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COUNTRY LIFE: Benchmark down 8 cents from June 2024
MIELKE MARKET By Lee Mielke The farm benchmark milk price took a temporary step backwards in July on a slightly lower cheese price. The Agriculture Department announced the July Federal ...
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UPDATE: I-5 collision leaves one dead, three others injured
By Bill Helm Editor FERNDALE — A two-vehicle accident in the early hours of Friday morning resulted in one man dead and three other people injured. The accident occurred at 2:38 a.m. ...
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Five people arrested, 70 pounds of drugs seized
Whatcom Gang and Drug Task Force investigates drug trafficking organization Staff Reports WHATCOM — This year, the Whatcom Gang and Drug Task Force (WGDTF) has investigated a drug ...
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COUNTRY LIFE: For the well-being of garden and soul
IN BLOOM By David Vos With the screams of kids enjoying carnival rides and the wafting smells of fried foods, the telltale signs of the Northwest Washington Fair can mean only one thing: ...
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SEYMOUR SAYS: Here’s to another six months
This month marks half a year since I first arrived in Whatcom County and began working for the Lynden Tribune and Ferndale Record. It’s hard to believe. It feels like only yesterday ...
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GUEST OPINION: Uphold Title IX original intent
As a proud father of two girls, we must honor our daughters by ensuring fairness in women’s sports. Over the past 120 years, women have made significant strides, from gaining the ...
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Letters to the Editor: Aug. 14, 2024
Letter: Fire Levy Lid Lift fails Editor, During the August primary election, North Whatcom Fire and Rescue asked voters for a fire levy lid lift. While the outcome was not as we had ...
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Whatcom County News Briefs: Aug. 14, 2024
WCSO arrests Blaine man after 7-hour standoff WHATCOM — On Aug. 2, Whatcom County Sherriff’s deputies received a report regarding an alleged assault involving Tristen Alexander, ...
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Community calendar for Aug. 14, 2024
Second Tuesday of each month Whatcom DBSA support group (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7-9 p.m. at the Chestnut Professional ...
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Owen’s Day in the Dirt celebrates life of Ferndale boy
By Luke Seymour Staff Reporter FERNDALE — On Aug. 18, Hannegan Speedway will hold Owen’s Day in the Dirt. The memorial event will be held in honor of the life and memory of Owen ...