The Lummi Island Ferry, the Whatcom Chief, is scheduled to return to service on Tuesday, Sept 24, 2019 at approx. 3:00 pm. This scheduled return to service date is contingent upon successful completion of the remaining shipyard repairs and sea trials. Additional Info...

Due to the increase in fuel moisture levels and recent rain, the Fire Marshal’s Office will lift the burn ban for outdoor burning. The burn ban will be lifted at 8:00 AM on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 for the unincorporated areas of Whatcom County. Read on...

Whatcom County Councilmember Barry Buchanan invites community members to attend a meeting for Whatcom County Justice updates. Read on...

The Whatcom County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. in the Garden Level Conference Room Read on...

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All Whatcom County beaches are closed to recreational shellfish harvest due to high biotoxin levels. Always check the Washington State Shellfish Safety map for the latest closure information. Check the map

The Whatcom Chief (Lummi Island Ferrry) will depart for dry dock mid morning on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The ferry is scheduled to return to its regular service mid day Tuesday, September 24, 2019. Additional Info...

Information on any Office of Emergency Management incidents can be found here. The page is updated as needed. Additional Info...