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 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 4, 2025December 4, 2025Bellingham to open severe weather day shelter November 26, 2025Inside Bellingham: November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Bellingham launches program to support victims of hate crimes November 19, 2025 More News Upcoming Events Dec 11 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) Meeting Dec 12 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Open Roller Skate – Fall 2025 Dec 13 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Connelly Creek Nature Area (South) – Fall 2025 Dec 13 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Lighted Bike Parade Dec 15 10:00 am - 9:00 pm City Council Meetings Dec 16 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm *CANCELLED* Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting Dec 16 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting View Calendar More Events
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Connelly Creek Nature Area (South) – Fall 2025