Lifestyle

2 days ago

Mount Baker Theatre to get new seats, carpeting among upgrades for 100th season

It's been over 30 years since the theatre got new seats.

3 days ago

Proposed Point Roberts campground receives permit approval

Neighbors raised concerns over environmental, public safety impacts to the area.

3 days ago

Bellingham to hold public hearing on permanently eliminating parking minimums

An interim ordinance has currently suspended requirements for how many parking spaces must be developed in the city.

3 days ago

Big events in Bellingham lead to road closures through the weekend

Those roads will reopen to all traffic by Sunday morning.

5 days ago

Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories — and what to do about it

Fad diets come and go, but the underlying message almost always follows a simple equation. If you consume fewer calories than you burn, the weight will melt away. In principle, it's true. And counting calories can be a useful tool for managing weight. But it only works if you know what numbers you're counting.

5 days ago

Whatcom County home prices hold steady in spring

Average days on the market rose in nearly every area of the county.

5 days ago

Forest Service announces road closures at Baker Lake, Glacier Creek

Glacier Creek Road will be open to pedestrian traffic at the Forest Service's discretion.

6 days ago

BC wildfire causing smoky air conditions in Whatcom County

The fire has been burning north of Hope, B.C. since Thursday, July 2.

1 week ago

Warm, sunny weather predicted for 4th of July weekend

Forecasters warn there could be some strong winds though, with a good chance of gusts exceeding 20 mph.

1 week 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.

1 week 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.

2 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.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County sees slowest population growth in five years

The slowing growth in the county mirrored statewide and national trends.

2 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.

2 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.

2 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.

2 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…

2 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.

2 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.

2 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.

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It's been over 30 years since the theatre got new seats.

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The privately-owned detention center has racked up thousands of safety and sanitation complaints.

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