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In retirement, Blaine man spreads love of rare trees

Blaine horticulturist Marvin Berson, 73, has been interested in plants since he was six years old. As his father owned a nursery, Berson grew up around plants. Since then, he’s spent most of … more

Blaine Welcome Center reopening with limited hours

Starting Friday, September 25, the Blaine Welcome Center will open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The welcome center, which the Blaine Chamber of Commerce manages on a contract … more

Road Rules: Why allowing cyclists to treat stop signs as yields is better for everyone

Last week I announced the upcoming change to the law that allows cyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs. It takes two parts to give it proper consideration, so if you haven’t already read … more

Border closure extended into October

Non-essential land travel between the U.S./Canada border will remain closed until at least October 21, said Bill Blair, Canada’s minister of public safety, in a September 18 tweet. This is … more

Peace Arch Park becomes pandemic wedding venue for cross-border couples

The coronavirus pandemic has canceled events large and small this summer, from the Tokyo Olympics to family reunions. Some may have thought this year’s wedding season was canceled too, … more

Despite USPS mailer, voters need not request mail-in ballots

Whatcom County voters can disregard postcards from the U.S. Postal Service encouraging them to request a mail-in ballot at least 15 days before Election Day. Ballots will be automatically mailed to … more

Outdoor burn ban and smoky skies over Blaine

All outdoor burning in unincorporated areas of Whatcom County is prohibited until further notice under a September 9 burn ban from the Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office. This includes yard … more

BPD ride-along: On patrol, Blaine officers look for things out of place

As we drove on a warm Wednesday morning in August back into the West 99th Street cul-de-sac, with barely a ditch separating it from 0 Avenue and Canada, telling stories of minor border incidences, … more

Local businesses and organizations receive Whatcom ReStart Covid-19 grants

A countywide program is distributing more than $2.5 million in federal funds to support local businesses impacted by Covid-19. The Whatcom ReStart grants, funded by federal CARES Act dollars, will … more

New partnership working to solve local child care shortage

Opportunity Council and the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce have partnered on a project that aims to expand the region’s market of child care providers. The Northwest Center for Care … more

Data show dramatic increase in online use of WCLS resources

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) has seen a significant increase in electronic use since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. The number of visits to eBook, eAudiobook and on-demand streaming … more

Road Rules: Cyclists can legally treat stop signs as yield signs starting October 1

There’s a new law I want to tell you about (or, more accurately, a change to a current law), but before I do, I’m asking you to have an open mind. And be patient; to give this change of … more

New thrift store brings second-hand treasures to Birch Bay

Opening a thrift store was never on DeAna Kirscheman’s radar as a business venture. But when she moved to Blaine in April, she was left with boxes of items that needed a new home. After selling … more

Blaine schools working to phase in some students, and other school news

New state and federal amendments allowing flexibility for food service and transportation funding are coming as the Blaine school district plans to open its doors to a small cohort of students before … more

BHS grad and voice of longtime WSU sports Bob Robertson passes away

Bob Robertson, Blaine High School graduate and voice of Washington State University Cougar Athletics for more than 50 years, passed away Sunday in University Place, Washington, surrounded by family, … more

Living Pantry opens in downtown Blaine

It’s easy to place convenience before healthy and sustainable choices, foregoing environmentally-friendly products for cheaper, disposable ones. Seppi and Shawna Morris of Living Pantry, a new … more

145 invasive European green crabs caught in Drayton Harbor

Scientists trapped 33 European green crabs last week, 28 of which were in the mouth of Dakota Creek – one of the highest week’s capture since trapping for the invasive species began in … more

Work on Birch Bay berm causing temporary lane closures

Construction on the Birch Bay berm resumed September 8 and will cause single-lane closures on Birch Bay Drive. This week, workers are welding high-density polyethylene pipe sections together that … more

At 91, Don Hrutfiord is still raising cattle on the farm where he grew up

Don Hrutfiord has lived in Blaine his entire life – on the same property. From his early days as a drag racer to taking over the family farm, Hrutfiord said he has lived an interesting life and … more

Road Rules: Disabling the airbag?

Question: I have been concerned about this for years: I am just 5 feet tall and weigh 110 pounds. When driving I need the seat moved forward quite a bit to reach the pedals. Can I, or should I, … more
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