Scot Heisel
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Editor at @bellinghamherald.com in Washington. Previously all over the Pacific Northwest. Missoula native and University of Montana alum
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Great news for Pacific Northwest air travel
The new nonstop flights to the popular Pacific Northwest destination also will expand connecting flight opportunities.
Bellingham International Airport adding new nonstop flight to Portland
The new nonstop flights to the popular Pacific Northwest destination also will expand connecting flight opportunities.
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December 19, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Great news for Pacific Northwest air travel
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“We are doing everything we can to move resources as quickly as possible to individuals.”
In Whatcom County, Gov. Ferguson talks flood damage, recovery with local leaders
“We are doing everything we can to move resources as quickly as possible to individuals.”
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December 18, 2025 at 4:50 PM
“We are doing everything we can to move resources as quickly as possible to individuals.”
Last week was all about Phillip Rivers. This week is all about Puka Nacua. Seahawks are on the stealthiest SB run in NFL history.
December 18, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Last week was all about Phillip Rivers. This week is all about Puka Nacua. Seahawks are on the stealthiest SB run in NFL history.
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Officials with the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group has scheduled sessions for residents affected by the flood to request help.
2021 lessons help Whatcom Strong assist residents displaced by recent flooding
Officials with the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group has scheduled sessions for residents affected by the flood to request help.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Officials with the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group has scheduled sessions for residents affected by the flood to request help.
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The US Energy Secretary is trying to force tribes to consent to outside development on reservation lands.
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The Navajo Nation said no to a hydropower project. Trump officials want to ensure tribes can't do that again.
The U.S. Energy Secretary said allowing tribes to weigh in on energy projects on their land creates "unnecessary burdens."
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December 12, 2025 at 12:28 AM
The US Energy Secretary is trying to force tribes to consent to outside development on reservation lands.
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I understand that many in our state have experienced significant floods in the past. However, we're looking at a historic situation, expecting 2 feet higher than record flood level.
If you have instructions to evacuate from your local authorities, please evacuate.
If you have instructions to evacuate from your local authorities, please evacuate.
December 12, 2025 at 12:15 AM
I understand that many in our state have experienced significant floods in the past. However, we're looking at a historic situation, expecting 2 feet higher than record flood level.
If you have instructions to evacuate from your local authorities, please evacuate.
If you have instructions to evacuate from your local authorities, please evacuate.
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Skagit River’s up to Mount Vernon’s flood wall
December 11, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Skagit River’s up to Mount Vernon’s flood wall
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County officials estimate as many as 1,500 people could be displaced.
Ferndale prepares for floodwaters as Nooksack River nears record depth
County officials estimate as many as 1,500 people could be displaced.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
County officials estimate as many as 1,500 people could be displaced.
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Parts of 14 Washington counties are under a flood watch, the National Weather Service says.
Atmospheric river storm soaks Western Washington. See flood risks, safety tips
Parts of 14 Washington counties are under a flood watch, the National Weather Service says.
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December 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Parts of 14 Washington counties are under a flood watch, the National Weather Service says.
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Skagit County has ordered Mount Vernon and upriver communities of Hamilton, Rockport, Marblemount and Concrete to evacuate to high ground as soon as possible.
Everyone in Skagit County living in the 100-year floodplain will likely receive an evacuation notice today.
Everyone in Skagit County living in the 100-year floodplain will likely receive an evacuation notice today.
December 11, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Skagit County has ordered Mount Vernon and upriver communities of Hamilton, Rockport, Marblemount and Concrete to evacuate to high ground as soon as possible.
Everyone in Skagit County living in the 100-year floodplain will likely receive an evacuation notice today.
Everyone in Skagit County living in the 100-year floodplain will likely receive an evacuation notice today.
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Mid-afternoon update at Snoqualmie Falls. Water levels are currently at 19.4 feet, nearly a foot and a half higher than yesterday!
Tomorrow morning it will make a run at the all-time record water level #wawx
Tomorrow morning it will make a run at the all-time record water level #wawx
December 10, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Mid-afternoon update at Snoqualmie Falls. Water levels are currently at 19.4 feet, nearly a foot and a half higher than yesterday!
