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Obituary: Daniel Colacurcio Sr.

Daniel Colacurcio Sr. August 22, 1927 – March 29, 2021 Daniel Colacurcio Sr., age 93, of Blaine, WA, passed away Monday, March 29, 2021, finishing his race and meeting his … more

5/12/21 06:42 PM

Obituary: Evelyn (Young) Bonallo

Evelyn (Young) Bonallo March 11, 1926 - April 23, 2021 Evelyn Bonallo passed away peacefully at the home she loved, in the community she and her late husband, Harry Bruce … more

5/12/21 06:38 PM

Road Rules: Seatbelt replacement

Question: My seatbelt seems to be wearing out. The buckle doesn’t always work right and the belt has some frayed spots on it. Are there any rules about replacing it? Can I just go buy one … more

By Doug Dahl | 5/12/21 06:35 PM

Filing week starts May 17. Here’s what you need to know to run for office.

Those interested in running for public office need to keep an important date on their calendar: Filing week is Monday, May 17 through Friday, May 21 for positions open in the November … more

5/12/21 06:28 PM

Letters to the Editor: May 13-19, 2021

The Editor: We have a small cottage in Point Roberts and it is with continued frustration and sadness that our two governments cannot come to a simple travel arrangement given the unique geography … more

5/12/21 06:25 PM

Sheriff's Reports, May 13-19, 2021

May 2, 4:16 a.m.: Mental on H Street. May 2, 9:44 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Alderson Road. May 2, 6:32 a.m.: Forgery on Haida Way. May 2, 5:14 p.m.: Assist citizen on H Street. May 2, 5:51 … more

5/12/21 06:21 PM

NWFR needs for and against statements on proposed levy

North Whatcom Fire and Rescue needs people to write for and against statements for a proposed property tax levy that will be on August primary ballots. The deadline to apply is noon on Monday, May … more

5/6/21 08:25 PM

Blaine anchor chain manufacturer faces impacts if Congress doesn’t close loopholes

U.S. lawmakers are calling on Congress to close loopholes that, if ignored, could lead to job losses for a Blaine manufacturer. Lister Chain and Forge, at 3810 Loomis Trail Road, is the only … more

By Grace McCarthy | 5/6/21 02:47 PM

Blessing of the Fleet honors fishermen lost at sea

5/5/21 08:14 PM

Drayton Harbor no shooting zone reintroduced in Whatcom County Council

Whatcom County Council voted 4-2 to reintroduce a proposed ordinance that would establish a no shooting zone in Drayton Harbor. The council also voted 4-2 to introduce a no shooting zone in the … more

By Grace McCarthy | 5/5/21 07:51 PM

For and against statements needed for Birch Bay library ballot measure

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is looking for volunteers to serve on committees for and against a ballot measure that would increase property taxes to support the Birch Bay Vogt Community … more

By Grace McCarthy | 5/5/21 07:45 PM

Birch Bay chamber seeking volunteers for berm task force

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications from Birch Bay residents who want to volunteer on the Berm Task Force. The task force will provide recommendations to Whatcom County … more

By Ian Haupt | 5/5/21 07:31 PM

Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district boundaries: May 1

Whatcom County Health Department officials say they’ve seen a decrease in Covid-19 vaccine demand within recent weeks, but it’s too soon to know the reason. In an email to The … more

By Grace McCarthy | 5/5/21 07:27 PM

Obituary: Mary Wright

Mary Wright April 8, 1921–April 16, 2021 Mary Wright passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 16, 2021. Angels are found in heaven, but Mary was an angel here on Earth. Mary … more

5/5/21 07:20 PM

Man shot in the foot during a drive-by shooting, suspects arrested

A Blaine man and woman were arrested April 30 heading toward Birch Bay as suspects in a drive-by shooting that left a man shot in the foot. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) booked … more

By Ian Haupt | 5/5/21 07:13 PM

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival returns May 13

The CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival returns for a fifth year and its second virtual event Thursday, May 13 through Saturday, May 22, showcasing women-directed films from around the … more

By Sienna Boucher | 5/5/21 07:12 PM

Ecology fines Intalco $2,500 for water quality violations

The Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) fined Alcoa Intalco Works $2,500 for violating several water quality regulations over the past six months. DOE fined the Ferndale smelter for … more

By Grace McCarthy | 5/5/21 07:09 PM

Spring sports play final games this week, basketball and wrestling to start practice next week

Most spring sports will wrap-up their final games of the shortened season this week as winter sports will start practicing next week. Baseball The Borderites hosted Mount Baker April 29 for an … more

By Ian Haupt | 5/5/21 07:05 PM

Concerns about the vaccine? Local health expert has answers

The Covid-19 pandemic has been part of our world for over a year. Millions of Americans have had Covid-19 and thousands have died from it. Not since the Spanish flu outbreak of 1918 have we … more

By Beth Sanborn | 5/5/21 06:57 PM

Road Rules: Traffic laws that vary across state lines

Question: Personal transportation options are great but as an Oregonian, I can’t ride my gas scooter in Washington. It clearly meets all of Oregon’s rules, but only part of … more

By Doug Dahl | 5/5/21 06:54 PM