Wed, Jul 20, 2011
See, sail tall ships during Drayton Harbor Days
Next month’s Drayton Harbor Days will include some very tall visitors in the form of the Lady Washington along with her companion ship Hawaiian Chieftain.
Mature Living Special Section: Choose the right care for your loved one
The Adult Day Health Center (ADHC) at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center will address choosing a care setting for an aging family member in the next installment of its ongoing lecture series, “Facing the Challenges of Aging.”
Mature Living Special Section: Staying active with hearing loss
The stereotype of what it means to have a hearing loss is changing.
U.S. Border Patrol Report: July 11 - July 14, 2011
The U.S. Border Patrol report from July 11 through July 14
Thu, Jul 14, 2011
Discovery Days festival this weekend in Birch Bay
Birch Bay Drive will come alive this weekend as the 32nd annual Discovery Days celebration brings a parade, an arts and crafts festival and the Ducky Derby race.
Council approves bid for Semiahmoo wastewater contract
The city of Blaine will begin treating Semiahmoo’s wastewater now that officials have approved a $1.46 million construction bid.
Forum to host executive candidates
If you have questions for candidates vying for the Whatcom County Executive position, you are invited to submit them for consideration in a public forum.
Blaine meeting discusses height limits
Some Blaine residents and business owners want to see views of the marina and Semiahmoo Spit rather than encourage development on the west side of Peace Portal Drive that would block their views.
City unveils improvements for H Street
Blaine public works staff are planning major improvements for H Street between Peace Portal and the I-5 overpass that, if all goes according to plan, will not cost the city a dime.
Blaine mayor Bonnie Onyon cuts a ribbon during an opening ceremony for Jack Niemann’s Black Forest Steak House at 638 Peace Portal Drive.
Gun accident sends 11-year-old to hospital
A gun accident east of Birch Bay over the weekend sent an 11-year-old to the hospital with a gunshot wound.
Whatcom In Bloom entry deadline is July 29
Whatcom County Parks’ 26th annual Whatcom in Bloom competition is accepting applicants until July 29.
Discover Passes on sale this weekend for $30
Peace Arch State Park volunteers will sell Discover Passes with no processing fee from noon to 2 p.m. this Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 14 through 17, at Peace Arch State Park.
District to present school budget July 25
The Blaine school district is two weeks away from unveiling its 2011/2012 budget to the school board as discussions continue over how roughly $200,000 less salary money from the state will affect the district’s employees.
Young At Heart: Senior center celebrates July
Happy birthday month, America, from the Blaine Senior Center. Let us always be mindful of our wonderful American heritage. We are thankful for our freedom, but we must remember the responsibility it requires.
The U.S. Border Patrol report for July 1 through July 3
Mature Living Special Section: Aging in place: Staying in your own home
My grandpa used to say, “I remember when bread cost a nickel,” and I couldn’t believe he was in his right mind. When I found myself saying something similar to my daughter about the cost of gas, I realized I was following my grandpa on the path of nostalgia.
Wed, Jul 13, 2011
Extra speed patrols scheduled July 15 through August 7
Emphasis part of a statewide "Slow Down or Pay Up" campaign.
Thu, Jul 7, 2011
Blaine’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July Parade 2011
Blaine celebrated Independence Day with its annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July Parade
Fire districts agree on consolidation
The consolidation of North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) and Fire District 4 is complete after district officials from both sides signed a contract at a joint meeting last week.
Golf camp open to Blaine, Birch Bay youth
Youth ages 11 through 17 who are interested in golf can sign up for the 2011 Junior Golf Camp to be held at the Birch Bay Village Golf Course.
Run To The Border volunteers sought
Organizers for this year’s Run to the Border event need volunteers to help with registration and at the finish line.
Blaine Jazz Festival starts Sunday
Blaine residents can get their jazz on this weekend as the 10th annual Blaine Jazz Festival kicks off with the gypsy jazz band Pearl Django, of Seattle.
City considers purchase of Banner Bank building
Blaine city hall could occupy the four-story Banner Bank building downtown if the details of a purchase and sales agreement are finalized.
Blaine man pleads guilty in email scam
A Blaine man pleaded guilty on Wednesday, June 29, to wire fraud and four counts of willfully failing to file tax returns in connection with an Internet scam often associated with Nigeria.
Golf tournament to benefit youth football team
The Blaine High School football boosters and football coaches will host a fundraiser golf tournament this month to raise money for the Blaine middle school football team.
Sarah Erickson, a recently graduated Blaine Home Connection student, was recognized at a recent Blaine school district board of directors meeting for being the only Running Start student to receive a 4.0 grade point average this year.
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