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Special, Unique, One-of-a-Kind: Transformative Tailoring | The Town SeamstressShop

Transition in Leadership Marks New Chapter for Non-Profit | Sustainable ConnectionsLifestyle

We Stand Tall on the Shoulders of the Women Before Us | Women’s History MonthLifestyle

Hello, Yellow | La Conner Daffodil FestivalLifestyle

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Since Time Immemorial | Smak i’ya’ Matt Warbus

Since Time Immemorial is a recurring series featuring community members whose families have been here since time immemorial. The ancestral knowledge carried by Lhaq’temish, Nooksack, and other Coast Salish peoples is knowledge about how to live in our shared home in a good, life-sustaining way. We live in a time when we need to restore our relationship with Mother Earth and with one another. We are grateful for these stories, told in the words of each featured individual. Smak i’ya’…

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The Second Life of Fairhaven’s Historic Firehouse | FireHouse Arts & Events Center

In 1927, Fire Station #2 was constructed at 1314 Harris Avenue in Fairhaven. The Spanish Mission-style building was designed by local Bellingham architect Frederick Stanley Piper, who designed many historical Bellingham buildings, including the Grand…

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The Waterfront | Christine Coder Design

Designer: Christine Coder Design Builder: Moceri Construction Photographer: Kate Rhodes When I arrived at the door, she reached out, smiled, and pulled me inside—an easy, familiar gesture marking my second visit to their waterfront condo in Bellingham. Our initial meeting had been just as warm, a lively exchange of ideas that uncovered a wealth of possibility…

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The Return of a Fairhaven Favorite | Dirty Dan Harris Steakhouse

After two years of closure due to damage from the devastating Terminal Building fire of December 2023, Dirty Dan Harris Steakhouse will soon…

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A Sustainable Small-Business Sanctuary | elSage Designs

THE SHOP When you first set foot into elSage Designs’ brick-and-mortar in downtown Mount Vernon, you may already be planning your next visit. The colorful designs and high-quality art are welcoming and mesmerizing. Phoebe Carpenter Eells, the owner and artist at elSage Designs, began selling her art online around 2010, and went full-time in 2012. In the summer of 2019, elSage expanded to the large space they are in now…

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Whatcom County Invasive Species Awareness Week

From Feb. 23 to Feb. 27, Whatcom County will present its second annual Invasive Species Awareness Week. This is a very important week for…

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8 Great Tastes | February 2026

1. For a quick and delicious hot lunch, swing by Leaf & Ladle and get yourself a Seasonal Panini. It’s stuffed with thinly sliced apples, a thick layer of ham, and gooey, melted brie cheese. 2. Banh Mi & Bubble Tea might be Bellingham’s favorite food truck, and though the banh mi is delicious, you’ve got to try the Fried BBQ…

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A Taste of the Mediterranean in the Pacific Northwest | Little Ferraro Kitchen

If you came over to my house for dinner, you’d smell the menu before you ever sat down. The sizzle of garlic…

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Sharing the Tastes of Japan in Bellingham | Iki Izakaya & Bar

A fresh new Japanese dining experience is opening soon in downtown Bellingham courtesy of Bank and Aoi, the husband and wife duo behind…

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Sweetheart Spots | Dining Destinations for Every Kind of Romance

Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of discovering and sharing some of the most memorable restaurants across our region—each one with its own flavor, story, and sense of place. This collection celebrates the passion, creativity, and heart that make dining here such a special occasion. Whether it’s your first date, your forever favorite, or just a friendly night out, these local dining gems set the scene for all kinds of connection, comfort, and even a little romance. Cheers, from…

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Art is Everything and Everywhere Author/Artists | Patricia and Richard Missler

Over the years I’ve known a lot of artists. To me they fall into two broad categories: artists who keep studios away from their homes and artists who make their entire home a studio. Patricia and Richard Missler are definitely the latter. Every wall in their home displays the paintings that the couple have spent a lifetime creating. Richard prefers to work in oils whereas Patricia is more comfortable in acrylics and…

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Local Metalsmiths Craft One-of-a-Kind Jewelry

Metalsmithing is an ancient craft dating back to the Bronze Age when artists first began to forge and shape metal. When jewelers practice this ancient artform, they create intricate pieces that reflect their unique artistic vision. Two Whatcom County…