News for Community
Thursday, April 30, 2026
LYNDEN, WASHINGTON – The Northwest Washington Fair is pleased to announce that
multi-Platinum-selling country artist, Brantley Gilbert, will perform at this year’s event. He will
take the stage Friday, August 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand
Entertainment Series. Presented by Manna Insurance Group.
Brantley Gilbert is an ACM, CMA, and AMA award-winning ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, April 06, 2026
This April marks the 25th anniversary of The Chrysalis Inn & Spa on the waterfront in Fairhaven. Designed by architect Regan McClellen, built by Pearson Construction, and opened in 2001 by local owner Mike Keenan, the boutique hotel, now a part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, continues to be an iconic destination for out-of-town visitors and Whatcom County residents alike.
“I came to ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
Bellingham International Airport (BLI) has been informed by Allegiant Air that it will close its crew base in Bellingham in November 2026. Importantly, Allegiant has confirmed it will continue operating all existing routes and maintaining its current flight schedule at BLI.
An airline crew base is a location where pilots and flight attendants are permanently assigned and where their work ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA — Residents of Whatcom County can safely and responsibly dispose of old or leftover household paint at a Free Paint Collection & Recycling Event. The event will take place on Saturday, May 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Lynden Fairway Center parking lot, 1816 18th Street in Lynden.
The one-day event is open to the public and offers a convenient, eco-friendly way to ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
BELLINGHAM, WA — A new wave of modern, secure bike lockers has been installed at the Bellingham International Airport and Fairhaven Transit Station, giving travelers, commuters, and residents more options for safely storing bicycles while connecting to the Bellair Charters Airporter, Greyhound, the Alaska Marine Highway System, Amtrak Cascades, and flights operated by Alaska Airlines, Horizon ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Monday, March 30, 2026
May 13–20, 2026 For one delicious week, supporting Maple Alley Inn is as simple as dining out or ordering in. Local restaurants are teaming up with diners like you to give back. Enjoy great food at spots like Leaf & Ladle, Black Sheep, and Pure Bliss Desserts — with more being added all the time. When you dine at a participating restaurant or order in through Viking Food, you're helping provide ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, March 30, 2026
39thAnnual Event Sold Out at Hotel Bellwether
Sulis Energy Wins Start-up Business of the Year
Marr’s Heating, AC, Plumbing & Electrical Awarded Small Business of the Year
Kelsey Van Miert of Northwest Health Care Linen Named Business Person of the Year
Bellingham, WA – On Thursday, March 26, Whatcom Business Alliance hosted the 39th Annual Whatcom Business Awards Black & Gold ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, March 23, 2026
LYNDEN, WASHINGTON – The Northwest Washington Fair’s Ticket Blitz returns May 8,
2026, from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. During this one-day, online-only event, the public can purchase
discounted gate admission tickets, all-day carnival wristbands and 10-day admission passes at
one of the lowest prices of the season.
The discounted prices will be as follows:
• General admission - $13 (ages 13-61; ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Monday, March 09, 2026
BELLINGHAM, WA — March 9, 2026— Cascadia Newspaper Company, LLC, publisher of Cascadia Daily News and operator of Cascadia One Pass, is launching Cascadia Daily Life, a
premium regional magazine celebrating the culture, community, and character of life in the Pacific Northwest. The inaugural issue will distribute May 8, 2026. A second issue is planned for Fall 2026, with quarterly publications ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026
Bellingham, WA — As Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) approaches its 100th Season, we’re collecting 100 stories to celebrate how our historic theatre has impacted the community. We’re inviting the community to tell us their favorite MBT stories and leave a note in its 100th birthday card with MBT’s 100 Stories for One Hundred Years Survey.
On April 29, 1927 at 6:00 p.m. whistles shrieked from Bellingham ...read more
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Monday, March 02, 2026
LYNDEN, WASHINGTON – The Northwest Washington Fair is excited to announce that Christian Singer TobyMac will take the stage on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM. He joins the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series. Presented by Manna Insurance Group.
TobyMac is a highly accomplished Christian artist with music that continues to impact individuals across the nation. With 17 ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, February 23, 2026
Whatcom Co. – The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Youth Peace Poetry Contest. Sponsored by Village Books, the Youth Peace Poetry contest invites Whatcom County youth, ages 4-18, to get creative and use poetry and other forms of written word to explore what peace means to them. Themes of past poems have included resolving conflict, talking ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Small businesses in Bellingham operate in a landscape where personal relationships, local reputation, and consistent visibility shape long-term success. Many owners feel they must outsource marketing to make progress — but taking charge of your own efforts can be far more empowering, cost-efficient, and aligned with your authentic voice.
Learn below about:
How local businesses can build a ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Chamber, Economic, Press Release
Thursday, January 22, 2026
If you’re asking whether it’s time to sell your business, you’re already entering the evaluation phase. The decision often comes down to three signals:
Diminished passion or strategic fit (your goals have evolved).
Plateaued growth or capital strain (the business needs more than you can give).
Market timing and valuation alignment (external forces make now optimal).
Knowing when to sell is ...read more
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