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How seniors can simplify everyday tasks

The ability to perform everyday tasks is something many people take for granted. But as men and women approach or exceed retirement age, many may start to struggle with chores and tasks they have … more

Grace Lutheran Church dedicates historic 360-pound church bell

A church bell with a long history in Blaine is ringing again for the first time since 1980. The Grace Lutheran Church, a church with Icelandic roots dating back to the Blaine Snofurdur (Blaine … more

Lots of activity in downtown, harbor on June 2

A lineup of events in Blaine on June 2 kept residents and visitors busy. The day marked the opening of the Blaine Gardener’s Market and featured a Hawaiian Luau Dance Party, Ride to the Border, … more

Mayor explains why the city rejected recent Gateway offer

By Stefanie Donahue One week after Blaine City Council rejected an offer from an investment firm to purchase 6 acres of land on the city’s Gateway Parcel, mayor Bonnie Onyon came … more

Public can weigh-in as city narrows search for a police chief

During a public reception, from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 7 at Blaine City Hall, three candidates vying to serve as chief of the Blaine Police Department will briefly speak and take … more

City council agrees – election procedures should stay the same

By Stefanie Donahue The chances of Blaine City Council adopting ward-only voting procedures are slim. After listening to a presentation about the state voting rights … more

First of three Birch Bay library design meetings scheduled

One possible design for the new Birch Bay Library. Illustration courtesy of Whatcom County Library System and Zervas Architects By Oliver Lazenby Have ideas for the future Birch Bay library? The … more

Chuckanut Bay Foods breaks ground on facility in Blaine

Chuckanut Bay Foods staff members at the site of the future production facility. Photo courtesy of Chuckanut Bay Foods By Stefanie Donahue A project to relocate Chuckanut Bay Foods from Ferndale to … more

Students showcase their talent at Evening of the Arts

Daizy Dehnke, 18, won first place for her senior display. She mostly works with charcoal, acrylic and pastel. The Arts Teacher: Brain Smith Pen and Ink 1. Megan Tran, “Desert Area”; 2. Alaina … more

Storage building and trail proposed for Blaine Harbor

Artist rendering of a new weblocker on Milhollin Drive in Blaine. Image courtesy of the Port of Bellingham By Oliver Lazenby The Port of Bellingham is gearing up for construction projects in Blaine … more

North Whatcom Fire and Rescue stats: May 1-31

North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) responded to a total of 325 calls for May and had an average response time of 9 minutes, 15 seconds. The district responded to 17 fire-related … more

Blaine High School band performs in Portland

The Blaine High School marching band performed in the Starlight Parade in Portland, Oregon, on June 2. Photos by Jeanie Lyons. more

Energy drinks – increased pep or misstep?

Energy drinks are marketed as powerful elixirs that do it all. They promise more energy, improved performance, better concentration and increased endurance. Teens on the quest to overcome the … more

Hands Across the Border takes place June 10

One of the area’s most peaceful traditions is set to take place on Sunday, June 10. Called ‘Hands Across the Border,’ the event started in 1937 during an Armistice Day … more

How to prepare for a medical emergency

By North Whatcom Fire and Rescue firefighter Tom Kettman If you are like most people, the thought of experiencing a medical emergency is scary, but small steps can alleviate stress … more

Sunny day for Birch Bay Beach Fest and Feast

Birch Bay Beach Fest and Feast took place on a bright, sunny day  at Birch Bay State Park, on June 2. At the event, guests were able to view educational displays, … more

School district aims to streamline communication

A preview of the Blaine school district’s mobile app, which will launch at the end of summer. Image courtesy of the Blaine School District By Oliver Lazenby By the end of summer, the Blaine school … more

Blaine Police Department reports: May 30-June 4

May 30, 11:52 a.m.: Welfare check on Glen Eagle Drive. May 30, 12:16 p.m.: Citizen assist on H Street. May 30, 12:25 p.m.: Theft from auto on 14 … more

Kite festival draws more than 4,000 people to Birch Bay

The Birch Bay Kite Festival drew more than 4,000 people on May 26 and 27, said Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce vice president Wayne Diaz. The event featured live music, pet activities, several … more
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