Bellingham considers plans for bike lane improvement
By DuPree Nugent | March 4The City of Bellingham will use successes and shortcomings gathered from the Holly Street bike lane pilot program to develop interim improvements to bike lanes.
City County
The college tattoo rite of passage
By Mishele Ross | March 4
New US tariffs on Canada spark concerns across the border
By Kaitlyn Ward | February 21
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OPINION: It takes a village to keep your favorite restaurants afloat
By Mary d'Arcy | February 19Before you even walk through the door of El Capitan's, you get a sense of the quirky atmosphere. Colorful string lights line the large bay-facing windows. The smell of fries and the sound of ‘80s rock drifts out the open door. Once inside, you will be greeted with plastic skeletons, a “Pirates of the Caribbean” pinball machine and the bar’s own Jack Sparrow figurine.
City & County
BRIEF: Protesters gather in downtown Bellingham on Presidents Day
By Oren Roberts | February 17On Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, over 300 people gathered to protest outside of Bellingham’s Federal Building.
City & County
NWCAA requests proposals for climate resilience projects worth $3.5 million
By Steven Colson | February 12The Northwest Clean Air Agency (NWCAA) is requesting proposals for projects promoting community climate resilience. A $3.5 million pool will be used to support up to three projects selected by the organization.
City & County
Let’s talk Galentine’s!
By Mabaindu Mbawa | February 12Galentine’s Day, inspired by the fictional character Leslie Knope from “Parks and Recreation,” has become a beloved tradition, especially for Gen Z women. It’s traditionally celebrated on Feb. 13, the day before Valentine’s Day. It celebrates friendship and inclusivity, offering a thoughtful alternative to the romantic focus of Valentine’s Day.
City & County
Student night at NEKO Cat Cafe
By Natalie Brown | February 12What better way to relax from a long midterm study session than with cats at the upcoming student day at NEKO: A Cat Cafe?
City & County
YWCA nears completion of new emergency shelter for women and children
By Steven Colson | February 10The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) is finishing construction on a new shelter at 315 Lakeway Drive for families experiencing homelessness.
City & County
BRIEF: Put love into every petal
By Madelyn Jones | February 10If you’re looking to get more hands-on with your Valentine’s Day gifts this year, consider these tips from a local florist to create your very own bouquet.
City & County
Bellingham’s elderly and disabled face challenges navigating WTA public transportation
By Mabaindu Mbawa | February 9Some elderly and disabled Bellingham residents struggle to use the Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) bus system due to limited features and accessibility issues.
City & County
Fourth annual Fairhaven Chocolate Walk fosters community
By Sophia Raymond | February 7The fourth annual Fairhaven Chocolate Walk highlights small businesses while providing a fun interactive experience for anyone who loves chocolate. With 18 stops around Fairhaven Village, you can sample a variety of chocolate while exploring participating shops from noon until 5 p.m.
City & County
State Individual Assistance program opens for victims of bomb cyclone
By Hope Rasa | February 4Whatcom, Snohomish and King County residents affected by November’s bomb cyclone can now qualify to receive financial aid. Former Gov. Jay Inslee unlocked $1 million in Washington State Disaster Individual Assistance (IA) Program funds with an emergency proclamation on Jan. 7.
City & County
HomesNOW! Unity Village and Swift Haven to relocate and merge
By Steven Colson | January 30HomesNOW! is moving and merging the tiny house villages of Swift Haven and Unity Village to 330 Northwest Ave. this year. A new complex complete with amenities will be built at the new location.
City & County
Drayton Harbor emergency shellfish harvesting closure ends
By Hope Rasa | January 29The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) issued an emergency closure of commercial and recreational shellfishing in Drayton Harbor on Jan. 7. The closure applied to all species of molluscan shellfish and lasted until Jan. 27.
City & County
Port of Bellingham approves third vendor fee category to Dockside Market
By DuPree Nugent | January 26The Port of Bellingham Board of Commissioners on Jan. 7 approved the addition of a new $10 fee category for vendors with sales under $300 at the Bellingham Dockside Market.
Recreation
Bellingham Folk Festival changes format for the first time in 10 years
By Jackson Kelly | January 22Bellingham’s Folk Festival starts Jan. 23, with events happening daily through Jan. 26 in downtown Bellingham.
