Just Poké, the award-winning Pacific Northwest restaurant known for its fresh, healthy, and sustainable poké, is expanding to Bellingham with the launch of Catch by Just Poké inside Walmart at 4420 Meridian St.
Author: Fernando Gonzalez
Fernando Gonzalez founded Bellingham Metro News (BMN) in 2019, leveraging years of experience in digital content creation and grassroots journalism. His journey began in 2013 with a YouTube channel that grew to over 11,000 subscribers, featuring video game commentary and vlog content.
In 2014, Fernando launched intGBN, a news page on Facebook that gained over 2,000 followers. By 2017, he was volunteering for Whatcom Breaking News, where he reported on developing situations using a handheld scanner. The skills he gained from this experience became instrumental in BMN’s early success.
Fernando covers diverse topics, including crime, local news, business developments, and new establishments. He’s recognized as the driving force behind BMN’s online publication, producing bodycam commentaries, retail theft news, and the popular “What’s Coming to Whatcom County” series.
Beyond BMN, Fernando leads other ventures, including Portland Breaking News, Seattle Metro News, BMN Global News, and Fernslist: Washington State, solidifying his role as a key figure in regional journalism.
Deputy Injured in Accidental Discharge near Bellingham
A Whatcom County Sheriff’s deputy sustained a non-life-threatening injury Tuesday afternoon after a firearm was accidentally discharged following the arrest of a suspect in Lynden.
Chingy, Ginuwine and Ying Yang Twins Set to Headline Fair in Lynden
Hip-hop R&B and Music fans in Northwest Washington are in for a night of pure nostalgia as the Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center announces Hip Hop Throwback Night. Featuring an all-star lineup of Chingy, Ginuwine, and the Ying Yang Twins
The Bellingham Boardwalk: The Heartbeat of Our City
Spanning the breathtaking Bellingham Bay, the Boardwalk offers some of the most stunning, unobstructed views in town.
Whatcom Business Alliance Reveals Finalists for 38th Annual Whatcom Business Awards
The Whatcom Business Alliance (WBA) has unveiled the finalists for the 38th Annual Whatcom Business Awards, set to take place on March 27, 2025.
Authorities, alongside FBI Continue Search for Missing Lummi Elder Besalynn M. James
The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the FBI and the Lummi Nation Police Department, is actively searching for Besalynn M. James, a missing elder of the Lummi Tribal Nation who disappeared last month.
Pickford Film Center Expands in Downtown Bellingham
Pickford Film Center (PFC), a beloved cornerstone of Downtown Bellingham’s arts and culture scene since 1998, is set to expand with a second location, thanks to a commercial property loan from Bank of the Pacific.
Whatcom Family YMCA’s Campbell Phillips Elected Youth Governor for Washington State’s 78th Youth Legislature
The Whatcom Family YMCA is proud to announce that Campbell Phillips, a member of its Youth and Government (YAG) delegation, has been elected Youth Governor for Washington State’s 78th Youth Legislature.
El Rey Night Club and Restaurant Hosts Super Bowl LIX Viewing Party to Celebrate New Indian Cuisine
To celebrate this exciting expansion, El Rey is hosting a Super Bowl LIX viewing party on Sunday, February 9th. With multiple screens, game-day specials, and an electric atmosphere, the event will be a perfect blend of sports excitement and the restaurant’s vibrant nightlife.
Miami Heat Trade Jimmy Butler to Golden State Warriors in Blockbuster Deal
In a stunning move, the Miami Heat are finalizing a trade to send six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson, and a protected first-round pick.