Two Island Nations, One Salish Sea | Hands Across the Water

When borders divide, communities can choose to sail toward each other. On a weekend in Sept. 2025, a flotilla of boats carrying roughly 100 Americans crossed the Salish Sea from Orcas Island, Washington, to Salt Spring Island, British Columbia—two islands separated by a national border but connected by tides, ferry routes, and the kind of neighborliness that doesn’t require a passport to feel….

Multicultural Recipes

I created my recipe blog, The Little Ferraro Kitchen, nearly 10 years ago to share my love for world cuisine and to share my diverse cultural background. All of the places I’ve lived constantly inspire me in the kitchen and I like to showcase that…

Let There Be Light

Purchasing a home in Bellingham or the surrounding counties has been tricky this past year. With inventory low, prices high, and selling time fast, you’ve got to be quick on your feet, make snap decisions, and have a vision!  This home was charming…with the exception of the kitchen, but my clients were able to see past it….

A Forever Home in Semiahmoo

Although they had done a couple of home remodels, building a home from the ground up was a new experience for Sue and Alec Berkman.  Even before finding the perfect lot on the Semiahmoo golf course, they had a good idea of the feel they wanted to capture.  Early on, the Berkmans knew they were not going…

The Mixing Tin: Jade Maiden

If you need an antidote to the winter blues, the Jade Maiden is just what the doctor ordered.

Yes In A Dress

Q&A with Ashley Fullenwider, owner of local activewear brand Nuu-Muu

A Haven for Music In Downtown Bellingham

Music lovers of all stripes are sure to feel at home at Black Noise Records. This new addition to downtown Bellingham buys, sells, and trades vinyl– but you don’t have to be a seasoned collector to appreciate what they have to offer.   “If you’re trying to get into record collecting, our store is great because there’s something for everybody,” says founder and co-owner Nico Sanchez. “There’s titles that anybody in any demographic can enjoy.”  Nico is also a producer and musician, and he…

Connect Family Chiropractic

Andrew Murry remembers how normal it was to get adjustments at Christmas and Thanksgiving. By 16, he knew he wanted to be a chiropractor–the eighth chiropractor in his family.  Over a decade ago at Sehome High School, Andrew met Sammy. His aunt became Sammy’s chiropractor, and Sammy became chiropractic’s “number one fan.” After graduating, Andrew studied kinesiology at Western Washington University while Sammy studied English at various schools. Then, they moved all the way…