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Tax season is underway: Tips to stay ahead of identity thieves

With the 2022 tax filing season officially open as of January 23, it’s an opportune time to take some basic security measures to avoid becoming a victim of tax identity fraud. Tax ID fraud … more

Home video brings to life 1950s Birch Bay

A Vancouver, B.C., man brought to life his family’s 1950s film of Birch Bay’s amusement park. The black-and-white footage, captured on 8-millimeter film, resurrects a five-minute scene … more

In the Garden: Sustainable gardening in time for the spring

Generally, gardeners like to think of themselves as ecologically conscientious and contributing to the natural balance of Earth. Our plants sequester carbon dioxide and exhale oxygen. Deciduous trees … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: January 26-February 1, 2023

Jan. 13, 11:36 a.m.: Theft on A Street. Jan. 13, 1:35 p.m.: Assault simple on H Street. Jan. 13, 1:40 a.m.: Drugs on H Street. Jan. 13, 4:45 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Marine … more

Letters to The Editor: January 25-February 1, 2023

The Editor: I want to share information about having an alternative to having to pay too much for prescription drug medications.  The NBC series “Side Effects, NBC News Investigating … more

Sheriff's Reports, January 26-February 1, 2023

Jan. 9, 11:13 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Sweet Road.  Jan. 9, 6:34 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Kickerville and Birch Bay-Lynden roads. Jan. 9, 8 p.m.: Assist agency on Creasey … more

Obituary: Donna Lee Binnie Leach

Donna Lee Binnie Leach June 19, 1938 – January 15, 2023 Donna Lee Binnie Leach passed away on January 15, 2023, in Blaine, at the age of 84. She was born in Chicago, IL, on June 19, 1938. … more

Obituary: Trevor Corbett Hoskins

Trevor Corbett Hoskins October 8, 1934 – January 20, 2023   Trevor Corbett Hoskins, age 88, died January 20 in Bellingham. Trevor was born and educated in England. Following … more

Blaine teachers with 136 years of service retire

The Blaine school district has four veteran staff members retiring at the end of the school year. Combined, they retire with 136 years of service.  More staff members are expected to put in … more

Department of Commerce rejects Birch Bay library scope change

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) and Birch Bay library supporters are back to the drawing board after the Washington State Department of Commerce turned down a proposal to use an existing grant … more

Blaine Chamber of Commerce asks for city support after successful 2022

After a busy year of hosting several events with record-breaking turnout, Blaine Chamber of Commerce president Tim Woodard asked Blaine City Council for additional support during its January 9 … more

WCSO seeking tips on Birch Bay break-in suspects

A Birch Bay Drive home was broken into around 5:30 p.m. January 11, and Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is asking residents to report any information they have on the … more

BPD officer receives life-saving service award

Blaine Police Department (BPD) officer Keith Olson was acknowledged last month for his exceptional service that saved the life of an individual experiencing a fentanyl overdose. The city of Blaine … more

Sports roundup: Blaine hosts girls wrestling invite, winter sports continue

Boys basketball The Borderites took their first conference defeat at home January 12 to a dominant Lynden Lions performance. Lynden senior Coston Parcher and junior Anthony Canales combined for 53 … more

How WA’s legislature is addressing the housing crisis in 2023

By nearly any measure, Washington has serious housing problems. The cost of buying and renting homes has leapt skyward. More than 25,000 people are living on the street or in emergency and … more

Larsen, DelBene call for USPS to address mail delays in Whatcom County

U.S. representatives Rick Larsen and Suzan DelBene have called on United States Postal Service (USPS) postmaster general Louis DeJoy to address persistent mail delays and failures in Whatcom … more

Bomb threat closes Peace Arch border crossing

A bomb threat closed the Peace Arch border crossing in both directions for 90 minutes on the evening of January 14. A U.S. traveler indicated there was a bomb in their vehicle when attempting to … more

Amtrak to add second round-trip to Vancouver in March

Starting March 7, Amtrak will provide a second round-trip to Vancouver, B.C. that will restore the train service to pre-pandemic levels.  Amtrak announced the trip return in a letter to the … more
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