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- by City of BellinghamIndigenous Peoples’ Day, local housing solutions, new murals, Whatcom Falls work party, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamCity Council to vote on sales tax, explore media magic at Free First Friday, Bellingham’s plan for the next 20 years advances, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamMayor introduces the 2026 proposed budget Monday, enter the We Scoop Photo Contest, don’t wait to inflate, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham.
- by City of BellinghamBellingham and B.C. city leaders gather in unity, long-awaited waterfront projects to begin, library book sale, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham.
- by City of BellinghamCity Council and the Mayor sent a letter to Langley and eight other British Columbia municipalities in May.
- by City of BellinghamLearn how to weigh in on our next 20-year plan for Bellingham, join a Parks & Recreation work party, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamWhatcom Water Week, coupons for trees, construction updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamThe City of Bellingham and HomesNOW! celebrated the official opening of North Haven Tiny Home Village Tuesday, Aug. 27.
- by City of BellinghamFind fall activities, celebrate the Salish Sea, get the latest park updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamNew rules and other City actions expected to double the amount of housing in the area.
- Yesterday afternoon we had a great tabletop exercise with City of Bellingham and Whatcom County personnel working through a wildland fire scenario. Get ready for the Great WA Shakeout on Oct 16. See our earthquake preparedness tips below.
- Whatcom County Public Works has approved a temporary three-week traffic reconfiguration on Lummi Shore Drive between Kwina Road and Haxton Way from October 13 through 31, 2025, during nighttime hours.
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for additional FSIS-inspected ready-to-eat meals produced by FreshRealm due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
- The Whatcom County Council has approved a lease for us to operate the Bellingham severe weather shelter in the same location as last winter. Hiring continues for some positions.
- Change of Value Notices for 2025 have been mailed on September 26, 2025. Washington State law requires County Assessors to appraise all properties every year.
- Whatcom Watersheds Information Network Speaker Series: Next Steps for Clean Water: Science, Tools, & Incentives for the New Drayton Harbor Total Maximum Daily Load
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for FSIS-inspected ready-to-eat meals produced by FreshRealm due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
- We are excited to announce the launch of the Whatcom Community Health Insights (WCHI) data platform, which lets community members track a range of public health data specifically about people living in Whatcom County.
- The Healthy Children’s Fund (HCF) is seeking community input on its draft 2025-2026 Implementation Plan Oct. 1-17. Feedback from community members will be incorporated into the final version of the 2025-2026 Implementation Plan.
- The change aligns with Planning & Development Services in the Northwest Annex Building to provide consistent access for customers.
- Did you receive a letter from District Court regarding a conviction on your record that is eligible to be vacated?
- Whatcom County is issuing its Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
- Residents of Whatcom County can safely and responsibly dispose of old or leftover household paint at a Free Paint Collection & Recycling Event on October 4.
- If you have any questions, contact the Ferry Division at [email protected].
- Today, we released the draft of Whatcom County’s next Homeless Housing Plan for 2026-2030.
- The bridge is scheduled to reopen to all traffic at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 19, following an 18-month closure for replacement.
- As of 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 19, the N. Lake Samish Bridge has reopened to all traffic.
- Lake Samish Park and the N. Lake Samish Bridge remain closed to all traffic, including vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- Event date: October 16, 2025 Event Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
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- Event date: October 16, 2025 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 15, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event dates: October 20, 2025 – October 24, 2025Event Time: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event dates: October 15, 2025 – October 17, 2025Event Time: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 21, 2025 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 10:30 AMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 15, 2025 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: October 21, 2025 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 509 Girard StBellingham, WA 98225
- Event dates: July 31, 2025 – October 15, 2025Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 16, 2025 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: October 16, 2025 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: October 15, 2025 Event Time: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: October 16, 2025 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 23, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: October 22, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 20, 2025 Event Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 23, 2025 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:00 PMLocation: 322 N Commercial StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 16, 2025 Event Time: 01:00 PM – 01:10 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225