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Blaine Senior Center reaches major milestone

‘Golden Anniversary Hoedown’ to take place from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, August 11 By Stefanie Donahue The Blaine Senior Center, a popular hub for residents and … more

Scenes from Drayton Harbor Days

Blaine’s annual maritime festival Drayton Harbor Days drew a crowd to Blaine Harbor on August 4 and 5. The event was jam-packed with activities, including the Run to the Border 5K, Blaine-Birch Bay … more

Local teens help paint Blaine Skate Park

‘Paint the Park’ participants create murals at Blaine Skate Park. Photo courtesy of Gabriell Lord. By Stefanie Donahue Thanks to the Healthy Youth Coalition, Blaine Skate Park is getting a whole … more

Full lineup of bands perform at Birch Bay Music Festival

[slideshow_deploy id='26294'] The 8th annual Birch Bay Music Festival on August 3-5 featured more than 20 bands. The three-day festival was a fundraiser for local animal rescue and … more

Border crossings on the rise

Combined, more than 800,000 passengers and pedestrians crossed the Peace Arch and Pacific Highway border crossings in May, approximately 100,000 more than the year before. Every … more

Letters to the Editor: August 9-15

The Editor:  With the upcoming primary and mid-term elections, here are a few things that puzzle me about Ms. Angell’s letter. Let me just answer for myself because I cannot … more

U-Pick season in full swing in Whatcom County

By Stefanie Donahue Raspberries, blueberries and strawberries are among the many fruits that are ripe for the picking in Whatcom County. As such, many farms have opened U-Pick … more

Young at Heart

By Vicki McCullough On Saturday, August 11, the Blaine Senior Center will celebrate its 50th anniversary, so Young at Heart will share the story of how it began. This is the final … more

How aging adults can maintain their mental acuity

Aging is associated with or linked to a host of mental and physical side effects. For example, many adults expect their vision to deteriorate as they grow older. Such a side effect can be combatted … more

Lots to see at Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve

Rich in vegetation and wildlife, Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve, located south of Birch Bay State Park, is a place of discovery. The 54-acre reserve was donated to Whatcom County Parks by Whatcom … more

BHS athletic Hall of Fame seeks nominations

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine Athletic Booster Club is working on establishing a Hall of Fame to honor former Blaine High School athletes, coaches, teams and contributing community … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Reports: July 23-24

July 23, 1:41 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Peace Park Drive. July 23, 5:50 p.m.: Vandalism cold call on Nautical Court. July 23, 5:59 p.m.: Security check on … more

Blaine Police Department reports: July 27-August 4

July 27, 4:00 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Peace Portal Drive. July 27, 7:45 p.m.: Citizen assist on H Street. July 27, 10:18 p.m.: Harassment on D … more

Birch Bay Square sold for $12.8 million to investor in Surrey, B.C.

By Stefanie Donahue Local I-5 shopping mall Birch Bay Square was sold for $12.8 million to a Surrey, B.C. investor. Represented by Thuy Tiller of Sterling Real … more

Maritime festival to take place August 4-5

By Stefanie Donahue Seafaring folk from all around are set to attend Drayton Harbor Days this weekend. The annual maritime festival takes place on Saturday and … more

Interim police chief leaves post at Blaine Police Department

Blaine Police Department lieutenant Ryan King, l., presents interim police chief Michael Knapp with a plaque commemorating his service to the city of Blaine. Knapp concluded his … more

Primary election ballots must be returned by August 7

Voters in Whatcom County have until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7 to return their primary election ballots. More than 60 candidates are running for key federal, state and county … more

Birch Bay Music Festival helps animals in need

Birch Bay Music Festival. The Northern Light file photo By Mathew Roland This year’s 8th annual Birch Bay Music Festival is right around the corner. The event is scheduled to take place Friday … more

Blaine’s Atwood Ales and Hundred North to host dinners

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery’s award-winning ‘Triticale’ malt beer. Photo courtesy of Monica Smith By Stefanie Donahue Atwood Ales Farm Brewery and Bellingham-based restaurant Hundred North will … more

Still time to share ideas for the Birch Bay Library

A crowd gathers around potential library designs at the second Birch Bay library community input session on July 16. Photo by Connie Taylor By Oliver Lazenby If you didn’t make it to the two … more
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