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- 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.
- by City of BellinghamMini makers, park progress, model mutts, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamLocal photography contest, record-breaking salmon, construction updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamSay hello to more downtown fun, goodbye to English ivy, and go behind the scenes with Mayor Lund: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamOpportunities for artists, new park plans, First Friday fun, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamKids Fest, Community Court, construction updates, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- Join us on Zoom to learn about stormwater science and the processes used by County planners to ensure stormwater success! Presented by: Michael Kershner, Stormwater Planner with Whatcom County Planning & Development Services
- We have a fire weather watch in effect from late Monday night through Tuesday night. See below for more information. Partly cloudy this morning becoming clear and sunny by afternoon. See our emergency preparedness tips at WhatcomReady.
- After a nationwide search and competitive procurement process, the County has entered into a contract with Clark Construction and RAM Construction, who will lead a team responsible for designing and building the new jail and behavioral care center.
- Fog or clouds again this morning with mostly sunny in the afternoon through Saturday. Showers likely Sunday. See our emergency preparedness tips at WhatcomReady.
- 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, October 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Civic Stadium parking lot.
- An independent evaluation of local Permanent Supportive Housing projects found that all Whatcom County government-funded programs meet national standards set by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
- Read more about the remaining work items planned for this fall.
- Learn more about the scope, work, and budget of your County government at the first annual County Open House held Sept. 3rd, from 6:00PM-7:30PM in the County Courthouse. Staff will be available to answer questions and showcase upcoming projects.
- Earlier this week the Washington State Department of Health expanded access to the COVID-19 vaccine through a new standing order that allows qualified health care professionals to vaccinate anyone 6 months and older with the latest COVID-19 vaccine.
- Our Housing Team has been meeting since May to coordinate severe weather sheltering for the 2025-2026 winter season. Here’s a quick recap of where we are right now.
- Did you receive a letter from District Court regarding a conviction on your record that is eligible to be vacated?
- The Whatcom County Auditor’s Office is excited to announce the launch of the Property Recording Alert Service (PRAS). This free service is designed to enhance the monitoring of recording activity related to land records.
- We are now accepting proposals for severe weather or seasonal winter shelter in Bellingham for the 2024-2025 winter season.
- Due to increasingly dry weather conditions, the Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s office, has ordered a Stage 2 Burn Ban placing restrictions on all open burning
- We’ve published temporary severe weather shelter jobs for the 2025-2026 winter season, and we remain committed to hiring nearly twice as many temporary staff as last winter.
- Whatcom County is issuing its Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
- Signs posted in these areas read “20 MPH When Children Are Present.” The reduced speed limit will be enforced beginning September 2, in time for the first day of school.
- Whatcom County’s top planner is retiring after thirteen years of service to the County.
- The FDA and CDC are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella illness linked to several varieties of Deep-brand frozen sprouted bean products. To date, 11 illnesses have been connected to this outbreak, including one in Washington State.
- Event date: September 22, 2025 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 322 N Commercial StWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 22, 2025 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 11:00 AMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 11:30 AM – 01:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 04:00 PMDescription:Special Works Session to discuss proposed revisions to WCC 16.20 Whatcom County Shellfish Protection Districts.
- Event date: September 18, 2025 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 04:30 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 509 Girard StBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 01:00 PM – 03:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226Description:The Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC) provides review and recommendations to the Whatcom County Council on issues that affect agriculture. The AAC also provides a forum for farmers and others interested in enhancing and promoting the long-term viability of […]
- Event date: September 17, 2025 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: 5694 Second AveFerndale, WA 98248
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 01:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 25, 2025 Event Time: 05:00 PM – 07:00 PMLocation: 5044 Mt. Baker HwyDeming, WA 98244
- Event date: September 17, 2025 Event Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PMLocation: 8 Barn View CtBellingham, WA 98229
- Event dates: July 31, 2025 – October 15, 2025Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 18, 2025 Event Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DriveBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 09:00 AM – 10:00 AMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 19, 2025 Event Time: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 16, 2025 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: September 18, 2025 Event Time: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: September 25, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226