Thu, Oct 21, 2010
Former Blaine student gets southern border experience
Sophia Sennett knew what it was like living on an international border.
Apply now for Angel Tree gift giving program
The owners of Bay Café in Birch Bay are now accepting applications for their Angel Tree gift program for local low-income children.
Youth to collect food donations this Saturday
Members of the St. Anne Church’s youth group will be going door-to-door collecting food in the Blaine area from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. as part of Make A Difference Day Saturday, October 23.
Lisa and Bret Fundak, of Birch Bay, put up this colorful Halloween display on their home on Quinault Road in Birch Bay Village. The couple recently moved to Blaine from Southern California.
Candidates for offices in the 42nd and 40th legislative districts and Whatcom County Council district turned out on a crisp, clear Wednesday evening to try to convince county voters why they should be elected.
Get your vehicle ready for the winter months
In many parts of the country, winter can test even the most seasoned driver’s skills with sudden road and weather changes.
Could this be another record-breaking snow year? There are some people who say this year’s La Niña weather pattern looks suspiciously similar to the big one in 1998.
Back pain can hurt weight loss goals and vice versa
Which came first, the back pain or the extra pounds? The question may be academic for millions of obese Americans whose chronic spine and joint pain keeps them from getting the exercise that would help them lose weight.
Get moving to prevent and treat arthritis
More than just aches and pains, arthritis is a chronic disease that damages joints and can lead to loss of function or disability.
Blaine is a drive-to, not drive-through city
I have two favorite pastimes. One is sitting at the sidewalk tables, enjoying my multigrain toast, jam and English breakfast tea at Silva Gore’s Seaside Bakery cafe.
The Port of Bellingham recently hired Charlie Sheldon as their new executive director.
Blaine developer Ken Imus spoke with business owners about his vision for the city’s downtown during a Blaine Chamber of Commerce meeting earlier this month.
Canadian officials in Ottawa have decided against charging border inspection fees for the second Seattle-Vancouver train.
Blaine high school homecoming 2010
Blaine high school homecoming 2010
City unveils 2011 preliminary budget
Blaine can anticipate several reductions to public services as the 2011 budget is projected to fall short of expenditures.
Thu, Oct 14, 2010
Sheriff’s deputies bag Birch Bay burglar
Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies enlisted the help of customs and border protection to find a Blaine man who allegedly broke into a storage unit in Birch Bay on Friday afternoon.
District seeks voter support for local parks levy
The Northwest Park and Recreation District 2 will seek support from Blaine and Birch Bay voters for a four-year levy the district has placed on the November 2 ballot.
Council appoints new commissioners
Blaine City Council has appointed three new members to the Blaine planning commission.
A Coquitlam, B.C. girl takes a spin on the new playground at Bay Horizon Park while visiting her family in Birch Bay.
Economy spells uncertainty for Semiahmoo projects
Despite the recent Marin condos foreclosure, local realtor Mike Kent said Semiahmoo could rebound if the property currently for sale there attracts the right potential buyers.
Harley Owners Group brings toys for local youth
Stafholt Good Samaritan Center resident Iver Alm tests out a Harley Davidson motorcycle during an annual visit by the Mt. Baker Harley Owners Group to donate toys for the center’s Giving Tree program. Alm is pictured with CC Castro, a nursing assistant.
Icelandic geologist explains Eyjafjallajökull
The Blaine Icelandic Heritage Society is hosting an Icelandic geologist at Western Washington University at noon on Friday, October 22.
Vendors sought for Christmas bazaar
The Blaine Community Senior Center will host its 4th annual Homemade Arts & Crafts Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, December 3 and 4, at 763 G Street. The center is looking for vendors for the festival.
Talk focuses on immigration issues
A Blaine man who immigrated to the United States more than 30 years ago will discuss America’s immigration system during a free forum next week.
Program to help small businesses with insurance
As a result of the federal health care overhaul passed in May, some small businesses that provide health care coverage to their employees will be able to take advantage of tax credits from the federal government.
Birch Bay woman’s book focuses on finding balance
Birch Bay resident and author Ellen Shea is all grown up and getting younger, according to her new book “I’m All Grown Up – Now What?”
Notes from Blaine senior center: Modern Poetry
The Blaine senior center hosts regular free creative writing classes for members.
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