Lifestyle
3 hours ago
City of Bellingham seeks community input in Bakerview Neighborhood Park Master Plan
Currently, the King Mountain neighborhood and the nearby Meridian neighborhood house an estimated 7,800 people with no public parks between the two.
1 day ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Winter gear swap, Halloween-inspired events, Sesame Street Live and more this weekend in Bellingham and beyond
Grab your coat and enjoy the fall season in Whatcom County with these fun activities this weekend.
1 day ago
“No Kings” rally scheduled for this Saturday in Bellingham
The movement, known for hosting rallies in American cities to protest the current Trump Administration, has planned hundreds of rallies to take place this Saturday across the U.S.
2 days ago
Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.
2 days ago
Bloedel Donovan Park reopens with upgraded playground
It includes over 40 play features, including slides, climbers, swings and 11 elevated features that are ramp accessible to wheelchairs.
2 days ago
Where to watch the Mariners game tonight in Bellingham
The My Bellingham Now newsroom has compiled a handful of our favorite places to watch post-season baseball, from sports bars to nightclubs.
2 days ago
Mitch Nolze: South Whatcom Fire Authority Fire Chief
Whether it's heading a department that serves its community with speed and integrity or making sure Whatcom County's resources are properly allocated for unpredictable dangers, Nolze works to approach these tasks with a level head.
4 days ago
Instagram says it’s safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content
Teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won't be able to change their settings without a parent's permission, Meta announced on Tuesday.
1 week ago
Cooler temperatures bring snow into North Cascades forecast
The weather could also make for a windy few days in Whatcom County, with coastal winds reaching up to 35 mph.
1 week ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Exit Fest, Lynden Music Festival, Blaine Oyster Fest and more this weekend in Whatcom County
From Bellingham to Lynden to Blaine, the region is loaded with events for the whole family this weekend.
1 week ago
Ferndale Halloween home decorating contest returns
Participants have until Oct. 20 to register, and voting opens on Oct. 24.
1 week ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Practice Drop, Cover, Hold-on
If you’ve been here long, you know that the Great ShakeOut happens every year on the third Thursday of October.…
1 week ago
What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan
More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years.
1 week ago
Bill Davis: Radio Personality, Hall of Fame Broadcaster
You may know Bill Davis from his show on KAFE, but his lengthy career in radio is deeper than you may think.
1 week ago
Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways
As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County sees largest drop in home prices since 2023
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Home sale prices in Whatcom County saw their biggest drop in two years over the…
2 weeks ago
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks
Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.
2 weeks ago
Kroger issues food recalls for potential listeria contamination, other materials found in products
All items were sold in stores throughout the country, including Fred Meyer.
2 weeks ago
Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work
The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.
2 weeks ago
Want to eat more plant-based meals? Maggie Baird, Billie Eilish and Finneas’s mom, has some ideas
Maggie Baird says her vegan cinnamon rolls are a family favorite — including to her children, who happen to be the world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas.
