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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

Semiahmoo golfers make $14,000 donation to food bank

When Sally Church heard a group of retired recreational golfers wanted to raise money for the Blaine Food Bank, she expected their small tournament to yield a few hundred dollars. When the Good Old … more

More Asian giant hornet sightings in Birch Bay

Asian giant hornet sightings continue in Birch Bay as workers start appearing for the fall. The two most recent sightings occurred August 18 and 19, bringing the total count of confirmed hornet … more

Weekly Covid-19 testing to continue in Birch Bay

Whatcom County plans to continue low-barrier Covid-19 testing at the Birch Bay Bible Community Church on Tuesday mornings in the coming weeks. Last week, the county’s mobile testing program … more

Winter clothing drive is on through September

With winter on the way, the Community Assistance Program (CAP) and Interfaith Coalition are collecting warm clothing through the end of September for their annual winter clothing drive. CAP is … more

WTA increases service to Blaine and Birch Bay

Upon request from riders who needed earlier transportation to work, the Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) is adding earlier weekday trips on Route 75, with service from Birch Bay and Blaine to … more

Family Service Center providing food and hygiene supplies

The Blaine school district’s Family Service Center (FSC) has been serving the community since 1997, and though its employees are working remotely during the pandemic, the FSC is still available … more

Custer man arrested after Birch Bay-Lynden Road accident

An August 28 vehicle collision on Birch Bay-Lynden Road and Holiday Drive resulted in a Blaine resident being sent to the hospital and the arrest of a Custer man for vehicular assault. Lanes were … more

Pregnant orcas have researchers excited, but is it too soon to celebrate?

When Dr. Holly Fearnbach and Dr. John Durban noticed the bodies of two female southern resident orcas widening just behind their dorsal fins, they knew it could mean only one thing: … more

Celebrate Whatcom Water Week with virtual Run with the Chums

The 8th annual Run with the Chums event, started by the Whatcom Conservation District in 2013 to spread watershed awareness, will proceed this year – despite the pandemic – by virtually … more

Argument over Covid-19 ends at Whatcom County jail

Two Blaine roommates had an altercation over Covid-19 that ended in one being booked into Whatcom County Jail on fourth degree assault. On August 22 at 8:56 p.m., Blaine police responded to a … more

Picnic with a Purpose provides companionship for local seniors

Due to the pandemic, the Whatcom Council on Aging had to cancel this summer’s Senior Day in the Park – an annual picnic and resource fair at Hovander Homestead Park in Ferndale – … more

U.S. Representatives join forces in calling for more flexibility for Point Roberts

U.S. representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Collin Peterson (MN-07), her counterpart from Minnesota, have joined forces to ask the Canadian government to provide more flexibility and clarity for … more
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