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Stafholt receives 5-star rating from CMS

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) gave the Good Samaritan Society – Stafholt, 456 C Street, a five-star quality rating based on performance in health … more

Birch Bay chamber hosts annual meeting

Five people were elected to the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce board of directors at the organization’s annual general membership meeting on November 2. The event took place at the … more

New book explores Point Roberts

Point Roberts Backstory cover. By Meg Olson The more local history buff Mark Swenson learned about Point Robert’s unique place in the history of the Salish Sea, the more he thought, “There’s a … more

December 15 is the deadline to renew or sign up for health plan

Whether you’re already enrolled or are in need of coverage through Washington Healthplanfinder for the first time, now’s the time to review your options. Open enrollment began … more

Local chef wraps up production on The Great Canadian Baking Show

Semiahmoo Resort, Golf and Spa executive chef Bruno Feldeisen on the set of The Great Canadian Baking Show. In celebration of the show’s premiere, the resort is offering a series of cooking … more

From a reader...

A local reader sent in this photo of eagles having a meal. Photo by Meredith Luther more

Volleyball, football seasons end

Volleyball Blaine came up just short of going to the state volleyball tournament, losing 3-0 to Lynden (9-4 in conference games) in the final round of the district tournament on … more

Running at state a victory lap for Jamie Good’s season

Jamie Good. Blaine senior cross country runner Jamie Good capped her high school career with a lap at the 2A state meet on November 4 at Sun Willows Golf Course in Pasco. Good, the only Borderite to … more

Blaine Liquor Outlet changes hands

Denice Velasquez and Marcella Gilbertson have announced the sale of the Blaine Liquor Outlet, 225 G Street, to Varinder Dhami, above, owner of Sumas Liquor and Wine. The sale will … more

Talk to focus on regenerative medicine

The public is invited to learn about the latest advances in regenerative orthopedic medicine at a talk from 7 to 8 p.m. at Mountainview Wellness Centre in south Surrey on Tuesday, November 28. Dr. … more

New state services to support caregivers

Last week, the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) rolled out new services to support caregivers in Washington in honor of National Family Caregivers Month in … more

Young at Heart

Blaine Senior Center director Kathy Sitker talks to guests at the annual Pasta and Lights event on November 3. By Kathy Sitker Fall is here and so is the snow, but it didn’t damper our annual Pasta … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: October 22-26

October 22, 2:31 p.m.: Suspicious person on H Street Road. October 22, 4:44 p.m.: Mental on Moonlight Way. October 22, 6:37 p.m.: Domestic violence order on Birch … more

Letters to the Editor: November 9-15

The Editor: It’s been interesting seeing how the mighty are falling by the wayside. Of course, I’m talking about the Harvey Weinstein/sexual predators scandal. Some I’ve noted … more

Rawganique gets to keep bank account, officials say

Rawganique CEO Qeanu Wallner shows off rolls of hemp fabric at the company’s Blaine headquarters. Photo by Oliver Lazenby By Oliver Lazenby After weeks of searching for a new bank, Rawganique, the … more

Blaine Police Department chief retires after decades-long career

By Stefanie Donahue Driven by a desire to help his community, Mike Haslip spent more than 40 years at the Blaine Police Department serving as a civilian volunteer, animal control … more

City council candidate poses ‘potential conflict of interest,’ says city attorney

By Stefanie Donahue In a memo addressed to Blaine city manager Dave Wilbrecht on October 24, city attorney Jon Sitkin and colleague Nolan Davidson wrote that the possible election of … more

Mark your calendars, ballots are due next week

By Stefanie Donahue If you want your vote to count this general election, be sure to submit your ballot by the deadline. The Whatcom County Auditor’s Office … more

Peace Portal Drive car wash demolished

On October 30, as part of an ongoing development project, Blaine couple Skye and Mike Hill demolished an old car wash next to the 568 Peace Portal Drive Chevron station that Mike … more

Blaine chess club hosting tournament on November 13

Blaine chess club members Charles Ryan, l., and Sajeon Koebel play a demonstration game during an October 23 Blaine school board meeting. The chess club is hosting a chess … more
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