Bellingham Best Buy sting: Police arrested a 40-year-old man suspected of four Best Buy thefts in Bellingham—using a tool to strip anti-theft devices and listing stolen gadgets online—then bought one back from him in an undercover sting — find out how they cracked the case.
Securing Lake Whatcom’s future: At their June 23 meeting, Bellingham’s City Council unanimously approved buying 60 acres at North Beaver Creek Preserve and forestland above South Bay Drive, preventing new homes and bolstering drinking water protection for over 100,000 residents — find out how these additions boost water security.
Old Town Summer Concert Series: Structures Brewing in Bellingham kicks off July 10 with sludge rockers Black Mountain and Spoon Benders, then rolls into an Official Tune Up afterparty, country and folk nights, and experimental Americana through the first weekend of August alongside award-winning beer and food — check out the full lineup.
Last-minute July 4 must-haves: From beer to vegan burgers and tin foil, we visited five Bellingham grocery stores to compare prices on 11 easy-to-forget barbecue essentials — find out which store offers the best deal.
Sheriff’s CERT training courses: The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office’s Division of Emergency Management is rolling out CERT workshops countywide to equip residents with vital disaster-response skills — find out how to sign up.
Rate shock coming to Bellingham: The city plans to raise water and sewer bills by about 13% next year and roll out new low-income discounts as Council weighs more than $1 billion in 20-year upgrades — learn what this means for your wallet.
Bellingham summer job outlook: As tariffs and post-COVID slowdowns stall hiring, local employers still need seasonal workers in tourism, agriculture, food manufacturing and city departments — find out where opportunities await.
Whatcom gas prices rise: Gas costs climbed again in early July across Whatcom County and Bellingham, but you can still find it for $3.79 a gallon at Bellingham’s Costco — find out where to fill up.
Mindport exhibits find new home: Bellingham’s former Mindport gallery pieces—from the marimba and “Allella” to the Bug Box and Rollentless—are now installed in the Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery, with more on the way this winter — find out where you can try them.
Bellingham bans junk fees: In late June, the city council passed ordinances — effective Aug. 1 — capping or banning common rental fees and empowering tenants to challenge unlawful charges and seek damages — learn what rights you have.
Other Bellingham headlines this week
- Alger Sunday Market and Chili Cookoff return
- Whatcom welcomes new restaurants amid holiday closures
- Rescue helicopter deployed at Lake Padden Park
- Max Higbee Center hosts community champions game
