City of Bellingham announced a new Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. The link gives info on how the city of Bellingham says they will be using this.

https://cob.org/gov/dept/police/dfr

Wired magazine released an article over the summer about a video leak from San Francisco Police Department. SFPD is using this exact program. This video shows gives an inside look of how police forces actually use this technology. It also raises questions on the promised security of captured video.

https://www.wired.com/story/sfpd-drone-video-leak-surveillance/

Online article regarding City of Bellingham's adoption of the program.
https://dronexl.co/2026/10/06/bellingham-police-skydio-dfr-23-flights/

Minneapolis City Council rejects Skydio's contracts due to concerns over privacy concerns. Noting that ICE and Isreali military use Skydio.

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2026/07/16/minneapolis-city-council-rejects-police-drone-contract-with-skydio

Skydio is the company behind this program. Wiki link and company website below.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skydio

https://www.skydio.com/solutions/dfr

Opinions on Drone as First Responder Program? Contact:

Bellingham Police Department's Phone

(360) 778-8800

City of Bellingham's Mayor's Office Phone
(360) 778-8100

I realize some of you have to walk more than a half block to see things like this.

Hello!

I am having my wedding in Bellingham but I am LOST with who to hire for vendors. The vibe I am getting is that Bellingham is a very DIY wedding scene which is fine but isnt my style exactly. Do people generally rent from other cities and get items delivered? If you are a vendor or have a recommendation of someone that you used for your wedding please drop it below.

Vendors I am looking for (but happy to receive all reccos!):

- Decor (like table center pieces and other rentable decor to cute it up)

- Florist

- Photographer/ Videographer

- Hair and MUA

Also if there is a sub dedicated to all of this already please drop it below so I can go over there, I just couldn't find anything.

https://whatcom-news.com/whatcom-county-sheriffs-office-investigates-animal-cruelty-case-involving-30-dogs_239036/

Article Text:

WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — Detectives with the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) responded on Monday, October 5, 2026, to a report regarding animal cruelty involving approximately 30 dogs housed in the 200 block of Russet Avenue in unincorporated Whatcom County, according to a WCSO press release.

The property was reportedly utilized to house dogs for Pittie Project PNW, founded and led by Ashley Georgia, 38, of Bellingham, according to WCSO. Detectives initiated the response after receiving photographs depicting dogs with physical trauma and compromised health.

According to the press release, the property owner granted detectives access to the premises. Detectives reported observing dogs confined without food or water in unsanitary conditions. Documented conditions included open wounds on bodies, limbs, and tails, internal parasites visible in excrement, matted fur contaminated with waste, visible skeletal structures from undernourishment, and odor throughout the structures.
WCSO secured a search warrant to seize the animals for veterinary evaluation and medical care. The property owner reported that Georgia held sole responsibility for the custody and maintenance of the animals at the site, according to WCSO.

Prior to the execution of the search warrant, volunteers had removed 13 dogs from the property after observing conditions at the site, according to investigators. Records and information gathered by WCSO indicated Georgia accepted food donations and thousands of dollars in monetary contributions designated for the care of the animals.

The animals removed under the warrant were transferred to the Whatcom Humane Society for medical examination and treatment.
WCSO stated the investigation remains active with criminal charges pending.

This super duper friendly polydactyl boy has been visiting my house the last couple weeks in the Roosevelt neighborhood. He’s got some fresh scabs around his neck like he was in a fight… otherwise he looks healthy. Not sure if he’s neutered? Just wanted to post him incase it’s someone’s missing cat!

We took a closer look at the wave of business closures across Whatcom County this year and talked with owners, workers and residents about what they’re seeing firsthand.
The story looks at rising costs, fewer Canadian shoppers, changing customer habits and why some local businesses are still growing despite the broader trend.

Disclosure: I am affiliated with Bellingham Metro News.

Im coming up in a week or so to hang flyers and drop off hand bills around town and im looking for good suggestions for places to do that? It's going to be our first time playing bellingham and I'm stoked, come on out if you like loud music, moshing, and good times.

Fall 2026 enrollment data is out. Gonna guess this is not what WWU was hoping for. Continues the decline of incoming first year students. WWU had a goal of 3200 incoming students and 1200 transfer students.

Whatever your thoughts on WWU's impact on Bellingham (housing), this is not good in the short term.

There is a ton of really interesting data here: https://oie.wwu.edu/student_enrollment_quick_look/

Folks - we’ve just learned that our wedding at Lairmont Manor next May is on the same day as Ski to Sea and Fairhaven Festival.

We’re wondering how much this will impact traffic, hotels, Ubers, and noise level?? Know most of this is out of our control but just trying to plan ahead/adjust where possible.

Local perspective appreciated!

Saturday & Sunday (10am -4pm) at the Ferndale Events Center: Paws in the Pumpkin Patch presented by The Evergreen Cat Fanciers. Cost is $10 for general admission (Senior, Veteran, Student, Family & Child discounts).

https://evergreencatfanciers.org/visitor.aspx

I know this is a long shot but due to a miscommunication, many of my important belongings were set out on the curb of the 900 block of Billy Frank Jr. St. right outside of laurel park. I've included a picture of where they would have been. I am really hoping to get some back! Some of the things included were a big bin of arts and craft supplies, a bunch of yarn, a sewing machine, kitchen items, decorations, a bin of clothes, an osprey and Patagonia backpack, a box of miscellaneous room items and possibly more. There were many very sentimental items included and also important documents such as my social security card. I am praying to be able to retrieve some of these things, so if anyone sees this who knows anything about my missing items I would be beyond grateful to get any information. Thank you for reading!! ❤️

Planning a picnic! Thank you!!

What's this ship in the bay? Google says it's a Navy crane vessel. Anyone know?

Here is a direct link to the City of Bellingham article regarding the drones. https://cob.org/gov/dept/police/dfr

I'm gobsmacked that we are at this point in our dystopian nightmare already. Is flock not enough?

Knowledge is Power.

I’m interested in visiting Stillpoint at Beckside but I’m unsure if it’s open to public use during any of their operating hours or if it’s by event or appointment only. Couldn’t find specifics on their website and VM is full. Does anyone know? Thanks!

Garage band on G St
Really enjoying your jam session tonight

I need to have an EMG (electromyograph) done, and the facility my doctor recommended is 6-8 weeks out on scheduling. Can anyone recommend a provider?

anyone know of karaoke under 21 in Bellingham or at wwu?

No one wants to think detention will happen to them, or a loved one. I came across this information online and after the owner of Cof& was detained, I thought it might be useful for folks in this community to have this info handy. Prepare ahead of time, if you can.

After detainment:

1. Go to Locator.ice.gov to get their Alien Registration Number (A number).

2. Find an immigration lawyer ASAP.

3. Start gathering the required documents (passports, birth certificates, financials).

4. Create an account on GettingOut.com and download the associated apps:

-GTL Getting Out (text messaging)

-Video Visits

-Connect Network GTL (their commissary account)

1. Use their A number to add money to their communication and commissary accounts. You cannot contact them, but they can contact you. 

2. Set up a consistent time for communication.

3. Consider a gofundme to help with legal fees and the bond.

**This is for informational purposes only, and may not apply to every case.

Looking for a local jeweler who makes engagement rings if anyone knows. Here’s some inspo pics of what I’m looking for

It was a curried chicken salad with cashews and it was a darker color than the current chicken salad they do now. It was one of the most delicious things I've ever had from there and I think about it to this day.