Lynden Print Co. purchased by local imprint of Tumwater-based company
The Tumwater company has had a presence in Whatcom and Skagit Counties since 2013.
Press release: Space Advocate, LLC expands services to support small businesses in commercial Interior planning & design
Provides cost-effective, high-impact solutions tailored to each client’s needs.
Press release: North Coast Credit Union CEO receives Whatcom Dream award
The award recognized his volunteer work with the nonprofit organization.
Whatcom County Liquor & Cannabis License activity (February 2025)
Recent liquor and cannabis license approvals, modifications, and discontinuations.
State grant to pay for solar panels on Deming Library roof
80 solar panels are expected to reduce the library’s energy costs by about $5,000 annually.
Ferndale retail store closes while associated cheese and dairy businesses continue to grow
The cheese and dairy businesses will be inheriting “the energy, attention and creativity that we have been investing into the Cheese Shop.”
Select commercial building permit activity (January 2025)
A list of new construction, tenant improvement and other permit activity.
BC electric bus and truck maker with Ferndale facility in bankruptcy court
The company opened the $22 million Ferndale facility in 2023.
Bellingham beer distributor reportedly acquired by Anheuser-Busch InBev
The company has been owned and operated by one family since its founding in 1950.
WA State employment statistics for December 2024 released
Unemployment benefits were paid to 7,444 more people in December than November.
Whatcom County Liquor & Cannabis License activity (December 2024)
Recent liquor and cannabis license applications for new and modified privileges.
Press release: Investment advisors move to Bellwether Way
Financial Plan moves to Bellingham’s waterfront district
Whatcom top 10 commercial real estate sales for 4Q24
The top property sold for $54,580,000.
Ferndale City Administrator announces projects, planning and upgrades planned for 2025
Designs for future roadwork, utility upgrades, a new “deep” water well and other items made the list.
Bellingham radio group adopts new name
“We will continue our commitment to the local community …”
Ferndale to hold public hearing on prohibiting covenants that lock out grocery stores
The public hearing will be held during a regular City Council meeting scheduled for 5pm on Tuesday, January 21
Select commercial building permit activity (December 2024)
A list of new construction, tenant improvement and other permit activity.
Bellingham Police conduct retail theft emphasis patrols
While many of the cases started because of an observed theft, the arrest and subsequent search resulted in more serious charges.