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Some BBPRD2 fitness classes return for phase 2

The Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2) is re-opening following its closure during phase 1 of Washington state’s four-phase Safe Start re-opening plan.  Zumba and … more

State parks adds two free days

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission has moved two free days that were lost in April due to Covid-19 related closures to later in the year. On Sunday, September 13 and Saturday, … more

Blaine city council recognizes “Juneteenth Independence Day”

The Blaine City Council designated June 19, 2020 as Juneteenth Independence Day at its June 22 council meeting, recognizing June 19,1865 as the day slavery legally came to an end in the United … more

City council allows dining, retail in downtown plazas until October 1

On June 9, Blaine city manager Michael Jones issued an emergency order allowing businesses to use plaza space, with a special permit. Subsequently, Blaine City Council approved the order at its June … more

Statewide mask mandate starts Friday

A statewide mandate that requires people who are in public and cannot distance more than six feet to wear cloth face coverings will go into effect on Friday, June 26. The public health order, a legal … more

Whatcom Unified Command status report for June 16

According to the Whatcom County Health Department, there have been 453 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the county as of June 10 and 38 people with the virus have died. For a closer look at the … more

Is Whatcom on track for phase 3?

Whatcom County entered phase 2 of the state’s Safe Start Covid-19 re-opening plan on June 5, and could be eligible to apply for phase 3 on June 26. Counties must apply to the Washington State … more

Blaine musician hosting June 25 forum on race

“It’s a hard time to be a white American right now.” “Honestly, this pandemic isn’t over and I’m confused to see all these people out protesting over one … more

Sheriff's office preps for busy Birch Bay Fourth of July

Birch Bay is historically a popular spot for unofficial Fourth of July gatherings and fireworks. An annual post-holiday cleanup, organized by the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, Whatcom County Health … more

Border closure extended

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the U.S./Canada border closure would be extended another 30 days until July 21. The previous closure agreement was set to expire on June … more

Kindergarten enrollment is low so far for Blaine Primary School

Kindergarten enrollment for Blaine Primary School rose after staying at a lower number than seen in previous years during phase 1 of the coronavirus.  School district superintendent … more

Whatcom Unified Command status report for June 10

According to the Whatcom County Health Department, there have been 420 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the county as of June 10 and 38 people have died. For a closer look at the figures, click here or … more

Immediate family members may be allowed into Canada under new exemption

The Canadian government announced June 8 that family members separated by the U.S./Canada border will be allowed to enter Canada under certain conditions. Speaking at his daily news conference, Prime … more

Local real estate on HGTV June 14

Peace Arch Real Estate, a Blaine-based real estate company, will be featured on an episode of HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt” show that will air on Sunday, June 14 at 7:30 … more

Local chambers distributing free masks for businesses

Whatcom Unified Command (WUC), the multi-jurisdictional group that assembled to respond to Covid-19 in Whatcom County, is distributing more than 100,000 single-use facemasks to help businesses with … more

Hands Across the Border going virtual June 14

Since the U.S./Canada border is closed to all but essential travel, the annual Hands Across the Border Celebration is going online this year.   The event, which celebrates peaceful … more

Pre-recorded Blaine graduation ceremony to air Friday

Blaine High School seniors will graduate this year in a pre-recorded ceremony of students receiving their diploma on Friday, June 12 at 5 p.m. A socially distant recording of students walking … more

Whatcom County moves to phase 2

Whatcom County received approval on June 5 to move to phase 2 of Washington state's four-phase Safe Start re-opening plan. Under phase 2, more businesses can open and small gatherings can … more

School board approves new three-year contract for superintendent

The Blaine school board unanimously approved a three-year contract for Blaine school district superintendent Christopher Granger during its virtual meeting on May 26. The contract, starting on … more

Mental health and isolation during social distancing

One of the most important ways we can slow the spread of Covid-19 is to stay home and physically distance ourselves from others. Unfortunately, this method of containing the spread of the virus has … more
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