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Two kayakers rescued near Birch Bay State Park after over 30 minutes in water

Two Good Samaritans rescued a juvenile and adult who had overturned their kayak near Birch Bay State Park around mid-afternoon on December 10.  Whatcom County Fire District No. 7 fire chief … more

Fewer residents behind on utility bills

Blaine finance director Daniel Heverling said shutoffs and overdue payments haven’t been much of an issue since the city placed a temporary pause on utility shutoffs last year.  Blaine … more

Nick Biello and Charlie Porter to play Christmas concert

Pacific Arts Association (PAA) will be hosting a Christmas concert to get the community in the holiday spirit on Monday, December 19. Blaine Harbor Music Festival’s Nick Biello, a … more

CAP hosts Community Toy Store

Health officials recommend masking indoors amid respiratory virus surge

The Whatcom County Health Department is asking residents to mask indoors as Washington state experiences an ‘unprecedented’ surge in respiratory illness.  In a December 9 press … more

Road Rules: The five-car rule

Question: I’ve always wondered about the five-car rule when you are driving the speed limit. I pull over as I don’t like being in front of aggressive drivers, but is that illegal too, … more

Christmas at Semiahmoo Resort

Obituary: Patrick Gibson White

Patrick Gibson White January 30, 1953 – November 28, 2022  Beloved long-time Point Roberts local, husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, Patrick (Pat) Gibson White, 69, passed … more

Obituary: Ingrid (Rudy) Johnsen

Ingrid (Rudy) Johnsen April 20, 1934 - November 21, 2022 Ingrid (Rudy) Johnsen died peacefully in the night on November 21, 2022 at the Christian Health Care Center nursing home in Lynden. Her … more

Letters to The Editor: December 15-21, 2022

The Editor: I recently attended the Blaine planning commission for the H Street mobile home park meeting on December 8. I was and remain deeply concerned about the integrity of the proceedings … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: December 15-21, 2022

Dec. 2, 1:38 p.m.: Junk vehicle on Harvey Road. Dec. 2, 12:34 p.m.: Trespass on E Street. Dec. 3, 1:24 a.m.: Misdemeanor assault on A Street. Dec. 3, noon: Assist citizen on H … more

Sheriff's Reports, December 15-21, 2022

Dec. 1, 7:57 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Boone Road. Dec. 1, 7:59 a.m.: Vehicle theft on Blaine Road. Dec. 1, 8:04 a.m.: Vehicle theft on Boone Road. Dec. 1, 8:52 a.m.: Impound private on … more

Michael Harmon expected to become next city manager

Blaine City Council is expected to approve the employment contract of Michael Harmon as the next city manager. Harmon is the chief operating officer an electric utility provider in Wyoming and former … more

Blaine’s Holiday Harbor Lights rings in wintertime celebrations

A Christmas tree lighting, horse-drawn carriage, music from Blaine middle and high school students, hot cocoa, and Santa Claus meet-and-greet were all part of the evening festivities during … more

Border economy is a mixed bag

Mail Boxes International owner Brant Baron stands in his H Street company’s storage room lined with boxes. Holiday sales have returned to normal this year, which is about 50 percent more than … more

Tanksley announces bid for Whatcom County sheriff

Blaine police chief Donnell Tanksley is running for Whatcom County sheriff. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) position is up for election next November. Sheriff Bill Elfo is … more

Sports roundup: Boys wrestling wins ahead of Battle at the Border

Blaine boys wrestling won its first tournament of the season December 3 in Everett.  Four Blaine wrestlers took first in their weight class after seven made it to the finals at the 13-school … more

Whatcom County Council November and December meeting roundup

The latest news from November and December Whatcom County Council meetings  Whatcom County final 2023-24 budget Whatcom County Council adopted, in a 5-2 vote, with councilmembers … more
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