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City council approves property tax increase

Blaine City Council unanimously approved a 1 percent increase to the city’s 2022 property tax levy during its November 14 meeting. The 1 percent increase will raise about $13,400 in additional … more

Letters to The Editor: November 17-23, 2022

The Editor: I want to extend a huge “thank you” to the residents of Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer for their generosity to the Community Assistance Program’s winter coat drive. To … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: November 17-23, 2022

Nov. 4, 9:45 a.m.: Assault investigation on C Street. Nov. 4, 11:03 a.m.: Verbal domestic dispute on Bayview Avenue. Nov. 4, 1:19 p.m.: Assault and trespassing investigation on 10th … more

Sheriff's Reports, November 17-23, 2022

Nov. 3, 9:25 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Valley View Road, Custer. Nov. 3, 4:41 p.m.: Civil problem on Cedar Lane. Nov. 3, 6:08 p.m.: Domestic physical on Sunrise Road, Custer. Nov. 4, … more

Obituary: Peter Winterfeld 

Peter Winterfeld  April 17, 1940 - October 11, 2022 Surrounded by loved ones, Peter Winterfeld passed away October 11, 2022 in Birch Bay after a long battle with diabetes.  He was … more

Obituary: Norman Michael Walsh

Norman Michael Walsh January 28, 1959 – November 2, 2022   Norman was born on January 28, 1959 to Ronald and Lois Walsh, the third of five children, with Teresa and Robert coming … more

Obituary: Lawrence Alvin Peterson “Larry”

Lawrence Alvin Peterson “Larry” Lawrence Alvin Peterson “Larry”, age 79, of Birch Bay passed away in Bellingham Wednesday, November 9, 2022. A memorial service will be held … more

Obituary: Irene Noela Neyens

Irene Noela Neyens December 11, 1939 – October 28, 2022  Irene Neyens, age 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 28, 2022 at Good Samaritan Society-Stafholt. Irene was … more

2022 Election Results

Election counts are Whatcom County only.   more

Accused knifeman arrested after being pepperballed and beanbagged

A man was arrested in the early morning of November 7 on suspicion of stabbing another man on Peace Portal Drive under the I-5 overpass. It took two hours for about 17 law enforcement officers to get … more

School surveys show teacher outlook on district

Blaine educators were feeling ready for this school year. At a time when national polls show teachers are less satisfied than they have been in decades, most Blaine school district staff are … more

Canadian side of Peace Arch Park reopens for visitors

B.C. Parks reopened Peace Arch Provincial Park October 24 nearly 2.5 years after it closed in June 2020 due to Covid-19 concerns. B.C. Parks’ notice on its website announcing the … more

BHS theater arts takes “The Little Mermaid” to center stage

Blaine High School’s theater arts department is ready to make its pandemic comeback with Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” musical. The performance starts at 7 p.m. Thursday, … more

Sports roundup: Lady Borderites fall to Trojans in penalty shootout, Blaine swimmer goes to state

Blaine girls soccer season ended November 3 after losing 4-3 to Meridian High School in a penalty shootout in the bi-district play-in game at Borderite stadium.  Having made it to the … more

Whatcom County to host Birch Bay meeting to discuss flooding predictions

Whatcom County government and an environmental consulting firm are hosting a community meeting on flood vulnerability and risk assessment 1-3 p.m. Saturday, November 19 at Birch Bay State … more

1968 article shares Birch Bay vet’s days as point man

Point man: The soldier at the head of a patrol. Often considered the worst position, as it is the most dangerous. The soldier’s job is to walk out in front of the platoon to navigate and watch … more

BBWSD completes automated water meter installation

Birch Bay Water and Sewer District (BBWSD) has finished its nearly $2 million automated water meter installation project. The meters are expected to detect leaks more quickly, which will help with … more

Road Rules: Airbag safety in vehicles

Question: I drive an Escalade. It’s a tank. My airbag went off in a collision and it almost killed me. I think I should have the option to disconnect it. It’s my car. Many other cars … more

10 tips on how seniors can travel safely and sensibly

One of the perks of getting older is having more time to devote to recreation and traveling.  According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are roughly 52 million people who are age 65 or older … more
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