Whatcom Word, the word of Whatcom
- by City of BellinghamFair Housing Month, Earth Day, trail changes at Maritime Heritage, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamUpcoming road work, feedback on parks and rec plans and Downtown safety, spring/summer playbook, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamThe future of Civic, landslide traffic impacts, free reservations at Maritime Heritage Park, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamEarth Day events, salmon send-off, the future of public safety funding, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamSt. Patrick’s Day festivities, Javier Zamora livestream, Old Town construction, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamAMA with the mayor, how to identify BPD, WTA survey, new beach, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamGood salmon news, open houses, senior affordable living progress, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamMore than 30 years after it was first envisioned, new trail turns Sunset Pond into a regional park destination for recreation, nature, and neighborhood connection.
- by City of BellinghamLakeside sauna, Sunset Pond loop, construction updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamVideo update highlights 2025 progress and 2026 priorities
- With longer days, warmer weather, and more people outdoors and dining on the go, Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) encourages residents and visitors to support local food vendors with valid permits.
- Sunny and warm again today, with some clouds staring to move in Friday. A system moves in Friday overnight with a bit of rain for the weekend. See Mt. Baker on a clear day? Volcano awareness information below.
- UPDATE: Ferry dry dock has been postponed to fall 2026.
- Any existing vehicles must be removed prior to Wednesday, April 8, or be subject to towing.
- UPDATE: Ferry dry dock has been postponed to fall 2026.
- The selected shipyard has notified the County that it will not be able to meet the required project schedule due to significant delays on its end.
- Sunny and warm through Friday when a system moves in overnight with rain. See Mt. Baker on a clear day? Volcano awareness information below.
- Work will occur between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. each day, with one lane closed. Flaggers will direct alternating traffic through a single lane.
- Whatcom County Public Works has completed emergency shoulder repair work on Everson Goshen Road, and the road is now open to all traffic.
- UPDATE (April 7): This work has been completed ahead of schedule, and the road is open to all traffic. The planned closure through April 10 is no longer in effect.
- Many of these advisories are long-term and will remain posted until conditions change. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and follow posted signage.
- The updated Approved Coordinated Water System Plan has received final approval from the Washington State Department of Health, and the update process is now complete.
- Summer Severe Weather Shelter Activation Uncertain
- All events will be held at the Lummi Island Ferry Office (island-side terminal).
- Residents of Whatcom County can safely and responsibly dispose of old or leftover household paint at a Free Paint Collection & Recycling Event. The event will take place on Saturday, May 2, in Lynden.
- The Whatcom County Superior Court announced in open court on March 9, 2026, that the deadline for all Water Resources Area (WRIA) 1 water users to file their adjudication court claim form is June 1, 2027.
- Please join us for the second Community Engagement Workshop for the Justice Project on Thursday, March 19th from 6PM to 8PM at the Lynden City Annex Chamber, 205 4th Street, Lynden, WA.
- Whatcom County has entered into a tentative agreement to purchase a property on Hannegan Road in Bellingham as an alternative site for the new jail.
- APRIL 1, 2026 — The County is proud to debut its first AI holographic tour guide at the newly reopened Hovander Park.
- Please note that while punch card sales are typically held on the first Wednesday of each month, April’s sale will take place on the second Wednesday to avoid overlapping with the bi-monthly terminal maintenance outage.
- Event date: April 13, 2026 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMLocation: 509 Girard StreetBellingham, WA 98225Description:Hybrid – Zoom and In person
- Event date: April 21, 2026 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 10:30 AMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 20, 2026 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 10:30 AMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 17, 2026 Event Time: 12:30 PM – 01:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 21, 2026 Event Time: 05:40 AM – 02:40 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 15, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: April 15, 2026 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 322 N Commercial StreetBottom FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: April 16, 2026 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 16, 2026 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 22, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 05:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: April 20, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: April 21, 2026 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 110 Unity StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 13, 2026 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Deadline to register or update your registration online or by mail for the April 28 Special ElectionEvent date: April 20, 2026 Event Time: 04:29 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: April 16, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: April 23, 2026 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:00 PMLocation: 322 N Commercial StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 23, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: April 15, 2026 Event Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: April 14, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225