Thu, May 8, 2008
The Whatcom County Sheriff’s office’s marine services unit will offer a boater education course for local boaters. This eight-hour course was...
Older boat radios should be replaced by 2009
What if you call 911 and no one ever answers?Starting February 1, 2009 that is exactly what will happen for boaters who have the older model EPIRBs (Emergency...
Birch Bay couple charged in dead bird case
The former owners of a Birch Bay property where county officials found more than 80 dead domestic fowl last winter have been charged with animal cruelty...
Workshops explore beach wonders
County appoints five to BBWARM
Whatcom County Council appointed five people to the new Birch Bay Watershed and Aquatic Resources Management (BBWARM) advisory committee Tuesday night,...
Port pushes for pricey Marine Drive project
The Port of Bellingham is taking an aggressive approach to its Blaine harbor properties both in what it expects a private developer to pony up and when...
Arts association appoints Kuuskmann to board
Changes are underway at the Pacific Arts Association, the group that organizes the annual jazz festival and presents high quality concerts locally. Last...
Thu, May 1, 2008
Emergency response exercise planned May 6
Tuesday’s scheduled onslaught of military and emergency vehicles along major roadways may look like an invading force but county officials say residents...
Public health meetings cover range of topics
Birch Bay and Blaine area residents can shape public health policies and programs to make Whatcom County a healthier place. An opportunity to offer input...
Rain gardens a sound solution to pollution
WSU Master Gardeners, in conjunction with the Watershed Master/Beach Watcher volunteers, have a new project on their shovels – rain gardens.
Blaine community garden plots still available
World-class tenor singing Saturday at PAC
Just two weeks after performing for former British Prime Minister Tony Blair at Dublin Castle, Irish tenor Anthony Kearns will perform in the Blaine School...
Blaine woman killed in Lynden crash
A Blaine woman was killed and two others injured Tuesday following a two-car accident on Badger Road.
Shark attack victim had Birch Bay home
Dave Martin, a San Diego area veterinarian and part-time Birch Bay resident, was killed last week by a Great White Shark off the coast of California while...
City approves airport rezone 4-0
The city of Blaine is one step closer to seeing its municipal airport redeveloped with a potential mix of commercial and industrial uses.
School board to revisit budget cuts on May 8
The Blaine school district board of directors will hold a special meeting May 8 to further discuss possible program reductions in the upcoming school year...
Greenough to fill council’s ward 3 position
A Blaine planning commissioner is set to fill the ward 3 position on Blaine City Council, following a 4-1 decision.
Thu, Apr 24, 2008
The local commercial crab season is officially over until next October for non-Indian fishers. Treaty Indian crab fishers usually have several openings...
Semiahmoo International Regatta is cross-border fun
If you’ve ever wanted an up close and personal look at a state-of-the-art racing sailboat, this weekend is your chance. The tenth annual Semiahmoo...
Eco-fertilizer keeps the grass green and the water clean
Whether it’s because we’re imitating medieval barons who surrounded their country manors with sheep pastures or it’s because we&rsquo...
Faith is philosophy behind Birch Bay Family Medicine
Blaine officer Balmer to retire after 20 years of service
On April 30, Doug Balmer will patrol the streets of Blaine for the last time as he is set to retire after 34 years in law enforcement. He has spent the...
‘Salmonar’ fishing classes begin May 1
Jim Jorgensen’s famed salmon fishing class, Salmonar, is back for 2008.
Developer to begin Harborside condos
California developer Art Weiner said Tuesday that he plans to begin construction of the long delayed Harborside condominium project at the southwest corner...
Board proposes cuts for next school year
The Blaine school district, pinched by rising fuel costs, increased personnel expenses and an untimely enrollment slump, will have to cut as much as $655,000...
Trillium to provide more open space, trails
Blaine residents could enjoy improved walkways and better public amenities on Semiahmoo Spit with the completion of a planned 68-unit cottage development...
Thu, Apr 17, 2008
Poor salmon runs hurt Indians, non-Indians alike
Fishing opportunities in Northwest waters have just about disappeared. It’s a situation that has strained relations between Indians and non-Indians...
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