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Mayor Mary Lou Steward, l., honored lieutenant Michael Munden during the October 28 Blaine City Council meeting.
Munden retires after 25 years with Blaine Police Department
Blaine police lieutenant Michael Munden retired after serving 25 years in law enforcement for the city, the longest serving member of the current force, on October 30. “[Munden] has risen …
5 days ago
Joseph Shay places a ballot in the official drop box at Blaine Public Library on October 24.
Election ballots due by 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 5
Ballots for the November general election are due by 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 5. The Whatcom County Auditor’s Office asks voters who haven’t received their ballots to immediately …
Wednesday, October 30
Port Watch
October 23, 2024: The Port of Bellingham’s recent contracting practices have raised additional concerns about commissioner oversight and budget transparency, as two recent high-value contracts appear to have …
Wednesday, October 23

Blaine City Council OKs legislative priorities

While 42nd Legislative District state representatives won’t be decided until November, Blaine City Council is already making its request to lawmakers – whoever they may be – for …

5 days ago

XC competes at NWC Championships, football falls to Mt. Baker

Cross-country Blaine cross-country traveled to Civic Stadium in Bellingham to participate in the Northwest Conference (NWC) Championships, where seven varsity runners ran against the best of …
Wednesday, October 30
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Munden retires after 25 years with Blaine Police Department

Blaine police lieutenant Michael Munden retired after serving 25 years in law enforcement for the city, the longest serving member of the current force, on October 30. “[Munden] has risen …

5 days ago
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