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Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus both announce new 2026-27 Season
SEATTLE – Seattle Men’s Chorus (SMC) and Seattle Women’s Chorus (SWC) return to the stage for the 2026-27 season with three brand-new concerts, treating audiences to holiday magic, an intimate look at life’s journeys, and a full-on return to the dance floor. The new season will…
City lifts recreational fire ban
Fire Department urges community members to continue exercising caution.
Comment on affordable housing priorities by Sept. 15
Comment now on our report that shows how spending aligns with goals for affordable housing and shelter, first-time homebuyers, community facilities, human and social services, and other housing services.
Inside Bellingham: September 10, 2026
The official Bird of Bellingham, downtown parking changes, construction updates, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
Inside Bellingham: September 3, 2026
Free First Friday, Police K9s, construction updates, We Scoop Photo Contest, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
City appoints inaugural Landlord and Tenant Advisory Work Group
On August 24, 2026, the City appointed its first ever limited-term Landlord and Tenant Advisory Work Group to create more opportunities to hear from people who rent and people who manage rentals.
Inside Bellingham: August 27, 2026
Whatcom Water Week, new rental protections, salmon season, Fall Parks Playbook, and more: a news roundup from the City of Bellingham
Land use application fees will increase this fall
On August 24, Bellingham City Council approved a resolution to adjust Bellingham’s land use permit fees. The minor fee increases go into effect October 1, 2026.
New rental protections go into effect Sept. 7
Bellingham City Council gives final approval for updated rental protections.
Introducing our new Building Official, Kim Barker
We are excited to introduce our new Building Official, Kim Barker. While Kim is new to this role, she is not new to our Planning and Community Development team.
Residential and downtown streets changing to 20 mph
City begins implementing lower speed limits to improve safety