Wed, Aug 26, 2009
Blaine man seeks help for injured dog
A Blaine man is asking for help with nearly $4,000 in vet bills. His toy poodle service dog was attacked and injured by a dog owned by a Canadian man.
Despite economy, Blaine businesses expand
Though it appears the light at the end of the tunnel is in sight, most would say we have yet to completely emerge from the economic crisis gloom.
Blaine hires new assistant principal, releases WASL test results
Blaine school district students turned in a creditable performance in a report on the Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) test results, according to the district’s director of curriculum, instruction and assessment Deb Cummings.
‘Pet Types’ book signing Saturday to benefit local dog
Ever wonder why your Golden Retriever only likes to go for walks in the rain? Or if your Siamese can tell the difference between the name brand cat food and generic?
Fri, Aug 21, 2009
Hope proves dead end for murder suspect
The cross-border manhunt for former Point Roberts resident Ryan Jenkins ended Sunday with the discovery of his body in the Thunderbird Motel in Hope, B.C. Jenkins had been sought by police from California to Canada after his ex-wife’s defaced body was discovered Saturday, August 15 in a Los Angeles dumpster.
Wed, Aug 19, 2009
Art At The Winery event this weekend
Once again it’s time for one of the premier gathering of artists and vendors in northwest Whatcom County as the second annual Art at the Winery art fair takes place this Saturday, August 22.
DOT: Roundabout project is “golden opportunity”
Plans for a $13 million roundabout project could improve traffic flow downtown and beautify the entrance to the United States, Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) officials said last week.
Hawkins ahead in primary results
Blaine incumbent Charlie Hawkins will face off against political newcomer John George in a race for Blaine City Council ward 2, position 4.
Amtrak offers second train to Vancouver • Volunteers needed to nurture trees • Event offers glimpse of live birds of prey • Blaine high school seeks C volleyball coach
City welcomes new assistant public works director
Bill Bullock has been appointed the new Assistant Public Works Director for the City of Blaine, officials announced. Bullock took over the position August 1 after Dave Bren left in June to pursue a teaching career at Bellingham Technical College.
School board continues collective bargaining process
The Blaine school district and the Blaine Education Association (BEA) remain involved in negotiations over a new collective bargaining agreement, officials said Monday.
Blaine couple celebrates final victory in wall dispute
After waiting more than three years, Herb and Shirley Leu have finished their yard that sits right on the Canadian border with the blessings of the International Border Commission (IBC), even though litigation is still pending between the former courtroom adversaries.
Wed, Aug 12, 2009
Council schedules hearing on sewer extensions
County moves forward on Lincoln Road project
City adjusts water connection fees
Those looking to connect to Blaine’s municipal water during this year could end up paying less than expected.
Health of harbor depends on you
The Puget Sound Restoration Fund (PSRF) and the Community Oyster Farm have played an important role in helping to restore water quality and oyster farming in Drayton Harbor since 2001.
Boys & Girls clubs close Aug. 19 • Whatcom Hospice seeks volunteers • Birch Bay Lions schedules blood drive • Meeting to discuss rural elements plan • School board to discuss 2010 goals • Voters should mail their ballots early • Rep. Ericksen to discuss healthcare
Blaine City Council candidates discuss their platforms
Museum looks at Blaine’s rich maritime history
Today you can relax, golf and enjoy a pedicure at Semiahmoo Resort, but decades ago visitors to the spit would have found themselves knee-deep in fish guts at the Alaska Packers Association cannery.
2009 Steamboat festival, Drayton Harbor
Wed, Aug 5, 2009
What's happening at the Blaine Senior Center
City to hold open house on Semiahmoo plans
The city of Blaine will hold an open house on Thursday, August 6 to publicly present the next step in the Semiahmoo Resort’s development plans.
Peace Arch sculptures get pre-Olympics heave-ho
State officials have confirmed that sculptures at Peace Arch Park must be removed before the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. The statement comes after the United States Canada Peace Anniversary Association’s (USCPAA) application to extend the International Sculpture Exhibition to a year was denied.
Journey of 1,000 miles ends in arrest
A thousand-mile joyride across three states ended just north of Custer on Monday morning, August 3, for five Montana teenagers when they were stopped and arrested by Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies working on a tip from the Billings, Montana police.
Toddler drowns in backyard pool
Ava Bock, an 18-month-old girl drowned Tuesday morning at her Boundary Court home in Blaine after climbing into the family swimming pool. She was found unconscious approximately ten minutes later by a family member. The pool is four feet high and ten feet in diameter, said Lisa Moeller, public information officer for the Blaine police department. It has a small ladder on the side.
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