City of Ferndale holds open house to update community on project improvements
FERNDALE — It was standing room only for the Ferndale School Board meeting on April 29 after misinformation spread regarding the fate of the music department at the middle school level.
Old timey education for area’s students
Ferndale Community Coalition members return from trip to Iceland
Ferndale Chamber of Commerce bring back awards gala
Opening Day tradition
Terry Bosman, known as ‘Hayshaker,’ is 80 and still shakin’ hay, will celebrate his 80th birthday at an open house at 4 p.m. May 10 with family and friends at 9097 Van Buren Road, Everson. Food and beverages will be provided. Terry was born in Bellingham on May 8, 1945 to Shorty and Ruth Bos…
Donald Jay Snapper of Bellingham passed into his Savior’s arms on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Old timey education for area’s students
Through June 30
LYNDEN — Recently, the Lynden School District wrote two letters to request a directed investigation into Washington State’s noncompliance with Title IX.
WHATCOM — Two of the three unions at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham have given notice that they will go on a five-day strike starting May 12.
Kindness can change lives one donation at a time
WHATCOM — Track and field athletes from Lynden and Meridian posted strong performances during last week’s Northwest Conference meets held at Civic Stadium and Mount Baker High School. Multiple individuals and relay squads recorded top-three finishes, with Lynden sweeping the boys and girls t…
Annette Lyon’s ‘dedication to our students and families was deeply appreciated’
LYNDEN — The Lynden City Council posed questions to staff regarding the latecomer agreement for the $1.1 million sewer project along the Guide Meridian Road during its meeting Monday, May 5.
Undefeated seasons from Hailey and Avery Brooks, along with Rilanna Newcomb’s leadership, have helped fuel the Lions’ success
Success of last year’s inaugural event led to this year’s event
Many hands make light work
WHATCOM — On March 22, the Thunderbirds 4-H Club had our annual Fly-In Fit and Show competition in Bellingham.
Man arrested for arson, burglary
LYNDEN — During their April 21 meeting, the Lynden City Council learned about the fate of the funding the city had previously received from the Transportation Improvement Board.
City teams up with Habitat for Humanity
Ferndale Community Coalition members return from trip to Iceland
Ferndale Chamber of Commerce bring back awards gala
Opening Day tradition
School district misses 60% supermajority needed for approval
Greg Sund creates lasting change
Is Washington State not compliant with Title IX?
LYNDEN — Public safety was a theme for the start of the Lynden City Council meeting on April 21.
FERNDALE
Donald Jay Snapper, age 86, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, in Bellingham. His memorial service will be held at Hope In Christ Church, 710 E Sunset Drive, Bellingham, on Saturday, May 3 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Scott Roberts officiating.
Cora Winterberg went home peacefully to be with her Heavenly Father on April 14, 2025, where she is singing with pure joy.
Our Mom, Claudia Jane Hohmann, was an amazing Mom, Gma, GeeGee, Wife, Sister and Friend, touching the lives of many.
Patricia Sue Assink passed away on April 23, 2025, at her home in Everson. Pat was born on Feb. 14, 1944, to Norman and Ethel Freeman in Sedro-Woolley. The family moved to Whatcom County when Pat was about 14. She graduated from Meridian High School. It was there she met the love of her li…
Shirley Anderson left April 14, 2025 to be with our Heavenly Father. She was a busy little lady. Over the years she enjoyed cake decorating and being a homemaker, along with her church activities, book club and backpack buddies.
Carol Jean Larsen was born Oct. 4, 1951, in Bellingham to parents Erik Theodore “Ted” Larsen and Frances Zender/Larsen/Holm and spent most of her life in Deming. Carol passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Bellingham.
Jane Frances Scholten, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, at the Christian Health Care Center. Jane was born to Jim and Fannie Bajema of Lynden on Christmas Eve 1937. She grew up on a farm on Trapline Road along with her siblings Sherm, Sylvia and Glen.
Ronald Magnus Pearson of Bellingham, age 86, son of Hazel and Alfons Pearson, passed away on Nov. 14, 2024 from natural causes.
Patricia (known as Trisha) Carol Mattsen, 79, of Lynden, died on April 20, 2025. After suffering a stroke in her home during the night of April 17, her final days were spent surrounded by family who had time to travel to be by her side. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
LYNDEN — Lynden Christian softball appears to be finding its best form with the postseason on the horizon.
WHATCOM — The Eason Invitational, held on April 26 at Snohomish High School, showcased top performances from local schools, including Lynden Christian, Mount Baker, Meridian and Ferndale.
LYNDEN — After three decades, Lynden Christian junior varsity boys basketball coach Brian Sipma is stepping away from the sidelines.
BELLINGHAM — A year after reaching the 1A state championship game, Meridian baseball is experiencing a different journey in the 2025 regular season.
Jerimy Saldivar steps into head coaching role at LC as daughter Evelyn prepares for college career after leading Lynden in scoring
OLYMPIA — Democrats have their work cut out for them this session as Gov. Bob Ferguson and the Republicans continue to oppose tax increases in the operating budgets.
FERNDALE — Whether you are looking to learn something new, wanting ideas for a home garden or just wanting to go on a nice stroll, the Hovander Demonstration Gardens have something for everyone.
Q&A for prospective Ferndale School Board members
EVERSON — The Nooksack Valley School Board had good news for taxpayers in the district during its April 17 meeting – it refunded the 2015 bond passed to build the middle school, saving taxpayers about $1.6 million.
People step forward
Linda Wyckoff Aldrich, age 85, slipped away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, and arrived in heaven hearing “Well done good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your Lord.”
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jon Patrick Miller on Dec. 31, 2024.
Stanton Seymour Stuurmans passed away on April 14, 2025, at his home in Lynden.
Christopher Michael Renner went home to be with his Lord on April 11, 2025. He was born on Sept. 23, 1970 in Renton.
Latest News
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