Whatcom Word, the word of Whatcom
- by City of BellinghamPedestrian and bike improvements, City budget overview, dog photo contest, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamRoad work, Sister City celebration, volunteer opportunities, and affordable housing progress: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamThe incentive reduces regulatory barriers and streamlines permit approvals for qualifying low-income housing projects.
- by City of BellinghamNew resources make it easier for those considering developing ADUs or middle housing.
- by City of BellinghamThe role was a key commitment in Mayor Kim Lund’s Executive Order on Advancing Economic Opportunity
- by City of BellinghamFire Department urges community members to continue exercising caution.
- by City of BellinghamComment now on our report that shows how spending aligns with goals for affordable housing and shelter, first-time homebuyers, community facilities, human and social services, and other housing services.
- by City of BellinghamThe official Bird of Bellingham, downtown parking changes, construction updates, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamFree First Friday, Police K9s, construction updates, We Scoop Photo Contest, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamOn August 24, 2026, the City appointed its first ever limited-term Landlord and Tenant Advisory Work Group to create more opportunities to hear from people who rent and people who manage rentals.
- The 2026 Change of Value Notices were mailed September 25, 2026
- Small craft advisory today. Rain showers for today with some wind. The weekend looks to be dry and partly sunny Saturday and sunny Sunday. Visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips. Stage 1 burn ban still in place, recreational fires allowed.
- The closure originally scheduled through October 2 has ended early.
- Cloudy today with rain moving in late in the day and continuing into tomorrow morning. The weekend currently is looking to be dry and partly sunny. Visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips. Stage 1 burn ban still in place, recreational fires allowed.
- Whatcom County will host a Flood Preparedness Week Oct. 12- 16, 2026.
- Starting October 6, the Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed on the first Tuesday of January, April, July, & October.
- After some morning showers we should be partly sunny today. Should be dry through tomorrow when rain moves in late in the day. Visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips. Stage 1 burn ban still in place, recreational fires allowed.
- The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, to inspect and maintain the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
- All events will be held at the Lummi Island Ferry Office (island-side terminal).
- Fresh-pressed apple cider is a favorite fall tradition in Whatcom County. Apple cider that has NOT been pasteurized can carry harmful bacteria that can make people sick. We recommend the following safety steps to keep your cider-making safe and fun.
- Whatcom County residents and businesses can now safely dispose of old or leftover household paint for free at our upcoming Paint Collection & Recycling Event.
- The agreement moves the long-planned replacement of the 64-year-old Whatcom Chief closer to construction.
- An Air Quality Alert and Heat Advisory are in effect for Whatcom County. Wildfire smoke from Canada may reach unhealthy levels this week, and temperatures are expected to reach near 90 degrees in parts of the county Wednesday and Thursday.
- Public Utility District No. 1 of Whatcom County (PUD) is replacing a deteriorating water transmission pipeline in western Whatcom County. The project will require intermittent closures and traffic restrictions.
- Whatcom County Fire Marshal's Office is reducing the active Burn Ban from Stage 2 to Stage 1 which will allow for recreational fires beginning Friday September 11 at 8:00am
- Starting next week, Whatcom County Council meeting days will look a little different . . .
- The Whatcom Chief will depart for dry dock on Saturday, September 12, 2026. We anticipate the ferry will return to its regular schedule on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
- We are working with state health officials investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Bovismorbificans linked to broccoli sprouts produced by Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLC of Idaho.
- Event date: September 28, 2026 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 110 Unity StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 28, 2026 Event Time: 03:30 PM – 05:00 PMLocation: 509 Girard StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 7, 2026 Event Time: 05:40 AM – 02:40 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 30, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand AveBellingham, WA 98225Description:Learn more about the operations and budget of your county government at the second annual Whatcom County Open House on September 30th from 6:00PM to 7:30PM in the County Courthouse. Staff from across county departments and elected offices will […]
- Event date: October 7, 2026 Event Time: 05:00 PM – 07:00 PMLocation: 1530 E Bakerview RdBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: October 1, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PMLocation: 1145 E Sunset DrBellingham, WA 98226
- Event dates: September 12, 2026 – October 4, 2026Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 8, 2026 Event Time: 03:30 PM – 05:00 PMLocation: 322 N Commercial StreetBottom FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: October 6, 2026 Event Time: 04:00 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: October 8, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: October 7, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 8, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 10:00 AMLocation: 110 Unity StreetWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 6, 2026 Event Time: 01:00 PM – 11:59 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: October 6, 2026 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 29, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225