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By the end of March 2021, all Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies will be wearing body cameras while on patrol, according to undersheriff Doug Chadwick.
Whatcom County Council approved the …
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By Ian Haupt |
12/16/20 08:45 PM
Looking to have a greater impact on county government?
Whatcom County Council and county executive Satpal Sidhu are accepting applications for over 30 board, commission and committee vacancies …
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12/16/20 08:43 PM
Flames engulfed a Blaine mail truck and destroyed 175 packages during a Birch Bay delivery on December 7.
The fire started around 10:20 a.m. on Seafair Drive after the mail carrier noticed the …
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By Grace McCarthy |
12/16/20 08:40 PM
Blaine police are now cruising around town in new vehicles after upgrading four vehicles in late November.
The Blaine Police Department leased four 2020 Ford Explorer police utility vehicles after …
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By Grace McCarthy |
12/16/20 08:34 PM
U.S. and Canadian officials extended the border closure to non-essential travel until January 21, 2021.
Bill Blair, Canada’s minister of public safety, announced the extension in a December …
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12/16/20 08:29 PM
While all the speakers during the public comment section encouraged the Blaine school board to “fight” to get students back into the classroom, in a December 15 regular meeting, …
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By Ian Haupt |
12/16/20 07:49 PM
Claims for unemployment insurance remain high in Whatcom County and throughout the state during the week of November 29 to December 5, according to data released by Washington’s Employment …
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By Ian Haupt |
12/16/20 07:46 PM
Looking for a last minute stocking stuffer and to support local businesses?
Here’s a list of Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer eateries offering gift cards to customers who want to support their …
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12/16/20 07:45 PM
Question: Is it true you can get a DUI for texting or talking on your phone while driving? I’ve heard that people have gotten arrested for it, and that doesn’t seem right.
Answer: In …
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By Doug Dahl |
12/16/20 07:36 PM
December 11, 10:11 a.m.: Vehicle theft cold call on Ham Road.
December 11, 2:46 p.m.: Harassment cold call on Harborview Road.
December 11, 4:10 p.m.: Extra patrol in progress on Bridge Way …
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12/16/20 07:32 PM
Governor Jay Inslee announced Tuesday a three-week extension to the current Covid-19 restrictions that have closed indoor dining at bars and restaurants, limited occupancy at retail stores and closed …
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By Ian Haupt |
12/9/20 08:19 PM
Blaine residents will soon be able to get their Italian food fix, from cream-filled cannoli to gourmet pizza, with the opening of a new restaurant on Peace Portal Drive.
The Rustic Fork Eatery is …
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By Grace McCarthy |
12/9/20 08:14 PM
A Blaine High School (BHS) scholastic club is now offering district-wide tutoring to support fellow students with online school.
BHS senior Joshua Kim first came up with the idea in April, …
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By Grace McCarthy |
12/9/20 07:57 PM
Getting vaccinated for the flu is more important than ever. Not only will a flu shot help keep you and your family healthy, it can help reduce the strain on the healthcare system and keep hospital …
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12/9/20 07:47 PM
Regular visits with a medical professional are an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Too often people visit the doctor only when they are ill, as they may not realize just how essential well …
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12/9/20 07:43 PM
Q: What kind of substance is applied to the local roads during freezing weather? Is the liquid mixture salt or something else? What kind of damage can it cause to cars?
A: Rust. That’s the …
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By Doug Dahl |
12/9/20 07:24 PM
A 64-year-old Birch Bay woman is facing attempted murder charges after allegedly trying to assault her neighbor with a hunting knife on December 3.
The victim, who had previously …
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By Grace McCarthy |
12/3/20 09:29 PM
Governor Jay Inslee announced the launch of a tool that will help the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) track the spread of the coronavirus by notifying users if they have come in contact …
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By Ian Haupt |
12/2/20 09:14 PM
