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Five candidates apply for Blaine City Council seat

Five candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for a vacant Blaine City Council position representing east Blaine, southeast and part of central Blaine. The city of Blaine received the … more

Football’s unbeaten streak ends, volleyball sweep aside Mt. Baker

The past week was a mixed bag for Blaine High School sports. Coming into a huge game against Lynden Christian, at home, after starting the season 4-0 and earning a 1A state ranking – which … more

Oyster Fest, Harbor Harvest Festival set for October 12

A celebration of all the harvest Blaine brings, from oysters to pumpkins, will take over downtown Saturday, October 12 with a mashup of two festivals, Blaine Oyster Fest and the Harbor Harvest … more

Shellfish harvesting partially reopens in north Whatcom County

County health officials have partially lifted the molluscan shellfish biotoxin closure in north Whatcom County, allowing shellfish harvesting with the exception of butter and varnish clams along … more

Tsunami sirens to sound emergency drill on October 17

The Great Washington ShakeOut, an annual emergency preparedness drill, will take place across Whatcom County at 10:17 a.m. Thursday, October 17. As part of the drill, tsunami sirens in Whatcom … more

NEXUS fees up 140 percent as other Trusted Traveler Programs fees increase

People looking for a fast-pass to cross the U.S. border now need to pay a higher application fee for most programs within the Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP), which increased for the first time in … more

Recreational opportunities abundant this fall in Blaine, Birch Bay

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Blaine and Birch Bay transform into vibrant locales filled with autumnal charm and a variety of recreational activities. From pumpkin patches to cozy … more

A guide for exploring mountain larches this fall

They look ever so much like candles at dusk, the larches that decorate the high country of the Pacific Northwest in autumn. And, as candles do, they light up and burn out in finite periods, making … more

Healthy choices for the holidays: It’s a family affair

Fall, in all of its glory, is here. Harvests are coming in, kids are scrambling to pick out the best pumpkins for carving, folks are wearing flannel, taking hayrides and getting lost in corn mazes. … more

City of Blaine accepting applications for planning commission and BTAC

The city of Blaine is looking for local residents to fill vacancies on the Blaine Tourism Advisory Committee (BTAC) and Blaine Planning Commission. Applications need to be submitted by 4:30 p.m. … more

Birch Bay author to hold Village Books event

Village Books Bellingham is hosting an event to celebrate the release of Birch Bay author Mike Rostron’s book, “Fjord Land” 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, October 17. “Fjord … more

Blaine book club review: “Everyone in This Room Will Someday be Dead”

“Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead,” by Emily R. Austin opens a window on a uniquely Millennial/Gen Z experience. Gilda, the story’s protagonist, is a 20-something … more

Obituary: William (Bill) Hunsinger

William (Bill) Hunsinger October 7, 1947 – August 19, 2024   Bill passed away August 19, 2024 in Blaine after a three year battle with cancer. He persevered with courage, … more

Obituary: William ‘Bill’ Ellsworth

William ‘Bill’ Ellsworth March 9, 1963 – September 25, 2024   William ‘Bill’ Ellsworth, 61, of Birch Bay, WA passed away peacefully in the early … more

Letters to The Editor: October 10-16, 2024

The Editor: I am the mother of two Blaine Middle School students and a homeowner. I support a “yes” vote on the Blaine school district bond. I’ve seen firsthand how the … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: October 10-16, 2024

September 28, 2:43 a.m.: Moving vehicle accident injury on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. September 28, 12:53 p.m.: Theft on H Street. September 29, 10:55 a.m.: Hit and run on Cherry Street. … more

Sheriff's Reports, October 10-16, 2024

September 28, 2:32 a.m.: Moving vehicle accident injury on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. September 28, 4:33 a.m.: Trespass on Mitchell Avenue. September 28, 10:03 a.m.: Shots on Twilight Place. … more
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