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U.S. congresswomen demand apology on CBP’s detention of Iranian-Americans

U.S. congresswomen are demanding a formal apology from U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) after officers detained almost 100 Iranian-Americans nearly two years ago at the Peace Arch Border … more

Op-Ed: What if everyone here had what they needed?

As we enter the giving season, people nationwide will be looking to give back to the communities that have supported them. They’ll also look to ensure that their heartfelt giving – … more

One Asian giant hornet found in B.C., but none detected in Whatcom County

Later this month state scientists will ask the public to end their Asian giant hornet trapping efforts for the year after both scientists and the public have turned up empty-handed on more sightings … more

Birch Bay man arrested on child pornography charges

A Birch Bay man was arrested last week on suspicion of possessing child pornography. Bellingham Police Department officers arrested Birch Bay resident Jon Thomas Lakey, 46, on November 3 after … more

Covid-19 hospitalizations remain high in county

Hospitalizations continue to be greater than the Covid-19 peak in January 2021. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham had 35 patients on November 8 who had either been admitted for … more

Staffing shortages impacting WSDOT operations

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) closed the Custer rest stop and two others on I-5 between Everett and the Canadian border October 15 until early next year, when it will … more

Celebration of Life: Gary L. Abel

Gary L. Abel January 26, 1943–April 21, 2020 There will be a memorial service for Gary Abel on November 14, 2021 at 2 p.m., at the American Legion Post 86, 4580 Legion Drive, … more

Obituary: Guy Manuel Hughes

Guy Manuel Hughes 1924–2021 On Monday, October 25, 2021, in the embrace of his family, Guy Manuel Hughes peacefully passed on to be at rest in the warmth and glory of the Lord and to be … more

How comparing medicare plans could save you money

Medicare Open Enrollment is here. Now’s the time to review coverage and select a plan that meets your health care needs. Medicare’s Open Enrollment period gives everyone with Medicare … more

Letters to The Editor: November 11-17, 2021

The Editor: When I read Professor Harrell’s article in the October 21-27 edition regarding the “Challenges of Climate Change,” I think of the person who keeps crying … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: November 11-17, 2021

Oct. 30, 12:01 a.m.: Traffic control problem on Boblett Street. Oct. 30, 11:57 a.m.: Trespass letter on H Street. Oct. 30, 3:40 p.m.: Behavioral health problem on H Street. Oct. 30, 6:20 … more

Sheriff's Reports, November 11-17, 2021

Oct. 29, 11:43 a.m.: Request for law enforcement on Stein Road, Custer. Oct. 29, 12:11 p.m.: Civil problem on Peace Park Drive. Oct. 29, 3:31 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on E Sunset Drive and … more

Girls soccer play Bush Saturday in Sammamish, winner to state

Blaine girls soccer will take on Bush Saturday, November 6, at Sammamish High School at 11 a.m. The winner will advance to the state tournament and play sometime next weekend. The Lady Borderites, … more

Less than stellar voter turnout for November election

By 8 p.m. Election Day, 83 percent, or 49,925, of the approximately 60,000 ballots received by the Whatcom County auditor’s office had been counted. The auditor’s office had about 10,000 more … more

Unvaccinated Borderite cheer coach fired for not meeting school exemption accommodations

The Blaine school board voted in favor of terminating the employment of cheer coach Christie Peetoom at its October 25 regular meeting after she didn’t meet school exemption accommodations for the … more

Whatcom County Council reverses vote on Drayton Harbor no-shooting zone

Whatcom County Council unanimously voted 7-0 on October 26 to reverse its decision to create a Drayton Harbor no-shooting zone, just two weeks after the group narrowly voted on the issue. The … more

Football beats rival Nooksack with fourth-quarter comeback on senior night

In a massive turnaround, scoring three touchdowns in the fourth quarter against rival Nooksack Valley, Blaine turned their season into a winning one on senior night last Friday. Early into the … more

Tony Andrews leaves Tony’s Just A Bite after nearly 40 years of owning restaurants in Blaine

After nearly 40 years of serving loyal customers, Tony Andrews bid farewell to Blaine and Tony’s Just A Bite on October 31. “I think Blaine is the best place in Washington state and I’m … more
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