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Blaine Library supporters continue work on new library

Friends of Blaine Library (FOBL) is continuing to raise funds for the future Blaine Library while waiting for Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) to give word on what the path forward will look … more

Blaine track and field athletes place at Bedlington

Twelve high schools from Whatcom, Skagit and North Mason counties traveled to Lynden for the Bedlington Invitational track meet March 25. The young Borderite track team took top fives and 10s in … more

To the residents of Birch Bay, Blaine and Whatcom County

We are so saddened to have learned recently that Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) decided not to use the original homestead at 7968 Birch Bay Drive for the Birch Bay library branch, and instead … more

School board considers holding public work session to discuss budget

As talks about planning for next school year’s budget begin, the Blaine school board has yet to decide whether it will hold a work session this summer for the board and public to see how district … more

BBWSD disconnects 15 customers, 49 delinquent with $27,800 owed

Birch Bay Water and Sewer District (BBWSD) returned to shutoffs at the beginning of March for customers behind on payments and who had not entered into a repayment plan. While the district still … more

Blaine school board supports expansive anti-vaping lawsuit

The Blaine school board formally supported superintendent Christopher Granger’s work with Spokane-based law firm Stevens Clay, P.S. in having the Blaine school district join a pending lawsuit … more

In the garden ...

A recent discussion of native plants (via the Washington Native Plant Society, I think) led me to check out Hitchcock and Cronquist’s Flora of the Pacific Northwest. When this hefty tome arrived at … more

Blaine chamber meeting to host city manager

Blaine city manager Michael Jones will speak at Blaine Chamber of Commerce’s April networking luncheon. The city manager will discuss economic development and city updates during the in-person … more

Road Rules: Can you change multiple lanes at once on the highway?

Question: Sometimes while driving on a freeway with three or more lanes I’ll see another driver change two or more lanes at once. I was under the impression that you’re only supposed to change … more

Semiahmoo Yacht Club offering free moorage to other yacht clubs

Semiahmoo Yacht Club (SYC) will offer two nights of free moorage at Blaine Harbor for other yacht clubs participating in a reciprocal slip program. The club decided on Blaine, opposed to Semiahmoo, … more

Kimberli Shea promoted at Umpqua Bank

Umpqua Bank promoted Blaine resident Kimberli Shea from store manager to assistant vice president and satellite manager. In her new role, Shea oversees bank staffing and operations for both Blaine … more

Umpqua Bank celebrates national volunteer month in April

It’s a great time to spring into action for National Volunteer Month this April. There is no shortage of volunteers needed in the Blaine area, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to … more

DOH recommends second Covid-19 booster for people over 50, immunocompromised

Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is recommending a second Covid-19 booster for people 50 years and older as well as some people who are immunocompromised. Those who qualify should receive … more

Letters to The Editor: March 31-April 6, 2022

The Editor: Thank you, The Northern Light, for alerting us to Blaine resident Dolores Jordan’s Ukrainian support efforts. Wanting to help, we’re privileged to know our donations will go … more

Obituary: Cameron Alexander Fladland

Cameron Alexander Fladland December 6, 1997 – March 25, 2022 Cameron Alexander Fladland, of Circle, MT, passed away at the age of 24 on Friday, March 25, 2022, in Billings, MT Cameron … more

Obituary: Jeremy Oostra

Jeremy Oostra January 22, 1974 – March 21, 2022 Jeremy was a Whatcom county native and resided with his wife Amy in Birch Bay. He will be greatly missed and will be forever in our … more

Sheriff's Reports, March 31-April 6, 2022

March 12, 5:43 a.m.: Behavioral health issue on Surf Place. March 12, 10 a.m.: Trespass on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. March 12, 10:36 a.m.: Sex offender registration on Alder Street. March 12, … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: March 31-April 6, 2022

March 19, 4:49 a.m.: Trespass on D Street. March 19, 9:58 a.m.: Assist other agency outside city limits. March 19, 11:55 p.m.: Driving under the influence on Boblett Street. March 20, 6:57 … more
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