtown Bellingham’s 20th Century Bowl on State Street will reopen today at 5 p.m. after being closed since July 31 for repairs.
20th Century Bowl reopening doors after repairs | Cascadia Daily News
Downtown Bellingham bowling center has been closed since July 31
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November 21, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Downtown Bellingham’s 20th Century Bowl on State Street will reopen today at 5 p.m. after being closed since July 31 for repairs.
Given our region's fertile soils and abundant water, growing food is often the easy part. Harvesting takes a bit more skill.
How to harvest — and share — homegrown abundance | Cascadia Daily News
Tips for taking homegrown fruits and veggies from the garden to the Thanksgiving table
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November 21, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Given our region's fertile soils and abundant water, growing food is often the easy part. Harvesting takes a bit more skill.
Many of those gathered at an open house Thursday night in Ferndale to discuss the upcoming justice project seemed skeptical of building a new jail.
Officials field questions, criticism at Justice Project open house | Cascadia Daily News
Residents learned more about new jail and behavioral health center
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November 21, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Many of those gathered at an open house Thursday night in Ferndale to discuss the upcoming justice project seemed skeptical of building a new jail.
The Olympic Pipeline runs from the refinery at Cherry Point through Western Washington communities to Portland, Oregon. Over the years, it has been the site of spills, including one outside of Everett that was first detected on Nov. 11.
Olympic Pipeline spill outside of Everett is one of several in recent years | Cascadia Daily News
BP and Ecology have not yet determined amount of fuel released
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November 21, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The Olympic Pipeline runs from the refinery at Cherry Point through Western Washington communities to Portland, Oregon. Over the years, it has been the site of spills, including one outside of Everett that was first detected on Nov. 11.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 edition of Cascadia Daily News. Read online at replica.cascadiadaily.com/cascadia-dai... or pick up a print copy.
Federal immigration officers arrested at least two people Thursday morning in an operation in Lynden and Everson.
ICE detain at least two people in Lynden, Everson Thursday | Cascadia Daily News
Truck was found with driver's side window smashed in
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November 20, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Federal immigration officers arrested at least two people Thursday morning in an operation in Lynden and Everson.
Monica Negrila, a licensed mental health counselor and substance use disorder professional, took over Skagit County's public health department this month amid budget deficits in the millions within the department and across the county.
Stabilizing staff, core functions top priorities for Skagit's new health director | Cascadia Daily News
Monica Negrila took over an agency this November facing a $2 million deficit
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November 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Monica Negrila, a licensed mental health counselor and substance use disorder professional, took over Skagit County's public health department this month amid budget deficits in the millions within the department and across the county.
Gov. Bob Ferguson declared an emergency Wednesday to ensure enough jet fuel gets to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after a leak shut down a major fuel pipeline.
Ferguson declares emergency so SeaTac will get fuel despite pipeline leak | Cascadia Daily News
If pipeline doesn't start back up by Saturday, airport operations will be 'significantly affected'
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November 20, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Gov. Bob Ferguson declared an emergency Wednesday to ensure enough jet fuel gets to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after a leak shut down a major fuel pipeline.
Tile artist Debbie Dickinson believes everyone has the capacity to create — and that artistry and utility needn't be mutually exclusive.
Utility and beauty collide in Bellingham artist's tile works | Cascadia Daily News
Debbie Dickinson crafts intricate murals to be seen anywhere from client homes to public schools
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November 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Tile artist Debbie Dickinson believes everyone has the capacity to create — and that artistry and utility needn't be mutually exclusive.
While Washington has avoided some of the worst of polarized politics so far, the state is still hurt by increased division, said current and former state politicos at a civics seminar hosted at Western Washington University on Wednesday, Nov. 19.
While WA's politics are less polarized than most, divides exist, say top state politicos | Cascadia Daily News
Lt. Gov. Denny Heck, former secretaries of state discuss path forward at civics seminar
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November 20, 2025 at 6:17 PM
While Washington has avoided some of the worst of polarized politics so far, the state is still hurt by increased division, said current and former state politicos at a civics seminar hosted at Western Washington University on Wednesday, Nov. 19.
How will structural changes at PeaceHealth impact the quality of care and patient experience, asks guest writer and longtime PeaceHealth volunteer Bruce Hostetter.
Guest Writer: Grace, accountability needed in wake of PeaceHealth layoff disruption | Cascadia Daily News
Town hall meeting to discuss staffing is best way to retain trust in local health care
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November 20, 2025 at 5:31 PM
How will structural changes at PeaceHealth impact the quality of care and patient experience, asks guest writer and longtime PeaceHealth volunteer Bruce Hostetter.
While the lead-contaminated outdoor range at Whatcom County’s Plantation Rifle Range will remain closed for the foreseeable future, the indoor shooting range could reopen to the public by March 2026.
Plantation's indoor range could reopen to public by March, earlier for law enforcement | Cascadia Daily News
Environmental cleanup for outdoor shooting range delayed again
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November 19, 2025 at 10:27 PM
While the lead-contaminated outdoor range at Whatcom County’s Plantation Rifle Range will remain closed for the foreseeable future, the indoor shooting range could reopen to the public by March 2026.
Whatcom Chorale's upcoming performance aims to "give voice to the unbroken spirit of over 120,000 Japanese Americans who were unjustly rounded up and incarcerated."
Whatcom Chorale pays tribute to the 'unbroken spirit' of 120K Japanese Americans | Cascadia Daily News
'Lest We Forget' (Nov. 22–23) includes a reprisal of Sarah Mattox's 'Heart Mountain Suite'
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November 19, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Whatcom Chorale's upcoming performance aims to "give voice to the unbroken spirit of over 120,000 Japanese Americans who were unjustly rounded up and incarcerated."
Excelsior jaunts along the north side of 542 with a few miles of switchbacks through the forest before the trail breaks out into the alpine, showing off big views of Mount Baker (assuming it's not cloudy).
Excelsior Pass Trail easy to access — even in November | Cascadia Daily News
Exploring the outdoors in Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan and beyond
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November 19, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Excelsior jaunts along the north side of 542 with a few miles of switchbacks through the forest before the trail breaks out into the alpine, showing off big views of Mount Baker (assuming it's not cloudy).