Cascadia Daily News

The owner of a Whatcom County animal rescue organization, who is accused of abusing dozens of dogs in her care, pleaded not guilty today.

Voters in Mount Vernon will vote in February on a new capital facilities levy intended to improve outdoor athletic facilities in the district.

Books by Washington state author Donna Barba Higuera explore themes of friendship and true character.

The firm that now controls Homestead Farms Golf Course in Lynden has tried to curtail what it calls “misinformation, rumors and hearsay” swirling online and in Lynden City Hall about the beleaguered subdivision’s official ownership.

Do you know which local legislative race is shaping up to be one of the state's most expensive? Test your knowledge of this week's news in CDN's weekly news quiz.

When Bellingham sweeps homeless encampments, it isn't doing enough to provide an alternative place for people to go, write two social workers in a CDN guest commentary.

What is girthy, sun-kissed, and a seasonal treat for the palate and the eye?

The road to Artist Point is officially closed for the season after a snowstorm this weekend.

In June 2025, Oceana Hayes' faith in the Whatcom County Prosecutor’s Office handling of her case was withering. She was plagued by a question that many survivors of sexual assault grapple with: What did I do wrong?

Ashuri is bringing the warmth and ease of Turkish hospitality to our corner of the Pacific Northwest.

Lynden Christian backup quarterback Kellen Blankers stepped up to score three touchdowns, and the Lyncs claimed sole possession of first place in the 1A Northwest Conference with a 21-14 victory over Mount Baker at home Friday night.

Southbound Interstate 5 near Slater Road (milepost 260) is fully blocked after a police chase ended in a PIT maneuver around 6 p.m. Friday night.

A 140-foot-long public kayak dock and pocket beach are currently being built in Fairhaven and will be ready for use in early 2027.

A Blaine High School student is facing two third-degree rape charges regarding incidents that allegedly happened on high school grounds in the 2024-25 school year.

“Shadow cast” productions of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” have been around nearly as long as the 1975 movie itself. Only one is playing in Skagit County. One Night Entertainment, an entertainment company based in Mount Vernon, is debuting a brand-new staging at the Lincoln Theatre.

Driving down Nooksack Road in Everson, you'll come across a witch display. Across from the witch and down a short drive is an array of giant pumpkins, squashes and less than giant sized pumpkins available for the public this October. The catch? The farm does not advertise and is word of mouth only.

Playing sports with other generations can be difficult. But Lynden Skateway and Skagit Skate offer inline speed skating teams that provide competitions, camaraderie, and mentorship for all ages at their rinks.

The most expensive election for Supreme Court positions has devolved into naked partisanship that undermines the credibility of the high court.

The owner of a popular animal rescue in Whatcom County was arrested Friday morning after she was accused of animal cruelty. A warrant had been out for her arrest since early October.

Journalists are used to upsetting stories, but at least these are fictional. CDN staff curated a list of recommendations for Halloween month.

Bellingham police don't expect foul play after a body was found in the Sehome Hill Arboretum Thursday night.

Immigration lawyers in Whatcom and Skagit counties are bracing for an onslaught of new cases as deportation efforts ramp up at the Canadian border.

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Blaine City Council will hold a public hearing Oct. 26 on battery energy storage systems and data centers in the city, and the City of Sumas will present Oct. 29 on strategies and actions to reduce flood risk in Sumas.

Ferndale is on the verge of winning the 3A Northwest Conference title, with a strong winning streak. The Golden Eagles hope to inch closer to a league title with a victory against Sedro-Woolley on Oct. 27.

Projects to expand border crossings in Sumas and Lynden are now 'TBD.' Rep. Rick Larsen and Sen. Patty Murray want the federal government to prioritize the projects despite escalating costs.

CDN’s haunted highlights for Halloween week span standard trick-or-treating fare and parties for a grown-up crowd.

The race for the 42nd Legislative District Senate seat is on track to be one of the most expensive races in the state.

Even in late October — believe it or not — some happenings are still (allegedly) free of hauntings.

Lynden teachers reached a tentative agreement with the school district on Wednesday night, likely averting a strike planned for next week.

The Port of Bellingham is getting ready to tighten its proverbial belt as economic headwinds and rising inflation are starting to hit the governmental body's budget.

Squires Lake Park is an easily accessed but under-the-radar gem that straddles the Whatcom-Skagit county line.

A Bellingham transplant from Seattle writes in CDN's letters to the editor that he's seen this before: A city offloads its fire department to free up funds for other needs, but leaves taxpayers to pay the bill. Also, readers weigh in on the election and the proposal to close two Bellingham schools.

Bellingham author Royce Buckingham wants to give the monster hiding under your childhood bed legal representation. But he also wants his readers to know the most mundane objects can make for a terrifyingly funny monster.

A long-planned sewer project that would have ushered in new industrial and residential development in Ferndale has been put on hold due to the city council's concerns about the city's financial situation.

Three candidates have been shortlisted to be president of Skagit Valley College, the college’s board announced Tuesday.

A Canadian woman who was recently detained by U.S. border agents and questioned about her voting history, died at her home in Point Roberts on Sunday. She was scared to cross the border and risk deportation or being detained again, those who knew her say.

Dawson Hintz is planning to play basketball in college after he graduates this spring. But the Lynden Christian senior wanted one final shot as the football team's starting quarterback, something he's dreamed of since second grade.

Music columnist Jesse Stanton had too many picks for Halloween night to choose just one, but recommends the venue Karate Church "for something a little off the beaten track."

Since 2014, 'The Real Food Show' has toured local elementary schools, teaching kids the importance of healthy eating and exercise through juggling and acrobatics.

A planned pipeline from Alberta, Canada's oil sands to a Vancouver, B.C. terminal, is facing opposition from tribal nations, environmentalists and some state officials in Washington state, over concerns that supertankers could pose a threat to fishing grounds, the Washington State Standard reports.

Cascadia Daily Life: Although younger generations are now larger than the group of Americans over age 55, those older generations register and vote in much larger numbers.

Professional staff at Skagit Valley College filed to unionize on Friday, seeking a "collective voice" at the bargaining table for their workers.

That towering ship docked in Bellingham is one of six in the country and was involved in the Gulf War.

Think high culture is just for grown-ups? Think again. These Bellingham cultural institutions offer orchestral concerts and plays to some of Whatcom County's youngest residents.

What's the state's role in healthcare? Candidates for the 40th and 42nd Legislative Districts have ideas on much-discussed "affordable" and "accessible" healthcare that offer insight.

In a CDN guest commentary, a parent of two Bellingham Public Schools students, asks why the school district didn't see declining enrollment and other challenges prior to its request to voters for a $122 million bond in 2022 for major school renovation projects as it now looks to close two schools.