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Blaine Police Department Reports: October 6-12, 2022

Sept. 23, 7:21 a.m.: Motor vehicle theft on Runge Avenue. Sept. 23, 8:48 a.m.: Warrant arrest for second-degree assault, resisted arrest, on Adelia Street. Sept. 23, 9:54 a.m.: Welfare check on … more

Sheriff's Reports, October 6-12, 2022

Sept. 24, 7:31 p.m.: Theft on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Sept. 24, 10:57 p.m.: Fight on Legion Drive. Sept. 25, 12:26 a.m.: Party on Birch Bay Drive. Sept. 25, 12:51 a.m.: Shots on Creasy Road, … more

Court dismisses case of man suspected of threatening neighbors, security at Birch Bay Village

Whatcom County Superior Court dismissed the case of a Birch Bay man suspected of threatening to kill his neighbors and an on-duty Birch Bay Village security guard in July, according to court … more

Blaine man killed in Skagit Valley motorcycle crash

A Blaine man died after another motorcyclist failed to stop at a red light and struck him while on his motorcycle. Robert C. Bray, of Blaine, died at Island Health hospital in Anacortes following … more

Canada border restrictions to be dropped

The Canadian government has announced that effective Saturday, October 1, it will be dropping its Covid-19 vaccination requirement and end random Covid-19 testing for people entering the country. The … more

Council approves proposed voting ward boundary to move ahead for public hearing

Blaine City Council approved a draft ward boundary to be reviewed by the public during a Monday, October 10 public hearing. The boundary map would have the first ward, which covers east Blaine, … more

Blaine Municipal Court recognizes domestic violence victims advocate for dedicated service

City of Blaine prosecutor Rajeev Majumdar and court administrator Raylene Heutink honored Caryl Dunavan, domestic violence victims advocate, for her service to city residents during the September 26 … more

Totally Chocolate owners purchase the building for $7.5 million

Totally Chocolate founder Jeffrey Robinson sold the company building on Sweet Road to its current owners for $7.3 million on September 1. No changes are expected to the company, said Zak Nash, vice … more

Blaine girls soccer wins first conference game, football kneels to King’s

Football The Borderites lost 51-6 at home September 23 to King’s High School, who came out of the gates flying. Scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter, the Knights had a 31-0 lead at … more

U.S. Border Patrol seizes over 2 pounds of ketamine

U.S. Border Patrol agents seized 2.2 pounds of ketamine in a remote area east of Sumas near the U.S./Canada border.  A Blaine sector U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent assigned to … more

Luxury $6.5 million Birch Point Road home on the market

There’s a Birch Point Road house for sale to anyone who has $6.5 million’s worth of loose change in their pockets. The nearly 12,000-square-foot, old world-style estate at 6023 Birch … more

Crosswalk safety to know for National Pedestrian Safety Month

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and with school back in session makes it a perfect time to review crosswalk safety at busy intersections. Around 3 p.m. on weekdays, the Blaine school … more

Road Rules: Why trains use Morse code

Question: I’m curious about why trains use a Morse code signal when approaching crossings.  Answer: For anyone confused by that question, next time you’re waiting at a railroad … more

Fall-themed activities in Blaine, Whatcom County

Cooler days and crisp orange leaves along Peace Portal Drive welcome the changing season. Here are a few activities in Blaine, Birch Bay and Whatcom County to celebrate autumn. Grace … more

Letters to The Editor: September 29-October 5, 2022

The Editor: The Gathering Place – Blaine has served Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer for the past two years. We’ve helped people obtain food, clothing, mental and medical care, government … more

Sheriff's Reports, September 29-October 5, 2022

Sept. 15, 5:36 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident with a pedestrian on Portal Way. Sept. 15, 12:43 p.m.: Domestic verbal on Loft Lane. Sept. 15, 11:17 p.m.: Disorderly conduct on Salish … more

Celebration of Life: Robert Andrew Alfred Lawrance

Robert (Rob) Andrew Alfred Lawrance January 6, 1964 – May 29, 2022 A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 22, 3–6 p.m., at The Vault in Blaine.   It … more

Obituary: Bradley Vern Smith

Bradley Vern Smith September 28, 1966 – September 20, 2022 Bradley Vern Smith was born September 28,1966 in Valley City, ND, where he was raised by loving parents Vern and Lucille Smith. … more
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