Government Archives

Interim safety improvements for Holly Street bike lane scheduled for week of July 21

July 11, 2025

Buffered Bike Lane on Holly Street entering Downtown

Safety upgrades are coming to Holly Street bike lanes the week of July 21! Parking-protected lanes on the lower section will be replaced with buffered bike lanes to improve visibility and reduce conflicts. Temporary lane closures expected.

Inside Bellingham: July 3, 2025

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025

Children play on a lawn in front of a library

Miniature therapy horses in the park, utility rate changes, Fourth of July info, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham

Mayor Lund appoints Human Resources Director and Deputy Director

July 2, 2025

Mayor Kim Lund announced that she has appointed Deborah Danner as the City's Human Resources Director and Ameleah Sullivan as Deputy Director.

Inside Bellingham: June 27, 2025

June 27, 2025

Gears and Galleries at Whatcom Museum, drinking water report, and construction updates: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham

Consumer fireworks not allowed in Bellingham

June 25, 2025

Three firefighters standing in front of a firetruck holding yard signs that read "Fireworks Illegal In Bellingham, subject to fine."

All consumer fireworks are prohibited in the City of Bellingham, including those purchased legally elsewhere.

Council approves new rental fee laws

June 24, 2025

New laws that regulate fees for rental units and manufactured/mobile home lots go into effect Aug. 1, 2025.