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Blaine schools hit immunization milestones

More Blaine students are vaccinated for measles this year, following recent outbreaks and a new state law that removed an exemption that allowed students to forego the MMR (measles, mumps and … more

Early voting results show executive race is a squeaker

Only 61 votes separate the two candidates for the county executive race, according to preliminary results of the November 5 general election released shortly after 8 p.m. on election day. As of … more

Fisherman’s memoir describes life working for APA salmon canneries

A memoir newly published by the Alaska Packers Association (APA) Museum describes life in early Point Roberts and Blaine, as well as the author’s career working for APA salmon canneries. … more

WSP still investigating deadly Custer hit and run

Washington State Patrol (WSP) is still investigating a deadly hit and run collision that occurred at an I-5 rest area near Custer. Shortly before 3:30 p.m. on October 4, pedestrian Cynthia Stitt … more

Public hearing to address Gateway stormwater pond project

A public hearing will be held concerning the Gateway Regional Storm Facility, a stormwater pond that is currently under construction near the Gateway parcel, also known as the old municipal airport … more

It’s flu season: time to get your vaccine

It’s flu season again, and early reports from the southern hemisphere hint that it may be a doozy when it hits. As in past years, we expect that the flu will affect millions of people and send … more

Eat like a king for breakfast, a prince for lunch and a pauper for supper

It’s the same song I heard again just the other day: “I am eating organic, watching my calories and taking smaller portions – but I am not losing weight!” My response was to … more

WWII dog tags found on the beach connect Blaine’s past and present

Peyton Swope didn’t know what she’d found at first. In 2017, she was walking along the beach of Drayton Harbor near her home when her dog Lexi grabbed something on the shore. … more

Acupuncturist comes to Blaine on Tuesdays

A Bellingham acupuncturist began practicing in Blaine on October 1. Practitioner Rand Dennis, owner of Affordable Acupuncture in Bellingham, decided to extend her practice to Blaine because she … more

Historical photo of the week

First train to come through on the Great Northern Railway’s new waterfront line, March 15, 1909. Clearing the right of way and grading the roadbed had taken an entire year. The route included a … more

Child rape suspect captured in Blaine

A man alleged to have assaulted and raped two young girls was captured by the U.S. Marshals in Blaine with assistance from the Blaine Police Department. On October 30, the U.S. Marshals … more

Representative Van Werven to host town hall

State representative Luanne Van Werven, R-Lynden, will be hosting a town hall meeting in which she will address taxes, transportation, homelessness, the salmon population, education and other … more

Upcoming science forum to address climate change locally

The Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve Citizen Stewardship Committee will be hosting a science forum at Bellingham Technical College on Saturday, November 9. The forum will be from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in … more

Obstruction case dismissed against city council candidate

The case against a Blaine City Council candidate accused of obstructing law enforcement officers has been dismissed, according to the candidate’s attorney. Steven Tojek, a border patrol … more

WCLS may pursue funding library projects through single taxing district

Building a library in Birch Bay and expanding the Blaine Library are the Whatcom County Library System’s top two infrastructure priorities, and it may pursue funding for both using a single … more

Music camp instructors return to play jazz concert

When saxophonist Nick Biello met trumpeter Charlie Porter for the first time at the annual Blaine Harbor Music Camp, it was the beginning of a musical partnership. Hailing from opposite coasts, … more

City council passes resolution opposing Initiative 976

Blaine City Council passed a resolution opposing Initiative 976 after holding a public hearing on the issue at its October 28 meeting. Initiative 976 would limit motor vehicle license fees (car … more

Local author to sign books at Blaine event

Award-winning local author Debu Majumdar will be present at a book-signing event starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 2 at the Blaine United Church of Christ at 885 4th Street. Majumdar will be … more

Community programs can request funds from BBBPRD2

Community programs that promote recreation and leisure activities in the Blaine/Birch Bay area can apply for funding from Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2). Proposals for … more

Cross country teams break new ground

Blaine cross country teams broke new ground at the Northwest Conference meet on October 23 at Civic Stadium in Bellingham, with runners across the board hitting personal best times. The top boys … more
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