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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bellingham's waterfront district now features the Mercy Millworks Family Housing facility, offering 83 new affordable and energy-efficient apartments with an early learning center, fully filled and accepting waitlist applications.  KISM

CRIME NEWS

  • A 43-year-old man was arrested for attempting to murder a woman near Blaine, with significant evidence recovered from the crime scene.  1170 KPUG

EDUCATION NEWS

  • John Den Hartog, from Lynden Christian High School, has been honored as Western Washington University's outstanding graduate student for 2024 in Professional Accounting.  Lynden Tribune

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The BP Cherry Point Refinery receives over $26 million to produce sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions and create 96 jobs.  KISM
  • The BP Cherry Point Refinery in Whatcom County receives over $26 million for sustainable aviation fuel production, aiming to cut U.S. greenhouse gas emissions and create 96 new jobs.  My Bellingham Now

HEALTH NEWS

  • Molina Healthcare of Washington donated $5,000 to Unity Care Northwest to support health services for 24,000 Whatcom County residents.  Lynden Tribune

EVENTS

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  • Craft a Berry Basket Necklace with Lisa Telford

    Learn the art of Northwest Coast weaving as you create a miniature berry basket necklace using traditional cedar bark with expert guidance from Lisa Telford.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Research Assistance and Library Services

    Explore valuable research support and resource access at Whatcom Community College.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Live Music Event at The Blue Room

    Experience a live recording performance by Full Color Dream at The Blue Room, with proceeds supporting local music initiatives.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • New Member Orientation at Bellingham Makerspace

    Learn about membership privileges and obligations while receiving essential information to start creating at Bellingham Makerspace.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Bellingham Public Library Board Meeting

    Attend the monthly meeting of the Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees to engage in discussions about library governance and services.

    Tue, 9/17/24

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  • Bumpin Uglies Live at Wild Buffalo House Of Music

    Experience the live performance of Bumpin Uglies, a vibrant band known for their energetic shows, at the Wild Buffalo House Of Music in Bellingham.

    Thu, 9/19/24

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  • Nancy Canyon's Book Launch: Struck - A Season on a Fire Lookout

    Celebrate the local author's new book, exploring her experiences as a fire lookout attendant in 1971 Idaho amidst personal and societal challenges.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • Community Clean-Up Day at Harriet Spanel Park

    Celebrate National Clean Up Day by helping to remove weeds, mulch, and pick up litter at Harriet Spanel Park.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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