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Two free days scheduled at state parks in April

By Stefanie Donahue Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts rejoice – for two days in April, visitors can use Washington State Parks for free. The Washington State Parks … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: March 17-18

March 17, 12:20 a.m.: Traffic stop on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. March 17, 12:33 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident and driving while intoxicated on Drayton Harbor Road. March … more

Birders flock to Blaine, Birch Bay for Wings Over Water

The Wings Over Water NW Birding Festival took place in Blaine and Birch Bay last weekend. The 16th annual event featured various activities for people interested in learning more about the multitude … more

What would Blaine’s $12 million school levy pay for?

By Oliver Lazenby Voters in the Blaine school district will vote on a $12 million technology and capital projects property tax levy in the Tuesday, April 24 special … more

Blaine City Council talks next steps after legislative session ends

Governmental affairs consultant from Gordon Thomas Honeywell, Hanna Jones, meets with Blaine City Council on March 19. Photo by Stefanie Donahue By Stefanie Donahue With the 2018 legislative session … more

Developer eager for Blaine Starbucks to open, releases design plans

Courtesy of Mike Hill By Stefanie Donahue Since announcing that Starbucks signed a lease for a new commercial property on Peace Portal Drive, developer Mike Hill has been eager to get it open. Hill … more

Historian aims to capture life at Alaska cannery, calls for local stories

A 1979 aerial view of the “Diamond NN” cannery in South Naknek, Alaska. By Stefanie Donahue To highlight the historical significance of one of Alaska’s oldest salmon canneries in South Naknek, … more

Elliott leads Blaine to victory in pitching duel against Sehome

Blaine senior Mikael Elliott earned a win against Sehome on Monday, March 19. Photos by Janell Kortlever By Oliver Lazenby Blaine pitcher Mikael Elliott allowed just two hits in a 3–1 win over … more

Blaine-based attorney predicts ‘wall’ on northern border due to marijuana laws

Blaine immigration attorney Len Saunders speaking at a Canadian senate hearing in Ottawa on March 19. Courtesy photo By Pat Grubb Blaine immigration attorney Len Saunders is predicting the upcoming … more

Blaine Senior Center hosts pancake breakfast

Musicians performed at the Blaine Senior Center during a St. Patrick’s Day pancake breakfast on March 17. Photo by Meg Olson more

SSC truck crashes on Shintaffer Road

A Sanitary Service Company (SSC) driver crashed into a utility pole on Shintaffer Road around 1 p.m. on March 20, causing power outages for approximately 1,685 Puget Sound Energy … more

Mouw, Prasad, Deming shine in track opener

Blaine seniors Isaiah Russ, left, and Dalton Mouw running the 100 meters at Blaine High School on March 15. Mouw won the event and Russ placed third. Photos by Janell Kortlever By Oliver Lazenby … more

In other sports news...

Softball Blaine varsity girls softball lost to Mount Baker 14–2 on March 15 and to Granite Falls 10–3 on March 20. The team’s record is 0–3. They play at Squalicum in the … more

Voter registration deadline nears

Residents who would like to vote in the Tuesday, April 24 special election must be registered to vote by Monday, March 26. This special election, voters will decide whether or not to … more

The C Shop re-opens

Folks hankering for something sweet can stop by The C Shop this week. To help you stock up for Easter, the candy shop will be selling chocolate bunnies of all varieties until … more

How to create a vehicle preparedness kit

Having your car breakdown while driving can be unnerving, potentially delaying trips and stranding motorists and their passengers for lengthy periods of time. However, for those … more

What to know about reducing the risk of vehicle theft

According to the Insurance Information Institute, more than 700,000 motor vehicles were reported stolen in the United States in 2015. And car theft is not exclusive to the United States, as the … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: March 5-10

March 5, 6:47 p.m.: Noise on Harborview Road. March 5, 8:13 p.m.: Verbal domestic on Hillvue Road. March 5, 9:48 p.m.: Welfare check on Birch Bay … more

Community raises funds for Blaine family that lost home in fire

North Whatcom Fire and Rescue firefighters at a mobile home at 2590 Canada View Drive in Blaine. No one was home at the time. Photos courtesy of Henry Hollander By Oliver Lazenby A crowdfunding … more
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