City News SummaryNews bits, special events, construction updates, and more. Most Recent News SummaryUtility rates to increase in 2026 to support safe, reliable water services Expanded customer assistance available for qualifying households Learn moreBellingham road closures and repairsSeveral City streets remain closed while crews are working to safely repair storm-damaged infrastructure. View road closure updatesBellingham opens severe weather day shelter The temporary day shelter will open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. following a nighttime activation of the County-run Severe Weather Shelter. Learn moreBellingham launches program to support victims of hate crimes Businesses that are open to the public are invited to apply. Learn moreBellingham and North CascadesWelcome to the City of Bellingham Search: News Services Payments Report an Issue Jobs Maps Recent News Inside Bellingham: December 11, 2025December 11, 2025Inside Bellingham: December 4, 2025December 4, 2025Bellingham to open severe weather day shelter November 26, 2025Inside Bellingham: November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 More News Upcoming Events Dec 18 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm *CANCELLED* Planning Commission Meeting Dec 23 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm *CANCELLED* Tourism Commission Meeting Dec 23 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm *CANCELLED* Water Resources Advisory Board (WRAB) Meeting Dec 23 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Dec 24 All day City Holiday – Christmas Holiday Dec 25 All day City Holiday – Christmas Jan 1 All day City Holiday – New Year’s Day View Calendar More Events
