Business
3 weeks ago
New retail sales tax begins implementation October 1

The new tax is expected to impact over 90,000 businesses across the state.

Business
3 weeks ago
Threshold may change for business licenses in Bellingham

The new regulations, if passed, would take effect on January 1.

Business
3 weeks ago
Downtown Bellingham restaurant ‘Carnal’ announces closure date

The location on State Street has been serving up fine dining experiences with seasonal menus since early 2020.

Business
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County sees unemployment rate increase this summer

Skagit County saw a similar trend, where its jobless rate had a minor increase from July to August, but took a moderate drop from where it sat the same time last year.

Business
1 month ago
Allegiant Airlines to end service at LAX after 17 years

With the cancellation of the Los Angeles route, Bellingham International Airport will only offer six nonstop destinations in the new year including service to Hollywood Burbank Airport.

Community Events
1 month ago
Boundary Bay Brewery celebrates 30 years of business with final block party this weekend

The Bellingham Farmer’s Market is cohosting with the long-standing brewery, creating an all-ages beer garden that features chef demos, vendors and live music.

We Are Whatcom
1 month ago
Devin Champlin: Musician and owner of Champlin Guitars

A fixture of Bellingham’s folk music scene, multi-instrumentalist Devin Champlin also operates a unique guitar shop that caters to many walks of life.

Business
1 month ago
Pair of Ferndale businesses announce closures

A bookstore and a bar in Ferndale have announced they are closing up for good in the near future.

Business
1 month ago
Whatcom County businesses grapple with tariff uncertainty as trade war wages on

From breweries to yarn shops to business advocates in the region, the conversation and impacts of tariffs continue.

We Are Whatcom
1 month ago
Ty McClellan: Owner of Hardware Sales

With over half of their sales coming from internet sales, Hardware Sales is operating as a low-cost local, family business competing on a large scale. Ty McClellan is at the helm of this multi-storefront Bellingham staple.