Tomorrow morning it will make a run at the all-time record water level #wawx
Tomorrow morning it will make a run at the all-time record water level #wawx
Whatcom County road closures
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Here are Whatcom County’s latest road closures as lowlands hit with minor flooding
Hannegan Road just outside of Lynden city limits reopened Tuesday night following a one-day closure.
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December 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Whatcom County road closures
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Preparing for flooding? Here’s where to get sandbags in Whatcom County
Free sandbags are available on a first come, first served basis at several locations in Whatcom County.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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Residents in low-lying areas of Whatcom County were bracing for a repeat of devastation from 2020 and 2021 as the rain-swollen Nooksack River appeared ready to overflow its banks early Wednesday. #GiftArticle
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Low-lying areas of Whatcom County under imminent flood threat as Nooksack rises
County Executive Satal Sidhu signed an emergency proclamation Tuesday afternoon, a step that allows agencies to provide victim assistance.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Residents in low-lying areas of Whatcom County were bracing for a repeat of devastation from 2020 and 2021 as the rain-swollen Nooksack River appeared ready to overflow its banks early Wednesday. #GiftArticle
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The river peaked below flood stage Tuesday near Nugents Corner and is expected to peak again Friday at minor flood stage.
Nooksack River flooding likely as storm’s second round targets Whatcom County
The river peaked below flood stage Tuesday near Nugents Corner and is expected to peak again Friday at minor flood stage.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:50 PM
The river peaked below flood stage Tuesday near Nugents Corner and is expected to peak again Friday at minor flood stage.
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Funds bolster Unity Care NW’s pharmacy program, while Opportunity Council helps families avoid eviction.
Local nonprofits launch 2026 Extend-A-Hand campaign to help neighbors in need
Funds bolster Unity Care NW’s pharmacy program, while Opportunity Council helps families avoid eviction.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Funds bolster Unity Care NW’s pharmacy program, while Opportunity Council helps families avoid eviction.
Authorities say Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan man who lives in Bellingham with his wife and five children, drove across the country with a plan to commit the attack.
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Suspect in D.C. National Guard shooting lives in Bellingham, officials say
A 29-year-old Afghan man who lives in Bellingham with his wife and five children was taken into custody Wednesday.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Authorities say Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan man who lives in Bellingham with his wife and five children, drove across the country with a plan to commit the attack.
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Where you can find a free meal on Thanksgiving
Free Thanksgiving meals, no questions asked, this Thursday in Whatcom County
Where you can find a free meal on Thanksgiving
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November 26, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Where you can find a free meal on Thanksgiving
Neighbor's attempt to get his dogs to stop barking is to shout "No!" repeatedly, and it's about as effective as a teen abstinence campaign.
November 21, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Neighbor's attempt to get his dogs to stop barking is to shout "No!" repeatedly, and it's about as effective as a teen abstinence campaign.
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A Western Washington resident is “very ill” after being exposed to the virus, a state health official said.
First human case of rare bird flu reported in Washington state. Are you at risk?
A Western Washington resident is “very ill” after being exposed to the virus, a state health official said.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM
A Western Washington resident is “very ill” after being exposed to the virus, a state health official said.
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“I don’t count on seeing any Canadians, to be quite frank. I think they’re on a total boycott of American businesses and U.S.-made goods.”
Are Canadians returning to Whatcom County? Latest numbers offer little solace
“I don’t count on seeing any Canadians, to be quite frank. I think they’re on a total boycott of American businesses and U.S.-made goods.”
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November 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
“I don’t count on seeing any Canadians, to be quite frank. I think they’re on a total boycott of American businesses and U.S.-made goods.”
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Autocorrect has become our worst enema.
November 19, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Autocorrect has become our worst enema.
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“The bar is named and themed after my favorite room at my grandparent’s house.”
Cozy up at ‘Bellingham’s living room,’ a new downtown bar opening soon
“The bar is named and themed after my favorite room at my grandparent’s house.”
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November 18, 2025 at 10:50 PM
“The bar is named and themed after my favorite room at my grandparent’s house.”