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3 weeks ago
Office vacancies climb in Bellingham as retail market holds steady in Q2
Downtown retail vacancies saw a minor drop in the second quarter of 2026.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with fireworks in Bellingham, Blaine
Whatever you plan on doing for the Fourth of July, make sure you plan ahead to do it safely.
3 weeks ago
REPORT: Wages in Whatcom County top national average, trail Skagit
The highest paid professions included management, healthcare practitioners and technical staff followed by computer and math-related jobs.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County sees slowest population growth in five years
The slowing growth in the county mirrored statewide and national trends.
3 weeks ago
Calming your pet down when the fireworks go off
Whatcom Veterinary Hospital wants you to keep in mind your furry friends this Fourth of July.
3 weeks ago
Here are the rules for letting off fireworks legally this 4th of July in Whatcom
Fireworks are still banned in Bellingham city limits, but other municipalities have their own rules.
3 weeks ago
Keeping your business comfortable for customers and you this July
It may be worth it to evaluate the efficiency of your HVAC equipment if you feel like you just can't cool down without breaking the bank.
3 weeks ago
Avoid breathing fireworks smoke when celebrating the Fourth of July
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – July marks the 250th “birthday” of the United States of America, and chances are good that…
3 weeks ago
Odorous house ants and you: Part of life, but not unsolvable
Odorous house ants are difficult to remove from homes once their colony has become established.
3 weeks ago
WA Cares Fund benefits available on July 1 for long-term care support
Most workers in Washington have been paying 0.58% of their paychecks into the fund since 2023.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham hosting watch parties for US knockout match Wednesday
The official Fan Zone watch party at the waterfront starts at 1 p.m. with a Seattle-hosted match before the U.S. plays at 5.
3 weeks ago
Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry risks
Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind get nudged to do better. Those brightly colored engagement tactics long ago jumped from smartphone games to everything from online shopping to sports betting and classrooms. So it should come as no surprise that many nutrition-tracking apps like MyFitnessPal and Noom also use gaming features to keep users coming back.
3 weeks ago
How to talk about money with your kids
At the grocery store, Jamie Corum sets a two-minute timer for her 10-year-old daughter to look around. Then she resets it to 10 minutes so her daughter can choose one thing to buy, making sure she considers her budget and how much tax she'll have to pay.
3 weeks ago
Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback
The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.
3 weeks ago
Affordable housing development opens for families near Bellis Fair Mall
Additional housing for seniors will be available when Phase 2 of the project ends in spring 2027.
3 weeks ago
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea
You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad?
4 weeks ago
What does the World Cup mean for Emergency Management? | Contributed
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM) staff have been working since January 2025 to help ensure the World Cup tournament goes off without a hitch.
4 weeks ago
Average gas prices in Whatcom County fall below five dollar mark
It marks the first time the county has dropped below five dollars per gallon since mid-March.
4 weeks ago
Ecology issues asbestos reminder near Sumas Mountain
Recreationists are urged not to disturb any creek beds or sediment piles in the area.
4 weeks ago
Burn ban for North Cascades National Park begins Monday
Campers can use gas or propane stoves, grills and lanterns but only if no flammable material is within three feet of the device.
