Lisa_McShane

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Voters give mixed message on Bellingham coal port plan

Posted Tue, Nov 8, 11:36 p.m.

From my perspective, I see a similar message from the two likely winners: good government. Both Kelli and Jack propose that our local governments follow the rule of law in dealing with this project. I see that as a good thing. While Ericksen put forward vocal support and Pike put ...

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Cherry Point's coal debate: new fight on a site with stormy history

Posted Fri, Oct 28, 10:44 a.m.

Bob, Good article, thanks for this. I remember following this issue closely in the late '70's as a UW college student from eastern Washington. While herring stocks have declined, Cherry Point is still home to remarkable and productive shorelines and the last truly viable fishery for local tribes. A coal ...

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Disaster leads to chance for giant park in Whatcom County

Posted Sun, Dec 13, 9:48 p.m.

Snoqualman - the diversion dam on the middle fork of the Nooksack was put in place to provide the additional water that Georgia-Pacific required. That need is gone. This antiquated diversion dam was damaged in a flood a couple of years ago and seems not to have been repaired. Prior ...

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Disaster leads to chance for giant park in Whatcom County

Posted Sat, Dec 12, 3:31 p.m.

This will be a remarkable park once completed and is also part of a swath of undeveloped lands that stretch from the coast to Mt. Baker. Once the trail is connected, this will be an incredible low elevation, nearly year-round hiking experience. In addition to the great benefits to people, ...

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