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State lawmakers pass last-minute budget deal and property tax cut

By Josh Kelety, WNPA Olympia News Bureau  On the final day of the legislative session, lawmakers approved a last-minute supplemental budget deal that funnels roughly $1 billion to … more

Bill to outlaw Atlantic salmon net pen farming awaits signature from governor

By Alex Visser, WNPA Olympia News Bureau The fate of the state’s fish farming industry is in jeopardy following the legislature’s passage of a bill that would prohibit new, … more

Prevent breakdowns with battery care

Many drivers have experienced the misfortune of getting into their vehicles only to realize their engines won’t start. Certain factors might offer clues as to how much life vehicle batteries have … more

How to maintain car value over the long-term

When shopping for a new car, savvy buyers know finding the right car involves more than just looking for the most comfortable or flashy vehicle. Several factors, including resale value, determine … more

Car Care: Did you know?

Cars and trucks can benefit greatly from clean air filters. Many drivers are aware of the need to change the oil in their vehicles according to the intervals designated in their owners’ manuals, … more

Foods cats and dogs shouldn’t eat

Nutritious diets are essential to long-term pet health. Many well-intentioned pet owners feed their pets foods they believe are nutritious, only to learn that certain foods, even those deemed healthy … more

Did you know?

The benefits of dog training extend to both the owner and the animal engaged in the training. A body of evidence suggests that dogs that are properly trained are happier than those … more

Highlights from Olympia: How did your elected representatives vote?

A project of the Washington Policy Center, WashingtonVotes.org issues a periodic report of recent votes cast by state lawmakers in Olympia. Following are the votes cast in March by District 42 … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: March 1 -2

March 1, 1:59 p.m.: Domestic verbal cold call on Fern Street. March 1, 2:14 p.m.: 911 hang up on Birch Bay Drive. March 1, 6:54 p.m.: Traffic stop on Grandview … more

HS band from Japan to perform in Blaine

The award-winning high school wind orchestra from Japan at a recent performance. Photo courtesy of Leslee Smith By Oliver Lazenby An award-winning high school wind orchestra from Japan will play a … more

Whatcom Land Title opens in Birch Bay

To better reach clients in north county, Whatcom Land Title opened a third location at 8105 Birch Bay Square this month. The business also maintains offices in Bellingham and … more

‘Spring Aboard’ campaign nears

As the sun begins to come out, so will the boaters. Sunday through Saturday, March 18 to 24, the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) will lead state, federal and other … more

Blaine Police Department reports: March 5-13

March 5, 10:24 a.m.: Violation of restraining order on Adelia Street. March 7, 11:24 a.m.: Transient complaint on Marine Drive. March 7, 11:44 a.m.: Court commitment … more

School district publishes memo on emergency planning

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine School District addressed safety concerns and emergency-crisis planning in a letter posted on the district’s website on March 1. District … more

Lynden man missing, last seen on Froberg Road and H Street Road

Robert Cross. Courtesy image. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is searching for Lynden resident, Robert Cross. Cross was reported missing at around 10 p.m. on March 6 at Froberg Road and … more

Blaine Planning Commission approves final phase of shoreline development project

Courtesy of the city of Blaine. By Stefanie Donahue An additional 18 luxury waterfront condominiums will surface along Semiahmoo Bay’s shoreline after the Blaine Planning Commission approved a … more

Starbucks signs lease to open a location in Blaine

Mike Hill (holding his phone) shows plans of ‘Skye Hill Station’ to members of the Blaine Economic Development Advisory Committee during a tour of the building on March 6. He confirmed that … more

Birch Bay library group laying foundations for fundraising

Brian Bell, communications chair for Friends of Birch Bay Library, enters the Whatcom County Library System bookmobile. The bookmobile parks at 7968 Birch Bay Drive, the site of the future library, … more

The Haynie Opry to host an evening of tributes

A lineup of musicians are scheduled to play at the Haynie Opry, 3344 Haynie Road, starting at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 10, including Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band. … more
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