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Whatcom Museum features artists from across the U.S.

Meg Aubrey: The Pick Up, 2017; Oil on panel, 20 x 30 in. The Whatcom Museum is showcasing 57 artists from across the U.S. as part of its third biennial Bellingham National 2019 Juried Art Exhibition … more

Traffic rules have changed for Birch Bay Drive

By Jami Makan The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is reminding the public that traffic rules have changed for Birch Bay Drive in the wake of the destructive December 20 … more

Arts & Jazz event raises funds for the fine arts

The Arts & Jazz auction took place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 2 at Blaine Middle School. Hosted by the Blaine Fine Arts Association, the event included two silent and a live auction with all … more

Blaine police chief abruptly resigns to return to LAPD

By Stefanie Donahue With just over 160 days of service at the Blaine Police Department under his belt, Allen Schubert abruptly resigned from his position as police chief. The … more

Summer camp dormitories vandalized in Birch Bay

The discharge of fire extinguishers left residue on carpets and walls that require extensive cleanup. By Jami Makan An investigation is underway after three Lions Camp Horizon dormitory buildings in … more

New member appointed to Blaine City Council

Blaine resident Jaime Arnett, l., was sworn in by city clerk Samuel Crawford, r., after she was appointed to Blaine City Council at its January 28 meeting. Six individuals had applied for the vacant … more

Murder suspect arrested after abandoning stolen vehicle in Blaine

Courtesy of the Blaine Police Department By Jami Makan A homicide suspect was arrested earlier this week in Surrey, B.C. after illegally crossing the border in Blaine, where he left a stolen van. … more

School board approves 2,000-seat grandstand design

District identifies ways to pay for potential cost overrun By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine school board on January 28 voted unanimously to move forward with a … more

Proposed development draws criticism from Semiahmoo residents

Property owners Rolf and Linda Haugen submitted applications to the city to build 29 single-family lots on approximately 10 acres on the 8900 block of Semiahmoo Parkway. Illustration courtesy of the … more

Blaine wrestlers look toward postseason

Blaine’s Aidan Button wrestles an opponent from Bellingham during a January 23 meet at Bellingham High School. Photo by Christina Hall By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine boys varsity wrestling team ended … more

Retiree makes 52 baby blankets to donate to charity

Sue Sullivan, l., at her home in Birch Bay with her daughter Julie St. Germain who helped her make 52 baby quilts for Project Linus last year. Photo by Gwen Roley By Gwen Roley Sue Sullivan believes … more

Have coffee with the mayor on February 5

By Gwen Roley Blaine mayor Bonnie Onyon and city manager Michael Jones will be at Peace Arch City Cafe from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 5 to have coffee with members of the … more

Blaine teacher arrested for assaulting student

By Jami Makan A Blaine Primary School teacher was arrested on January 24 for assaulting a student with disabilities, according to the Blaine Police … more

How was the holiday season for Blaine package businesses?

Blaine has more than 20 businesses that receive packages so that customers – mostly Canadians – can come pick them up. The holiday season is the busiest time of the year for these … more

Seraida Vazquez honored with Blaine Builder award

Blaine mayor Bonnie Onyon presented a Blaine Builder award to Seraida Vazquez, l., on January 28 for her work with the 7th Street Community Garden. Photo by … more

In other sports news...

Girls wrestling The Blaine girls wrestling team ended its regular season at the Lady Knights Invitational on January 26 in Everett, where the small Borderites squad placed 22nd out … more

Steps to take before an appraiser’s visit

Homeowners unfamiliar with the appraisal process might not know if there is anything they can do to make the process go more smoothly. While certain variables involved in the appraisal process, such … more

When is it time to replace the old wiring in your old house?

Old homes can be charming and contain architectural elements not often seen in many modern houses. But what older homes may have in design appeal, they may lack in updated … more

Lawmakers could remove the statute of limitations for felony sex crimes

By Emma Epperly, WNPA Olympia News Bureau The house public safety committee heard public testimony on January 22 on two bills that address the statute of limitations in certain … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's Office reports:January 23-26

January 23, 12:47 a.m.: Suspicious person on Sea Links Drive and Birch Bay-Lynden Road. January 23, 11:59 a.m.: Animal problem on Stadsvold Road. January 23, 12:24 … more
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