Wed, Jun 10, 2009
Blaine High School Class of 2009
Congratulations graduates!
Blaine gardener’s market kicks off Saturday
Those wishing to support local farmers will soon be able to do so on a whole new level.
Council delays critical areas ordinance
Following heated testimony from landowners, developers and environmental groups on Monday, Blaine City Council voted down a critical areas ordinance (CAO) 4-3 that would increase buffer zones around wetlands, and scheduled a work session to amend the ordinance in what some councilors called an attempt to balance environmental protections with property rights.
City unveils proposal for UGA cuts
Following requirements by the Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA) Blaine community development director Terry Galvin unveiled a proposal that would cut the city’s urban growth area (UGA) by two-thirds.
Teacher awards and scholarships
City offers walk-in passport appointments • Voluntary watering begins June 15 • Candidates file for Blaine City Council • Need help? Hire a football player • Officers arrest murder suspect at border • Pancake breakfast scheduled June 20 • Boys & Girls Club seeks auction items
Opry kicks off season June 13 at Haynie Grange
A group of Custer musicians have scheduled this year’s Haynie Opry series with a beginning performance on June 13 at the Haynie Grange.
Blaine ordinance may allow chickens
Some Blaine residents could raise chickens in city limits if Blaine City Council adopts a staff proposal later this month.
Father’s Day concert to benefit Peace Arch park playground
Piano for a cause... A Father’s Day piano concert will help raise money to replace aging playground equipment at Peace Arch State Park.
Blaine graduate recounts time at Kenyan orphanage
Helping hands. Blaine high school graduate Shanelle Freeman recounts her experience at a Kenyan orphanage.
North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) Chief Tom Fields was named fire chief of the year by the Washington Fire Chief’s Association (WFCA) at their annual meeting in Spokane last month.
Thu, Jun 4, 2009
News from the Blaine Senior Center
Wed, Jun 3, 2009
The Plover ferry is back in business for the season Friday and Saturday noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Drayton Harbor.
County moving to annual property assessments
Whatcom County assessor Keith Willnauer has announced he plans to institute annual property assessments ahead of a state-mandated deadline.
Volunteers needed to build Peace Portal trail
The Blaine Parks and Cemetery Board and Northwest Park and Recreation District 2 are looking for volunteers to help build a new gravel pathway along the north side of Peace Portal Drive.
Run To The Border this weekend
The annual Run To The Border race to benefit Girls On The Run of northwest Washington is back.
Expert to lead Semiahmoo bird walks • Birch Bay Sandcastle contest June 20 • NWPRD2 forms new kickball league • Birch Bay blood drive Monday, June 15 • Volunteers needed for clam survey June 6 • State programs offer help for uninsured • School math materials review June 11
Blaine’s longest-run business to close August 31
Say goodbye... Blaine’s longest running business, Goff’s Department Store, will close its doors for good on August 31.
Birch Bay gardener opens Country Gardens & More
Gardening and much more... A new Birch Bay business offers a wide variety of plants.
Everyday Fitness anniversary party
Blaine high school Evening of the Arts, 2009
Blaine high school students showcased their best work last Thursday.
BP - Cherry Point Bay Builders
Great kids doing great things
Thu, May 28, 2009
Family opens kayak and bike rental business
Those looking for a fun way to get outdoors now have more choices in their own backyard. Blaine resident Gail Walker and her husband Britain opened Paddle and Pedal Adventures bike and kayak rentals at the end of Semiahmoo spit last Monday.
Free Services Available at May 30 Citizenship Day
Volunteer immigration attorneys, paralegals and interpreters offer FREE citizenship application assistance to legal permanent residents in Washington state; program expands services to three dates in 11 cities, including Mt.Vernon, Lacey, Pasco and Vancouver, Wash. on May 30
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