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Transportation supervisor Carl Wagelie retires

The Blaine school board honored transportation supervisor Carl Wagelie, l., who retired in August after 24 years with the district. As transportation supervisor, he managed … more

Lots of beachside fun at Discover Birch Bay Days

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce hosted Discover Birch Bay Days on September 1 and 2. The event featured food and craft vendors, a parade, live music, the Discover Days Dash, a crab derby, chainsaw … more

Development is picking up in Blaine

Residential building permits up 95 percent in first half of 2018 By Stefanie Donahue City staff have the numbers to prove that development is on the rise in … more

School board approves staff pay increases for 2018-2019

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine school district board of directors unanimously approved pay contracts for staff at an August 31 special meeting. Teachers at the lowest … more

Blaine police officers patrol on foot

Blaine Police Department sergeant Andy Anorbes, l., and officer Jake Farrer on foot patrol in downtown Blaine last week.     Photo by Oliver Lazenby more

Shellfish harvest restrictions lifted on 27 acres in Birch Bay

Improved sewage management allowed the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) to remove commercial shellfish harvesting restrictions on 27 acres in Birch Bay. In a statement … more

Blaine crushes Earl Marriott 65–0 in football season opener

Blaine’s Derek Machula (No. 3) makes a tackle in Blaine’s season opener against Earl Marriott High School. Photo by Janell Kortlever In its first game, Blaine varsity football got the inspiration … more

A yoga pose for carrying loads – chest opener for backpackers

By Luca Williams As I plan my annual backpack trip, I think about what lured me to backpacking in the first place. Yes, I loved planning trips and the beauty that I … more

Wildbird Treasure Nest opens

Wildbird Treasure Nest: Thrift & Gift, located at 442 Peace Portal Drive, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 31. Photo by Debbie … more

Experienced but with a new style, Blaine volleyball team is back

Sydney Feenstra sets the ball during volleyball practice on September 7. Photo by Oliver Lazenby By Oliver Lazenby Blaine High School’s varsity volleyball team has its sights set on returning to … more

Opinion: The plight of orcas has everything to do with our water supply

By Ander Russell, clean water program manager at RE Sources for Sustainable Communities I have always had a soft spot for predators. Us wildlife biology majors called animals like … more

U.S. Air Force veterans to reunite at former station in Blaine

Veterans of the 757th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron will return to the former Blaine Air Force Station for a reunion on Saturday, September 15. All who were stationed at the … more

Nature guide to Boundary Bay

An excerpt from ‘A Nature Guide to Boundary Bay’ by Anne Murray Gradually the trees change color, the mornings are heavy with dew and spiders’ webs appear suddenly throughout … more

Did you know?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regular physical activity is one of the most important things older adults can do to promote their long-term … more

A step-by-step guide to eating healthier

Whether you are a child or an adult, when it comes to choosing healthy foods, practice makes perfect. If you’ve spent much of your life snacking on junk food, it may feel difficult … more

Simple and natural ways to lower blood pressure

High blood pressure is a big problem. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly 1 in 3 adults in the United States has high blood pressure. In Canada in 2014, slightly … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: August 8-14

August 8, 9:37 a.m.: Forgery cold call on Crockett Road. August 8, 10:52 a.m.: Traffic stop on Kickerville Road. August 8, 1:09 p.m.: Hot rod on Birch Bay-Lynden … more

Police chief worked for the LAPD for 20 years prior to Blaine

Blaine Police Department chief Allen Schubert. Photo by Stefanie Donahue City swore in Allen Schubert on Aug. 20 at Blaine City Hall By Stefanie Donahue After wrapping up a two-decade long career at … more

School year starts with changes at Blaine schools

Towing backpacks, classroom snacks and fresh flowers for their teachers, Blaine students returned to school on August 29. Photo by Molly Ernst By Oliver Lazenby Students at the Blaine school … more

Discover Birch Bay Days kicks off on Saturday

A wood carver crafts a fish with a chainsaw at Discover Birch Bay Days in 2017. Photo by Chuck Kinzer. By Mathew Roland Discover Birch Bay Days is coming up and features a weekend packed with fun … more
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