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Pet events scheduled in July...

Paws and Claws Expo is July 29 Dogs, cats and people can stop by the Paws and Claws Expo this month. Hosted by the Alternative Humane Society, the event is free and … more

Drayton Harbor Days is for pets, too

Drayton Harbor Days is Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5 at the Blaine Harbor Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive. The event offers a slew of activities for everyone, including a pet contest at 1 … more

Bob Boule receives Blaine Builder Award

Mayor Bonnie Onyon, r., awarded Bob Boule with a Blaine Builder Award on June 25 in recognition of his years of service as a volunteer and contributions as a business owner to the … more

Prepare now for wildfire smoke, unhealthy air quality

As wildfire season heats up, officials at the Washington State Department of Health are urging everyone in Washington to plan now for smoky days with poor air quality. Simple steps … more

Musicians set to perform at the G Street Plaza through Saturday

Drayton Harbor Music Festival faculty Clipper Anderson, l., and Lou Abbott perform at a free concert at noon on July 9 at the G Street Plaza in Blaine. To learn more about the … more

Buyers vie for remainder of the Gateway Parcel

This map provides a general outline of the existing projects at the Gateway Parcel. Some sales are not final and are subject to change. Illustration by Doug De Visser. Blaine City Council aims for a … more

Deputies allegedly assaulted on Fourth of July in Birch Bay

By Oliver Lazenby A 27-year-old Birch Bay man was booked into Whatcom County Jail for allegedly stealing a bicycle and assaulting three Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies who … more

Park ranger Ted Morris retires after a 43-year career

Ted Morris, head ranger, teaches a workshop on crabbing at Birch Bay State Park on June 29. Photos by Wayne Diaz By Oliver Lazenby While looking around Birch Bay State Park’s BP Heron Center during … more

Demolition begins at Blaine High School

Demolition of part of the Blaine High School began July 6. The demolition work is the beginning of the third and final phase of high school construction, which also includes … more

Blaine Downtown Alliance is taking strides

By Stefanie Donahue The Blaine Downtown Alliance board of directors have been busy since forming earlier this year. People representing small business, the school … more

Young at Heart

On Saturday, August 11, the Blaine Senior Center will celebrate its 51st anniversary, so Young at Heart will share the story of how it began. This piece is part four of a five-part series written by … more

Letters to the Editor: July 12-18

The Editor: I was in your town during the Canada Day weekend and wondered “When is the Amtrak station coming to Blaine?” I see a new Starbucks is opening soon in a beautiful new … more

Shellfish harvesting safe again on local beaches

By Oliver Lazenby As of July 6, shellfish harvested recreationally in all of Whatcom County except Point Roberts is safe to eat, according to the Whatcom County Health … more

SR 548 construction starts July 16

Crews from Tiger Construction will begin work on a new roundabout at SR 548/Grandview and Kickerville roads on Monday, July 16, according to the Washington State Department of … more

Fishing opportunities abound in July

Anglers have plenty of places to catch fish and crab in July. Here’s the latest on fishing opportunities in Washington, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife … more

Older adults can overcome gym intimidation

Regular exercise and a nutritious diet are two of the best things seniors can do to maintain their health. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, individuals age 65 … more

Sports clearance exams offered

Student athletes can stop by Lynden Family Medicine for a sports clearance exam this July and August. According to a statement from Family Care Network, the exams cost $25 and are … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: June 24-26

June 24, 8:25 p.m.: Theft cold call on Salish Road. June 25, 7:42 a.m.: Domestic violence order cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 25, 11:55 a.m.: Citizen … more

Teen struck by train on July 4 in Surrey

A teen boy was hit and killed by a passenger train near Crescent Beach in Surrey on July 4. According to a statement from Surrey RCMP, authorities responded to the scene at 10 p.m. … more

Photos: Blaine's Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration

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