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Fire sends person to the hospital

A house fire at the intersection of Drayton Harbor and Blaine roads sent one person to the hospital on February 20. North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) units from Blaine, Ferndale and Lynden … more

Blaine boys basketball secure state berth with fourth quarter comeback

The Borderites scored 25 points in the fourth quarter to beat The Northwest School 67-56 at King’s Senior High School in Shoreline February 18 and complete a comeback that would send them on to the … more

Marine science, stewardship education field trips return to Blaine schools

Garden of the Salish Sea Curriculum (GSSC) will once again be leading Blaine students on field trips this spring to study marine life. GSSC has been working with Blaine and Whatcom County schools … more

‘Gold scammers’ out on I-5, Washington State Patrol warns

Washington State Patrol (WSP) is warning Whatcom County residents of people trying to sell fake gold from their vehicles along I-5. WSP trooper Kelsey Harding wrote on Twitter that ‘gold … more

All former Washington prisoners can now vote. So far, few have

Cyril Walrond used his first full day as a free man to vote for the first time ever. Released from a 17-year prison sentence the day prior, the then-34-year-old Walrond asked his mom to drive him … more

Whatcom Farm Expo set for March 4

The seventh annual Whatcom Farm Expo will take place on Saturday, March 4 at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden. The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the WECU Expo Building. … more

The Magickal Curio displays local artists’ work in H Street location

A new Blaine storefront is offering local artists a space to sell their crafts at reduced prices. The Magickal Curio co-owners Amy Haynes and Jay Haynes opened the store at 380 H Street in late … more

Road Rules: Signaling without turning

Question: When coming up behind someone who is signaling to turn left (into a driveway or at an uncontrolled intersection) and stopped waiting for cross traffic to clear, I turn on my left turn … more

Natural history: The importance of saltgrass to marshes

If you walk along the edge of one of the small tidal marshes bordering Drayton Harbor or Birch Bay, you will likely spot a short grass species called saltgrass (scientific name: Distichlis … more

In the Garden: The pests of spring gardening

Spring is just around the corner. Ah, the joys of growing things and the garden springing to life once again. And then the thought follows that gardeners, or even others who spend a lot of time … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: February 23-March 1, 2023

Feb. 10, 10:08 a.m.: Domestic order violation on H Street. Feb. 10, 11:19 a.m.: Juvenile problem on H Street. Feb. 11, 12:24 p.m.: Senile subject on Mary Avenue. Feb. 11, 1:29 p.m.: Animal … more

Sheriff's Reports, February 23-March 1, 2023

Feb. 9, 10:40 p.m.: Juvenile problem on Alderson Road and Gemini Street. Feb. 10, 1:55 a.m.: Traffic stop on Valley View Road, Custer. Suspect arrested. Feb. 10, 9:18 p.m.: Impound private on … more

Letters to The Editor: February 23-March 1, 2023

The Editor: Wondering why the Blaine Harbor Music Festival evening performances are not showcased at the Blaine Harbor music shell? The weather is beautiful in July, sunsets are late, the … more

Planning commission approves second public hearing on manufactured home parks

The Blaine Planning Commission approved a second public hearing on whether large manufactured home parks should be allowed in east Blaine. The public hearing is scheduled for the April 13 … more

Bordertown Mexican Grill owners plan new offerings at former Rustic Fork building

A couple who has made a name for themselves with Mexican food is opening a second restaurant in Blaine with a variety of food offerings in the former Rustic Fork restaurant. Bordertown Mexican … more

Local fisherman celebrates Bristol Bay protection

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), environmentalists and a Blaine Harbor fisherman celebrated the announcement of mining protections placed January 31 on Alaska’s Bristol Bay, which has one of … more

City council pauses east Blaine taxing district study, supports port grant application

Blaine City Council had an agenda-packed meeting on February 13 that resulted in council revising its legislative priorities, asking the city to pause a study on creating a taxing district in east … more
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