Wed, Apr 4, 2012
Whatcom County officials: Cherry Point permit paperwork now complete
Whatcom County’s planning supervisor has declared the permit applications for the Gateway Pacific Terminal project complete, starting the clock for an extensive environmental review process that will begin this summer.
Nearly $1.4 million in drugs seized at I-5 rest stop
An attempted vehicle stop by U.S. Border Patrol agents ended with the seizure of $1.4 million in drugs but no driver.
Blaine man accused of raping autistic teenager
A 36-year-old Blaine man has been accused of raping a teenager with autism under his care.
Discover Pass now transferable between two vehicles
After signing the Discover Pass program into law less than a year ago, Governor Christine Gregoire has approved legislation making the $30 pass transferable between two vehicles.
Peace Portal Trail improvements slated for completion this summer
Blaine officials have announced the due date for construction bids on a project that will improve a section of trail alongside Peace Portal Drive.
Upfront Theatre to perform in Blaine for band fundraiser
The Blaine Performing Arts Center will host a comedy troupe from Bellingham to raise money for the Blaine High School Wind Ensemble’s 2013 trip to Japan.
Celebrate Easter with community worship service
Come 7 a.m. on Sunday, April 8, the Freedom Fellowship worship team will have been up and at Blaine’s Marine Park for three hours, preparing for the annual Easter Sunrise Service.
Blaine school board selects architect for science, special education upgrade projects
The Blaine school board has approved the selection of John Stewart Architects as the architect for the science building modernization and special education remodel projects.
Let’s Move! Blaine! unveils plans for local community farm shares
The Let’s Move! Blaine! coalition is teaming up with a farm in Ferndale to make fresh fruits and vegetables available to Blaine Elementary School students.
Easter a busy time of year for The C Shop
Got bunnies? More than 100 unique varieties of chocolate rabbits are currently available at Birch Bay’s C Shop. The boutique offers chocolate treats for every budget and palate – starting as low as $3, and available in white, milk and dark chocolate.
Young at Heart: April brings events of all kinds
The Blaine Senior/Activity Center welcomes April, with the long-awaited arrival of Spring and two of the centers annual fundraising events.
Wed, Mar 28, 2012
Rail advocate outlines possible path to Blaine train stop
Blaine city officials need to reach out to partners outside of the immediate community if a train stop in Blaine is to become a reality.
SSA Marine submits permit applications for Cherry Point terminal
The Seattle-based shipping terminal company seeking to build the $655 million Gateway Pacific Terminal has submitted necessary permit applications to Whatcom County regulators, revealing details on the project.
North Whatcom fire district hires new chief
After considering 21 applicants over three months of deliberation, North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) commissioners have chosen a new fire chief.
City council approves change order for west Blaine sewer line work
Unstable soil beneath a Marine Drive manhole will cost the city of Blaine approximately $105,000 in extra construction charges as part of a larger wastewater conveyance project.
Birch Bay man pleads guilty to child molestation
A Birch Bay man could serve anywhere from 20 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to molesting a child at his home in Birch Bay.
Runners gearing up for Birch Bay road race
Birch Bay Drive will be filled with runners of all skill levels on Saturday as the Birch Bay International Road Race enters its seventh year.
Blaine steakhouse reviving a ‘lost art’
Downstairs at Blaine’s Black Forest Steakhouse is an increasingly rare sight – prime cuts of meat sitting on a shelf in a refrigerated room, the floor lined with pink Himalayan salt blocks and a UV light flickering overhead.
Marine Drive work delayed until after July 4
Disagreements over bike accessibility have delayed the completion of Marine Drive improvements until after July 4, at the earliest.
Community emergency response classes announced
A countywide emergency response preparedness group has announced two upcoming classes designed to teach skills useful in a disaster situation.
B.C. woman pleads guilty in Blaine smuggling case
One of three Canadian citizens has pleaded guilty to drug smuggling charges after being arrested near the Smuggler’s Inn last December.
Home and Garden Special Section: Get your garden growing with these early-season planting tips
The sunny days are starting to outnumber the gray ones in Whatcom County, which means spring really is just around the corner! Around here that means drifts of pink cherry blossoms, maybe a ham on Easter Sunday, budding maple trees ... and dirt under your fingernails from working in the garden.
Reduced cost for spay/neuter services for cats in April
The Whatcom Humane Society will offer special reduced rates for cat owners looking to spay or neuter their pets during the month of April. Neuter services will cost $20 while spay services will cost $40. Appointments are required to take advantage of the special.
Lynden art center hosts open house
The Jansen Art Center, located at 321 Front Street in Lynden, will open its doors for the first time with an open house on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 30 to April 1.
Going, Going, Gone
A building with more than 100 years of history in Blaine was torn down last week after renovation work revealed serious structural deficiencies.
WSDOT to install new traffic cameras along I-5
The installation of almost two dozen traffic cameras along I-5 will begin this May after the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) awarded a $5.3 million contract to a Mount-Vernon-based electrical contractor.
U.S. Border Patrol Report
The U.S. Border Patrol report for March 15 through March 19
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