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Blaine varsity chess teams go to state tournament

The Blaine High School chess team took both its varsity A and B team to Stanwood High School for the state tournament March 3-4.  The varsity A team narrowly missed 8th place by one point, … more

Road Rules: Should Washington state have vehicle safety inspections?

Question: As someone who recently moved to Washington, I was surprised that there are no safety inspections. Wouldn’t we all be safer if all the cars on the road had properly operating lights … more

WCSO issues warrants for arrest

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) issued arrest warrants for two Whatcom County men. Fredy Martin Esteban is wanted for second-degree aggravated assault, six counts of … more

Natural history: Dunlins in Blaine and Birch Bay

The upcoming Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival (March 17-19) reminds me to watch for dunlins on the mudflats around Blaine and Birch Bay. When actively feeding, these medium-sized … more

Letters to The Editor: March 9-15, 2023

The Editor: Our nation’s budget should reflect the concerns of its citizens. As citizens we are greatly concerned about recent increases in violence, atrocities and human suffering around … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: March 9-15, 2023

Feb. 24, 1:25 p.m.: Theft on Canada View Drive. Feb. 24, 5:12 p.m.: Vandalism on Marine Drive. Feb. 24, 9:13 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Alder Street. Feb. 25, 2:56 p.m.: Animal … more

Sheriff's Reports, March 9-15, 2023

Feb. 26, 3:28 a.m.: Domestic physical on Bayview Avenue and Peace Portal Drive. Feb. 26, 8:02 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident rollover on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Feb. 26, 8:34 a.m.: Motor vehicle … more

Obituary: Mary Jane Adams

Mary Jane Adams January 19, 1960 – March 1, 2023 Born on January 19, 1960 in Bellingham to Victor and Marie (Funk) Adams, Mary Jane passed away at home in Blaine on March 1, … more

Kindergarten registration open for 2023-24 school year

Online registration for new kindergarteners to start at Blaine Primary School in the fall opened March 6. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must turn 5 years old by August 31. Kids turning 6 … more

Blaine boys basketball beats Overlake to advance to semis Friday night

The Borderites overran Overlake 80-52 in the Yakima Valley SunDome Thursday night, getting themselves a place in the Class 1A state semifinal Friday, March 3. No. 7 Blaine will play No. 5 … more

City council approves sending east Blaine taxing district study to state for feedback

In a narrow 4-3 vote, Blaine City Council approved sending a study on creating an east Blaine taxing district to the Washington state treasurer for feedback. The taxing district, known as a … more

Whatcom County Council OKs stop signs at Birch Point Road, Birch Bay Drive intersection

Two stop signs expected to be installed at the intersection of Birch Bay Drive and Birch Point Road within the next month have Birch Bay residents concerned over safety. Whatcom County Council … more

Harmon finishes first month as city manager

Michael Harmon is finishing his first full month as Blaine city manager after starting the job on January 16. Harmon, with six years of experience under his belt in city management, has taken the … more

Blaine boys basketball on to quarterfinals with upset win over Zillah

The Blaine boys basketball team opened up its state tournament run with a win over No. 2 Zillah High School February 25 at Davis High School in Yakima. Blaine won 61-58, as the No. 7 seed in Class 1A … more

City council gives final plat approval for the second phase of The Ridge

Blaine City Council unanimously gave final plat approval for the second phase of The Ridge at Harbor Hills during its February 27 meeting. The approval will give the go ahead for 110 single-family … more

Wings Over Water takes flight March 17-19

The Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival will bring the joys of bird watching to Blaine, Birch Bay and Semiahmoo for its 20th annual event from Friday, March 17 to Sunday, March 19. The … more

Blaine Chamber of Commerce awards Living Pantry as business of the year

  Blaine Chamber of Commerce named Living Pantry as business of the year during its annual general meeting on February 23. Living Pantry is a sustainable, zero-waste store that expanded from its … more

Domestic violence bills aim to improve victim safety

Domestic violence victims will get more protection under a package of bills now moving through the state legislature. State representative Lauren Davis (D-Shoreline) is sponsoring House Bill 1715. … more
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