Whatcom Word, the word of Whatcom
- 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.
- by City of BellinghamWhatcom Water Week, new rental protections, salmon season, Fall Parks Playbook, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamOn August 24, Bellingham City Council approved a resolution to adjust Bellingham’s land use permit fees. The minor fee increases go into effect October 1, 2026.
- by City of BellinghamBellingham City Council gives final approval for updated rental protections.
- 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.
- 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 rest of this week is looking sunny and warm through the weekend for a possible last splash of summer weather. County-wide stage 1 burn ban is in effect, recreational fires allowed. See our WhatcomReady Facebook for preparedness tips.
- 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 Public Works will close Gillies Road at Bridge 309, between Alm Road and Lindsay Road, daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., September 21 – October 2.
- Mostly cloudy with possible drizzle at times, but clearing in the afternoon/evening. The rest of the week is looking sunny and warm. County-wide stage 1 burn ban is in effect, recreational fires allowed. WhatcomReady Facebook preparedness tips below.
- Whatcom County Public Works will close Alm Road at Bridge 308, between Highway 9 and Gillies Road, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily September 14–18.
- 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.
- On September 1st, Executive Satpal Sidhu transmitted his recommended budget for the 2027-2028 biennium to the County Council for their consideration.
- Whatcom County is issuing its Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
- The closures will affect the Gooseberry Point Emma lot and the Lummi Island Ferry back parking lot.
- The outage stemmed from the missed inspection requirement, not a known safety issue with the vessel. The Whatcom Chief passed today's inspection, and the Coast Guard cleared it for service.
- The Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed on Wednesday, September 16 for a planned closure.
- Recent testing at Toad Lake detected microcystins at levels that may be harmful to people and pets.
- Event date: September 24, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- 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: September 25, 2026 Event Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 23, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 05:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: September 21, 2026 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 11:00 AMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 17, 2026 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: October 1, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PMLocation: 1145 E Sunset DrBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: September 21, 2026 Event Time: 05:00 PM – 07:00 PMLocation: 1437 Gulf RdPoint Roberts, WA 98281
- Event dates: September 12, 2026 – October 4, 2026Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 18, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 17, 2026 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 17, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: September 28, 2026 Event Time: 03:30 PM – 05:00 PMLocation: 509 Girard StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 28, 2026 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 110 Unity StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 29, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225