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Blaine Food Bank climbs toward fundraising goal

The Blaine Food Bank will receive $25,000 in matching funds from an anonymous donor if the organization is able to raise $25,000 by December 22. Since kicking off the fundraiser in September, … more

Jamie Good headed to state cross country meet

By Oliver Lazenby With 1,000 meters left in the 5,000 meter district cross country race at South Whidbey Island High School last Saturday, Blaine’s top runner Jamie Good was in … more

Volleyball going to districts after 3-1 win

Ashley Dickerson (number 5) and Josie Deming make a block in a first-round playoff game against Sedro-Woolley on October 31. Photos by Oliver Lazenby. By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine girls varsity … more

Football team loses to Burlington-Edison

Blaine’s Dalton Mouw tackles Burlington-Edison’s Quyntin Frazier at Blaine’s last home game on October 27. Blaine lost 47-13 to Burlington-Edison (6-3, 5-1 in conference … more

What’s happening at the Birch Bay Activity Center?

Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 offers a slew of ongoing classes at the Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Here’s what’s on its ongoing … more

Easy ways to cut back on sugar and decrease the risk of diabetes

Thirty million children and adults nationwide have diabetes, and 86 million have pre-diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA). November is National Diabetes … more

Flu season is here – are you ready?

Before the 2017-2018 flu season approaches, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that individuals ages six months and older get vaccinated. “Getting an … more

Blaine High School alumnus arrested

Blaine High School alumnus Shaquille Woods was arrested October 29 on suspicion of taking indecent liberties, according to Whatcom County Jail records. On October 30, he was released from custody. In … more

Pizza Factory talent show to raise funds for dogs in need

By Oliver Lazenby Do you have a talent that you’re not afraid to show off? Perform at the Pizza Factory on Saturday, November 18 to help dogs in need and possibly win … more

Letters to the editor: November 2-8

The Editor: On October 23, Blaine City Council met. Before the regular meeting, council members had an open public 2018 budget session that involved the Capital Improvement Plan. The … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: October 13-22

October 13, 8:12 a.m.: Welfare check on H Street Road. October 13, 8:41 a.m.: Citizen assist cold call on Coquitlam Place. October 13, 9:04 a.m.: Theft cold call on … more

Blaine police chief honored for years of service

Blaine Police Department chief Mike Haslip, r., is gearing up for retirement, beginning on October 31. Blaine City Council honored him for his more than 40 years of service during a … more

Blaine City Council approves electronic sign for H Street

By Stefanie Donahue The Blaine senior and community center on H Street is on track to get an electronic sign. During their October 23 regular meeting, Blaine City … more

Blaine chamber to consider relocating visitor center

By Stefanie Donahue Providing visitors access to public restrooms is the main driver behind a proposal to relocate the Blaine Chamber of Commerce and Visitor … more

Birch Bay Kids Karnival gets spooky

All ages participated in last weekend’s Kids Karnival at the Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. The event featured a slew of activities and was hosted by Blaine-Birch Bay Park and … more

City accepts metal sculpture donation

   On October 23, the city of Blaine accepted 30 metal sculptures donated by Andrea Gregory. Many of the sculptures depict various characters and wildlife and were crafted by … more

Plant Daffodils now for added spring beauty

By Melinda Myers Daffodils are a cheery presence in the spring garden and a surefire way to chase away the winter blues. These fall-planted bulbs are also reliable perennials that … more

Blaine loses by 2 in fifth set against Ferndale

Blaine’s Camryn Vosloh goes airborne during a 3-2 loss against Ferndale on Tuesday, October 24. Photo by Janell Kortlever. By Oliver Lazenby After losing two sets against Ferndale on October 24, … more

Big turnout for school district facilities committee

By Oliver Lazenby At its October 23 board meeting, the Blaine school board appointed 12 people to a “facility needs review committee,” which will study the district’s … more

City Briefs

Blaine City Council closes construction on energy conservation project The city has officially completed the construction phase of a project to boost energy efficiency at city … more
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