Bellingham drivers facing pain at the pump — average gas prices continue to rise

Gas prices are on the rise in Bellingham and the surrounding area. The average regular fuel prices for Bellingham is $4.48 a gallon, up nearly 10 cents from a week ago and up about 20 cents from this time last year, according to AAA. Average prices for premium gas may shock drivers — it sits at $5.04, up 40 cents from this time last year. Overall, Washington state’s average gas price is up nearly a dollar from the U.S. average gas price — Washington drivers pay $4.48 a gallon on aver