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School district has funding for future school property in Birch Bay, says finance director

Blaine school district finance director Amber Porter told district board members during the October 25 regular school board meeting the district has the funds to purchase a property in Birch Bay that … more

By Ian Haupt | 10/27/21 06:28 PM

Two potential buyers eye purchasing Alcoa smelter

Over a year after the Alcoa Corporation laid off 700 workers at its Intalco Works aluminum smelter, two potential buyers are reportedly eyeing the Ferndale plant. Don Goldberg, director of … more

By Grace McCarthy | 10/27/21 06:27 PM

Deer Trail to return to 2-lane traffic next week

An eroded roadway in Birch Bay will reopen to two-lane traffic after Whatcom County Public Works Department contractors install temporary erosion and sediment controls where a landslide closed the … more

By Ian Haupt | 10/27/21 06:27 PM

Don't forget to vote by Tuesday, November 2

Election Day is just around the corner as the deadline to submit ballots to vote on countywide positions is 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 2. Positions up for election include seats on Blaine City … more

10/27/21 06:24 PM

Emergency? What emergency?

A three-part proposal to provide emergency aid to Point Roberts was thrown back into the county executive’s lap after Whatcom County Council barely managed to rouse itself from torpor to … more

By Pat Grubb | 10/27/21 06:24 PM

Community Toy Store seeks gift donations as registration opens

As the holidays fast approach, Community Assistance Program (CAP) is preparing for its annual Community Toy Store, with registration and donations opening Monday, November 1. The toy store allows … more

By Grace McCarthy | 10/27/21 06:24 PM

Blaine chamber luncheon on November 3

The Blaine Chamber of Commerce is having an in-person luncheon on Wednesday, November 3 at the Blaine Harbor Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive. The featured speaker will be John Michener, economic … more

10/27/21 06:17 PM

Downtown Blaine businesses welcome fall with seasonal decorations

10/27/21 06:16 PM

Rules of the Road: The correct way to drive near emergency vehicles

Question: I know there’s a law about slowing down and moving over for emergency vehicles, but can you explain what that means? Do I slow down and move over, or is it one or the other? And … more

By Doug Dahl | 10/27/21 06:16 PM

Custer rest stop to be closed for at least the next three months

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has closed several rest stops along I-5 between Everett and the U.S./Canada border, including in Custer, due to a lack of resources. The … more

By Ian Haupt | 10/27/21 06:16 PM

Wyman resigns for federal election security position

Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman announced October 26 that she will resign from her role in the state to serve as senior election security lead for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure … more

10/27/21 06:16 PM

City amends contract to make way for new development on Gateway property

Blaine City Council unanimously voted to amend a contract between the city of Blaine and Boblett Properties LLC to allow the company to sell its property on 1300 Boblett Street to Ben’s … more

By Grace McCarthy | 10/27/21 06:15 PM

Obituary: Arthur MacArthur

Arthur MacArthur February 27, 1924 - October 19, 2021 Arthur C. MacArthur born February 27, 1924 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Freda Mable McCoy MacArthur and Albert Dudley … more

10/27/21 06:10 PM

Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district boundaries: October 23

The highest number of people with Covid-19 at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center was reported this week. On October 25, 42 people at the hospital had either been admitted for Covid-19 or tested … more

By Grace McCarthy | 10/27/21 04:54 PM

Blaine Police Department Reports: October 28-November 3, 2021

Oct. 16, 9:02 a.m.: Theft report on Garfield Avenue. Oct. 16, 11:14 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on H Street. Oct. 16, 1:29 p.m.: Welfare check on Boblett Street. Oct. 16, 1:38 p.m.: 911 … more

10/27/21 04:47 PM

Sheriff's Reports, October 28-November 3, 2021

Oct. 17, 10:21 a.m.: Theft on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Oct. 17, 10:39 a.m.: Drugs on Harborview Road and Birch Bay Drive. Oct. 17, 10:52 a.m.: Littering on H Street Road. Oct. 17, 1:56 … more

10/27/21 04:46 PM

Letters to The Editor: October 28-November 3, 2021

The Editor: As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we have much for which to be thankful. Just a few short months ago, we were shocked to discover that our venerable sanctuary at Trinity … more

10/27/21 04:43 PM

Crossword Puzzle Answers: October 28-November 3, 2021

10/27/21 04:41 PM

BP invests $269 million into Cherry Point to bring 300 jobs, reduce emissions

BP will invest $269 million in three projects at the Cherry Point Refinery to improve the refinery’s efficiency, reduce its carbon dioxide emissions by 7 percent and double its renewable diesel … more

By Ian Haupt | 10/21/21 02:53 PM

Border reopening offers no magic pill for border towns

News that the U.S. would open its land borders to vaccinated travelers on November 8 was met with relief by border towns along the northern border and recognition that much more needs to be done … more

By Pat Grubb | 10/21/21 02:49 PM