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Prestigious George Raft Race nears

By Mathew Roland Blaine’s annual maritime festival, Drayton Harbor Days, is just around the corner. Saturday and Sunday, August 4 and 5, feature a 5K run, pancake … more

Japanese art workshops offered in Blaine

By Heather Midori Yamada By Mathew Roland Washi Arts will host two workshops in July at the Blaine Harbor Center, 235 Marine Drive. Madeleine Durham will lead the first workshop called, “Modern … more

Local athletes take second in national Special Olympics

The North Whatcom Slammers unified basketball team represented Washington State at the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle this month, earning a silver medal. Courtesy photo By Oliver Lazenby A … more

Burn restrictions in effect for parts of Whatcom County

The temperature is rising and so is the risk for a wildfire. The Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office issued restrictions on open burning for unincorporated Whatcom County, … more

Does your dog like to swim? Here’s how to keep your pet safe this summer

Nowadays, more and more dogs accompany their pet parents on trips to the store, vacations and various recreational pursuits – including trips to the beach or the backyard … more

Pet events scheduled in July...

Paws and Claws Expo is July 29 Dogs, cats and people can stop by the Paws and Claws Expo this month. Hosted by the Alternative Humane Society, the event is free and … more

Drayton Harbor Days is for pets, too

Drayton Harbor Days is Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5 at the Blaine Harbor Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive. The event offers a slew of activities for everyone, including a pet contest at 1 … more

Bob Boule receives Blaine Builder Award

Mayor Bonnie Onyon, r., awarded Bob Boule with a Blaine Builder Award on June 25 in recognition of his years of service as a volunteer and contributions as a business owner to the … more

Prepare now for wildfire smoke, unhealthy air quality

As wildfire season heats up, officials at the Washington State Department of Health are urging everyone in Washington to plan now for smoky days with poor air quality. Simple steps … more

Musicians set to perform at the G Street Plaza through Saturday

Drayton Harbor Music Festival faculty Clipper Anderson, l., and Lou Abbott perform at a free concert at noon on July 9 at the G Street Plaza in Blaine. To learn more about the … more

Buyers vie for remainder of the Gateway Parcel

This map provides a general outline of the existing projects at the Gateway Parcel. Some sales are not final and are subject to change. Illustration by Doug De Visser. Blaine City Council aims for a … more

Deputies allegedly assaulted on Fourth of July in Birch Bay

By Oliver Lazenby A 27-year-old Birch Bay man was booked into Whatcom County Jail for allegedly stealing a bicycle and assaulting three Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies who … more

Park ranger Ted Morris retires after a 43-year career

Ted Morris, head ranger, teaches a workshop on crabbing at Birch Bay State Park on June 29. Photos by Wayne Diaz By Oliver Lazenby While looking around Birch Bay State Park’s BP Heron Center during … more

Demolition begins at Blaine High School

Demolition of part of the Blaine High School began July 6. The demolition work is the beginning of the third and final phase of high school construction, which also includes … more

Blaine Downtown Alliance is taking strides

By Stefanie Donahue The Blaine Downtown Alliance board of directors have been busy since forming earlier this year. People representing small business, the school … more

Young at Heart

On Saturday, August 11, the Blaine Senior Center will celebrate its 51st anniversary, so Young at Heart will share the story of how it began. This piece is part four of a five-part series written by … more

Letters to the Editor: July 12-18

The Editor: I was in your town during the Canada Day weekend and wondered “When is the Amtrak station coming to Blaine?” I see a new Starbucks is opening soon in a beautiful new … more

Shellfish harvesting safe again on local beaches

By Oliver Lazenby As of July 6, shellfish harvested recreationally in all of Whatcom County except Point Roberts is safe to eat, according to the Whatcom County Health … more

SR 548 construction starts July 16

Crews from Tiger Construction will begin work on a new roundabout at SR 548/Grandview and Kickerville roads on Monday, July 16, according to the Washington State Department of … more

Fishing opportunities abound in July

Anglers have plenty of places to catch fish and crab in July. Here’s the latest on fishing opportunities in Washington, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife … more
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