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      Real or fake: The great Christmas tree debate settled

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      Real trees can’t be beaten when it comes to their beauty and environmental impact  A pine tree...
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      Holiday shopping could make or break small business during the pandemic

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      Whatcom County Council reviews plans to regulate Cherry Point Refineries

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      Environmental activists, union workers, industry representatives collaborate on the plan.  A train carrying oil passes through Ferndale,...
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      Staying healthy is essential right now, no matter the method

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      Many are turning to simple self-care practices in order to promote their own health. // Illustration by Julia Vreeman
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      First-generation graduates impacted by virtual commencement

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      By Cameron Sires Western students set to graduate in the winter and spring will experience their ceremonies virtually due...
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      Artist creates ceramic breast vases with hopes to sell online

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      Flatstick Pub plans to introduce new Bellingham location this summer

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      Western students save $44.79 on student fees

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      Board of Trustees pass 7.5% reduction for winter 2021, less than fall 2020 11.4% reduction  Students will...
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      Zoom bombing halts Shred the Contract meeting

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      The ups and downs of Zoom’s comment section

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      Cross country caps off training with time trial

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      The Western cross country team held an in-person time trial with a group of athletes to end their season
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      Whatcom County organizations continue their food drive and Thanksgiving meal services with new COVID-19 procedures

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      Thanksgiving meal services and food drives change their protocols to ensure that volunteers and guests are as safe as possible
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      Whatcom County Council reviews plans to regulate Cherry Point Refineries

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      Environmental activists, union workers, industry representatives collaborate on the plan.  A train carrying oil passes through Ferndale,...
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      New mural brightens Bellingham’s downtown

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      Local company tests Lynden wastewater for traces of COVID-19

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      Traces of COVID-19 can be found in wastewater up to two weeks before symptoms appear Oostra in...
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      Western women’s crew has won eight national titles since 2005, including 7 straight from 2005-2011 Western women's...
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      Inseparable sisters bring family atmosphere to Western volleyball

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      Calley and Camden Heilborn look to continue Diane Flick-Williams’ championship tradition  Sisters Calley and Camden Heilborn (from...
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      The last dance of Western football

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      Chronicling the last days of the Western football program Members of the WWU football team celebrate their...
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      Want to change how much you pay on student loans?

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      Study groups still happening despite remote learning

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      Thousands gather for solidarity rally in Maritime Heritage Park

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      Western’s Off Campus Living group hosts weekly Q&A sessions

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      Off Campus Living hosts virtual Q&A meetings with various campus groups. // Graphic by Julia Burns. By...
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      Work on changing systems instead of yourself

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      Clothes dryers in WWU’s Birnam Wood main laundry room.  // Photo by Sadie Fick By Sadie Fick
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      Real or fake: The great Christmas tree debate settled

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