Category archives: Community
Information about the community and its happenings.
Every year the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office investigates hundreds of Burglaries and Thefts. Only a small percentage of the stolen property is recovered and returned to the owner. One of the main reasons property isn’t returned is the lack of documentation. Property is recovered, but there is no way to match it with the owner. The unclaimed property goes into evidence, and eventually to auction.
When an item is stolen the information goes into a police report. Generally the more specific details about the item, the more likely it will be recovered and returned to the rightful owner ...
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Current fraud alerts and information can be found here.
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The Mt. Baker Foothills Chamber of Commerce was formed to establish relationships and community building in the east Whatcom County area of Washington State. Membership is offered to businesses as well as residents interested in the development of vitality in our community. ** Please go to the website link and view the events page for upcoming events **
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Schools included: Mount Baker High, Mount Baker Junior High, Acme Elementary, Harmony Elementary and Kendall Elementary Schools. Click here to view their site.
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This site provides information about grizzly bears – their history in the North Cascades, their status, ecology and behavior,the recovery process, bear identification and many tips for co-existing with bears and other wildlife.
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Find the sex offenders that live near you by following the instructions once at the site. **Please note** Harassment, stalking, or threatening anyone on this list likely violates your state law and is neither condoned nor encouraged.
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The mission of Families & Friends of Violent Crime Victims is to support and advocate for victims of crime, adult missing persons, and their loved ones, and to provide education about victims' rights and services. 24 HOUR CRISIS LINE 1-800-346-7555
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Locations for dropping off old electronics for recycling. Computers, computer monitors, laptops and televisions are accepted at no charge. Call 1-800-732-9253
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Our goal is to help people learn to become self-sufficient.We offer a broad scope of services that range from addressing immediate and crisis-oriented needs (food, emergency shelter, eviction-prevention) to longer-term programs that promote self-sufficiency in our community (early childhood education, home weatherization).
Mission Statement: The Opportunity Council is a private, non–profit human service organization that acts as a catalyst for positive change, both in the community and in the lives of the people it serves. Read more...
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Valuable information regarding the prevention of the abuse and neglect of children:
Tips for intervention, Online Child Safety Guide "Keeping Your Baby Safe", Understanding Child Neglect: Resources for Citizens and many other articles too numerous to mention.
Click here to find the resources you need.
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