Eric Wilkinson

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Decision over Bellingham bridge replacement could oust homeowners

City officials said it may be more cost-effective to buy homeowners out rather than build a permanent bridge. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — The neighborhood bridge crossing Chuckanut Creek on the southern outskirts...

Dog seriously sickened after ingesting common cancer treatment

The Whidbey Island family is pushing for changes to medicines that can be harmful to dogs. WHIDBEY ISLAND STATION, Wash. — Sugar, a rambunctious black lab, is a sweet dog.  ...

The newest weapon in fight against fentanyl has four legs and a snout

Law enforcement in Bellingham, Whatcom County, Lake Stevens, Marysville and Anacortes have fentanyl sniffing dogs on duty. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Bellingham Police K9 Rudy is a veteran of police work, but...

Two minimum wage initiatives on the ballot for Everett voters

One of the initiatives would allow employers to count tips toward the new minimum wage. EVERETT, Wash. — Businesses and their employees are struggling right now. Dealing with the...

Small town fights to keep only newspaper from folding

The La Conner Weekly is believed to be the longest-continuously published weekly newspaper in the state. LA CONNER, Wash. — The La Conner Weekly News traces its roots back 145 years...

Medical emergency exposes ferry concerns on Guemes Island

A woman had to be airlifted to the hospital because a ferry wasn't available. SKAGIT COUNTY, Wash. — The normal Guemes Island ferry was out of service Wednesday, meaning only foot...

Two historic homes in Monroe could be yours for free, but you have to act quickly

Neighbors are scrambling to save two century-old houses in Monroe. The owner is giving them away for free, but you have to pay to move them. MONROE, Wash. — They're a...

Edmonds facing potential layoffs, furloughs and tax hikes

The city is grappling with a $13 million budget deficit. EDMONDS, Wash. — It was a gloomy fall day on the Edmonds waterfront, Friday, with the clouds of a multi-million-dollar budget...

Eric Wilkinson

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