Whatcom Chief News Today

The resident, who is a semi-retired lawyer, has asked the court for a temporary and permanent injunction stopping the rate increases.

The last morning run from the Gooseberry Point side will be 9:50 a.m.

Whatcom County Council held only one meeting over the month of August, on August 8. The council discussed a swath of issues facing the region, and a few issues pertaining directly to Blaine, Birch …

The Whatcom Chief is scheduled to be out of service until May 21st.

The Department of Transportation awarded a $25 million grant to replace the 60-year-old Whatcom Chief ferry with a new and improved electric-hybrid ferry.

By Kathi OShea April 12, 2021 7:00 am clipart.com BELLINGHAM, Wash. — A few upcoming traffic items for county drivers: The Whatcom Chief will suspend runs to Lummi Island mid-day from 10:10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday for terminal inspection and maintenance at both ends of the run. A lane closure is planned for this Wednesday on the north side of the James Street/ Orchard intersection as the I-5 underpass project in that area kicks into gear. Next week, WSDOT will begin replacement two culverts...

By Kathi OShea December 14, 2020 7:07 am clipart.com BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Travelers may encounter delays this week due to construction and maintenance projects. Monday, Northbound I-5 near Nulle Road will be reduced to one lane overnight and on Tuesday, Southbound I-5 near the Meridian Street onramp will be reduced to one lane from 9pm to 4am. An annual inspection of the Whatcom Chief may delay or cancel the 1pm round-trip from Lummi Island on Wednesday. Work on Kellogg Road will continue thr...