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Hundreds attend Summer Fun in the Park

Windermere Real Estate agents Jen Freeman and Leah Crews hosted Summer Fun in the Park on August 25 at Blaine Marine Park. Approximately 400 people attended the event, which … more

Winter coat drive starts on September 1

As fall draws near, the number of people in need of warm clothing will start to grow. That’s why volunteers with the Community Assistance Program and Interfaith Coalition are … more

Defense, mental toughness should carry Borderites

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine High School varsity football team had high hopes last season, but they didn’t win many games. Although they were a strong team and many of those losses … more

Local performer to take the stage this September

Local writer and performer, Gary Giles. Photo by Mathew Roland By Mathew Roland While on the road performing, Birch Bay local Gary Giles was looking for a way to teach his daughter life lessons. One … more

The benefits of hiring professional contractors

The DIY movement has inspired many homeowners to tackle home repair and remodeling projects on their own. DIY projects can be rewarding, and many homeowners who have embraced the DIY movement have … more

Learn the importance of having clean gutters

Every autumn, trees and shrubs take on their brilliant display of reds, oranges, purples and yellows that mark the end of the growing season. Fall foliage may make for ideal photo backdrops and … more

New cross country coach eager to push the sport

Gabe Bolton By Oliver Lazenby Gabe Bolton always liked running, even in elementary school when his friends on bikes teased him for running to baseball practice. In college, he discovered his passion … more

Briefly...

News from the Blaine Planning Commission meeting on August 23 and the Blaine City Council meeting on August 27. Commission OKs permit amendments for Bridges Plat, … more

City swears in new Blaine Police Department chief

Allen Schubert, l., was sworn in as chief of the Blaine Police Department by city clerk and assistant to the city manager Sam Crawford during a brief ceremony at Blaine City Hall on … more

Fun times at the ‘Roadeo’

Staff from the Blaine Public Works Department hosted the third annual ‘Roadeo’ at the parking lot located behind the Blaine Library on August 17. The event featured … more

Developer has big plans for project in downtown Blaine

Demolition crews deconstruct a building at 685 Peace Portal Drive. Photo by Stefanie Donahue Apartments, restaurant and retail store planned for 685 Peace Portal Drive. By Stefanie Donahue Demolition … more

New thrift store Wildbird Treasure Nest opens in downtown Blaine

An inside look at Wildbird Treasure Nest: Thrift & Gift. Photo by Mathew Roland. By Mathew Roland There’s a new place to shop in downtown Blaine. Wildbird Treasure Nest: Thrift & Gift, located at … more

Live music, food trucks at Blaine Marine Park on Aug. 25

By Stefanie Donahue Enjoy some fun in the sun at the second annual Summer Fun in the Park event. Sponsored by Windermere Real Estate agents Jen Freeman and Leah … more

Packed agenda for meeting on Aug. 23

Amendments to Bridges Plat and Sea Smoke development projects, in addition to a permit to build on Milhollin Drive, will be up for discussion.  By Stefanie … more

County says building planned for Birch Bay Drive may be too tall

By Oliver Lazenby The Whatcom County Planning Department is requesting more information about a proposed 39-unit apartment complex on Birch Bay Drive. The proposed … more

Community discusses plans for Birch Bay Library

Community members provided input on preliminary designs for the Birch Bay Library at an August 18 meeting hosted by the WCLS. Photos by Mathew Roland By Mathew Roland The public recently gave input … more

Wildfire smoke coats much of western Washington

A seagull flies over Drayton Harbor shrouded in wildfire smoke on August 21. The air quality for the area was rated as unhealthy by the Northwest Clean Air Agency that day. For the … more

Blaine dog gets a moment in the spotlight at NW Washington Fair

Jeanette Davidson submitted the above photo titled, ‘Ornery Ferndale goose sets Blaine dog straight’ to the Northwest Washington Fair’s photo competition and received second … more

School district is replacing nine faucets at the Primary School

By Oliver Lazenby After testing all the water fixtures at Blaine Primary School, the Blaine school district is replacing nine faucets that tested above 10 parts per billion for lead. … more
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