Thu, Jun 2, 2011
Feds mistakenly list building for sale
The federal government has announced plans to sell off unused property across the country, but the single federal building listed as unused in Blaine no longer exists.
Fire districts will meet to discuss consolidation
The boards of both North Whatcom Fire and Rescue and Fire District 4 will meet on Thursday to hammer out the details of a contract that would consolidate their services.
The U.S. Border Patrol Report for May 20 - May 24
Fri, May 27, 2011
City hosts dialogue on downtown development
Blaine has the potential to develop a thriving downtown area, but members of the community seem uncertain as to how to go about achieving that goal.
Wed, May 25, 2011
County executive Kremen will not seek re-election
Whatcom County executive Pete Kremen announced Tuesday evening that he will not seek re-election in the 2011 county elections.
13 Blaine, Birch Bay seats up for election
The filing deadline for Whatcom County’s elected positions is approaching, and some of the county’s most influential positions will be up for election in November.
City bans New Year’s Eve fireworks
Blaine residents will have a quieter New Year’s Eve next year after Blaine city council voted 5-2 to ban the use of fireworks on that day.
Blaine gardeners market kicks off Saturday
The Blaine Gardeners Market will kick off its third season Saturday, May 28, at the H Street plaza beginning at 10 a.m.
Auction to benefit Blaine high school grad
Two Blaine women are auctioning off Worldmark vacation packages to help pay for the medical bills of a family member who was recently diagnosed with two brain tumors.
Skip Sahlin, pointing, an SSA Marine project manager, leads a group of grain growers, shippers and public officials on a tour of Cherry Point, just south of the site of the proposed Gateway Pacific Terminal, Thursday, May 19.
Water and sewer district to annex Loomis Trail development
Residents of the Loomis Trail housing development on the south shore of Drayton Harbor will see a reduction in their water bills if the Birch Bay Water and Sewer District (BBWSD) board of commissioners approves annexation of the area.
Lincoln Road construction starts May 31
On May 31, crews from Lynden-based Stremler Gravel will start work on a $2.2 million project to improve Lincoln Road and will eventually close the road for the summer as the project progresses.
Blaine residents Alla Rudoy and her aunt Irina build a new beehive at their home on California Trail last week. The women use the honey for cooking and as gifts for friends and family.
Plover ferry, APA museum open for season
Blaine’s historic Plover ferry will start its season at noon on Friday, May 27.
School board votes to increase athletic fees
It will cost more for athletes to play sports at the middle or high school level after the Blaine school board unanimously approved athletic fee increases at its May 23 meeting.
Brent Brentnall retires after 10 years of service
For a man who spent much of his life unsure of what he wanted to do when he grew up, Brent Brentnall has accomplished quite a bit.
Participants in the Christensen Grove dedication ceremony celebrate with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, May 19.
Blaine student Julian Gonzalez takes a break at Blaine’s “celebration station” as part of the county-wide Bike To Work And School Day event last Friday, May 20.
The U.S. Border Patrol Report for May 15 - 19
Fri, May 20, 2011
School board will vote on increasing athletics fees
Fees for participation in sports at the high or middle school levels in the Blaine school district could increase if the Blaine school board approves the changes at its May 23 meeting.
Thu, May 19, 2011
Horses could be legal on Birch Bay Drive
Horse-drawn carriages could be allowed on a stretch of Birch Bay Drive if Whatcom County Council approves code changes proposed by district three council members Barbara Brenner and Carl Weimer.
Fundraiser to help Blaine graduate
A fish and chips fundraising dinner Saturday will benefit a Blaine high school graduate with brain tumors.
Starting July 1, vehicle access to state parks and other types of state recreation lands across Washington will come with a charge.
New pavilion planned at community center
Youth at the Blaine Boys & Girls Club will have more space to play if plans for a covered pavilion area are completed.
Fire district approves labor contract
After eight months of negotiation, the North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) board of fire commissioners approved a three-year labor contract on April 21 with the International Association of Firefighters Local 106.
Meetings to explore city zoning, codes
A series of meetings beginning next week will discuss the city of Blaine’s downtown zoning and development regulations and give residents a chance to share their input.
Whatcom County Executive Pete Kremen talks to the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce at the C Shop in Birch Bay during the chamber’s monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 17.
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