Whatcom Word, the word of Whatcom
- by City of BellinghamDowntown viewfinder, new advisory group, construction updates, Pride IN Bellingham, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamAffordable housing, Free First Friday, holiday closures, lifeguards at Bloedel Donovan, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamEven fireworks purchased legally in Whatcom County are prohibited within City limits.
- by City of BellinghamFan zone watch parties, Fourth of July updates, construction projects, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamSpray parks, concerts in the park, ADU resources, library night at the Bells, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamMayor Lund issues executive order to drive economic opportunity
- by City of BellinghamHome share, Landlord Tenant Advisory Group, tourism grants, Juneteenth flag raising, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamSoccer fan zone, parking changes, construction updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamHeron nesting season, Youth Pride, the summer of soccer, playground updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamUpdates from downtown, transportation projects, Memorial Day events, Library book sale, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- Whatcom County is accepting applications for tourism promotion grants to promote eligible tourism and cultural activities for 2027
- Beautiful and sunny for the beginning of this week. Moderately warm temperatures. County-wide stage 1 burn ban in place.
- Permit and renewal invoices will be emailed instead of mailed starting in October.
- This change is in effect July 14, 2026, through September 10, 2026. We will resume propane and fuel delivery runs on Tuesdays when the ferry returns from dry dock, beginning with Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
- Drivers should anticipate travel delays between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., and use alternate routes whenever possible.
- Registered voters in Whatcom County may cast their August Primary and Special Election ballot on an accessible voting unit (AVU).
- Deep dive into the proposed size, facility features, and programming details of the Behavioral Care Center and the New Jail as Council prepares for the handoff to the Design-Build team
- Approximately 50 miles of county roads are scheduled for treatment this summer. Specific roads scheduled for chip seal will be announced each week throughout the program.
- Many of these advisories are long-term and will remain posted until conditions change. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and follow posted signage.
- Summer in the Pacific Northwest is an incredible time to get outside. Whether you’re planning to dance at a music festival, attend a Fan Zone event, or just spend a quiet afternoon basking in nature, we’ve got tips to help you get the most out of summer.
- Visit our website to read the most current fecal bacteria water quality monitoring results.
- The Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, for the 4th of July holiday.
- We’ve published our After Action Report on the 2025-2026 winter severe weather shelter (SWS), highlighting successes in both new and existing partnerships and ongoing challenges with recruitment, training, and scheduling of shelter staff.
- The return date is always tentative and subject to change.
- Ballot packets for the primary and special election will be mailed to registered voters on July 15. Voters should receive a ballot by July 21.
- Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning biotoxin levels have dropped in shellfish in northern Whatcom County. The Washington State Department of Health has lifted the biotoxin closure from Sandy Point north to the Canadian border including all of Point Roberts.
- Whatcom County Health and Community Services has released the 2024-2025 Behavioral Health Fund Report, highlighting how local tax dollars and state and federal grants are supporting mental health and substance use services across our community.
- Nara Organics has issued a recall of their Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula. This product was sold nationwide at Target retail stores, including the Whatcom County location, as well as on Target.com and Nara.com between July 2025 and June 2026.
- Three disposal sites for items damaged by flooding, available for both residents and businesses.
- Work will occur the week of May 18 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from the Beach Cat area north to just past Harborview Road.
- Event date: July 21, 2026 Event Time: 11:30 AM – 01:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 20, 2026 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 11:00 AMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 23, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 16, 2026 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 15, 2026 Event Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 21, 2026 Event Time: 07:00 PM – 08:30 PMLocation: 322 N Commercial StreetBottom FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: July 16, 2026 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: Lynden Library 216 4th StreetLynden, WA 98264
- Event date: July 22, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 05:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: July 18, 2026 Event Time: 06:50 AM – 03:20 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 21, 2026 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 110 Unity StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 27, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event dates: July 27, 2026 – July 31, 2026Event Time: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event dates: July 20, 2026 – July 24, 2026Event Time: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 16, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: July 15, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: July 15, 2026 Event Time: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event dates: July 15, 2026 – July 17, 2026Event Time: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 16, 2026 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: July 16, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226