When we survey the list of Bellingham parks named for people, we find stories ranging from the town’s founding entrepreneurs to neighborhood locals remembered for giving to their community.

The Armenian Genocide, 1915-1916, was one of the worst humanitarian crises of the twentieth century. Support to help survivors poured in from around the globe—including here in Whatcom County.

From 2003 to 2020, the Bellingham Railway Museum wowed Whatcom County with model trains, railroading artifacts, and exhibits with photos and information on our local railway history. The museum closed ...

With claims to fame in workplace education, transfer education, and Running Start, Whatcom Community College in northern Bellingham also has a pleasant campus to visit. The WCC Campus Art Walking Tour ...

In Bellingham and beyond, find fun activities, great eats, beautiful art, and so much more. Here are 26 things to do in 2026 across Whatcom County. 1. Meet Lanny Little, the muralist of Bellingham’s ...

Mariah and Shawn Butenschoen became used to hearing the phrase “probably shouldn’t” over the years. It happened when they first planted blueberries on their Everson property and decided to organically ...

You’re at the symphony. There’s a feeling of anticipation in the air as the audience assembles and the musicians warm up on stage. The Maestro takes the stage, and the music begins. The first movement ...

Throughout Bellingham’s history, commerce has stayed strong in the downtown area even as Interstate 5 pointed away from it. The city has seen a tug-of-war, much like the rest of the country: early ...

Cascade Connections Home Care has been providing quality in-home care in Whatcom County for over two decades. In 2025, that dedication was honored by Bellingham Herald readers who recognized Cascade ...

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On any warm, sunny weekend, Lake Whatcom is sure to be buzzing with boaters. This nine-mile-long watery playground is the stage for those looking to play in the water. From wakeboarding to cruising, ...