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Bellingham News: New Invoicing Platform, Safety Tips, Facility Closure

Saturday, July 11, 2026

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Whatcom County Public Health will switch from mailing to emailing permit and renewal invoices starting in October, according to a July 9 announcement. The county also released a summer safety checklist for residents planning outdoor activities, including music festivals and nature outings. The checklist was published June 30. Additionally, the Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed July 3-4 for the Fourth of July holiday, per a June 26 notice.

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Whatcom County Public Health will switch from mailing to emailing permit and renewal invoices starting in October“Permit and renewal invoices will be emailed instead of mailed starting in October.”
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The switch from mailing to emailing permit and renewal invoices was announced on July 9“Permit and renewal invoices will be emailed instead of mailed starting in October.”
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Whatcom County released a summer safety checklist for residents planning outdoor activities“Summer in the Pacific Northwest is an incredible time to get outside. Whether you’re planning to dance at a music festival, attend a Fan Zone event, or just spend a quiet afternoon basking in nature, we’ve got tips to help you get the most out of summer.”
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The summer safety checklist was published on June 30“PNW Summer Safety Checklist — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:10:52 -0800 Summer in the Pacific Northwest is an incredible time to get outside. Whether you’re planning to dance at a music festival, attend a Fan Zone event, or just spend a quiet afternoon basking in nature, we’ve got tips to help you get the most out of summer. Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5583”
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The summer safety checklist includes music festivals and nature outings“Summer in the Pacific Northwest is an incredible time to get outside. Whether you’re planning to dance at a music festival, attend a Fan Zone event, or just spend a quiet afternoon basking in nature, we’ve got tips to help you get the most out of summer.”
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Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed July 3-4“The Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, for the 4th of July holiday.”
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The closure of Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility is for the Fourth of July holiday“The Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, for the 4th of July holiday.”
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The closure of Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility was announced on June 26“Planned Closure: Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility, July 3-4 — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:25:03 -0800 The Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics facility will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, for the 4th of July holiday. Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5579”