Joseph John Ball November 30, 1978 – July 23, 2024   With heavy hearts, our family announces the passing of Joseph John Ball on July 23, 2024. Joey was born on November 30, … more

William Knowlton   William Knowlton passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at the age of 96. Bill grew up in La Grange, IL and earned a BS in marketing from the University of … more

A 35-year-old Blaine man suspected of nine domestic violence offenses was arrested after a seven-hour standoff with law enforcement on Mitchell Avenue in Blaine the morning of Friday, August 9.  … more

An ongoing domestic violence incident has drawn a large law enforcement presence to Mitchell Avenue in Blaine and closed a section of the road for over four hours and counting during the morning of … more

Preliminary results for the August 6 primary election have clearly established in some races which candidates will be on November general election ballots.  The election is a top-two primary, meaning the … more

Aloha Cafe, downtown Blaine’s latest establishment, started serving mochi waffles and milk tea, among other specialty treats on Friday, August 2. Co-owners Drisana and John Horton, who … more

Whatcom County executive Satpal Sidhu has terminated the medical examiner’s contract following the receipt of a report   by an outside attorney that found deficient practices in how the … more

The Port of Bellingham has let go of its aviation director at Bellingham International Airport (BLI) without giving much explanation. BLI director of aviation Kip Turner signed a severance agreement … more

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce held the 41st annual Sand Sculpture Competition and 10th annual Rollback Weekend car show around Birch Bay Beach Park and the shoreline August 3-4. The weekend was … more

The Blaine Chamber of Commerce had a line up of nautical-themed activities at Blaine Harbor for Drayton Harbor Maritime Festival on August 3-4, including a car show, street fair, live music and pet … more

Question: I was on a two-lane road, stopped behind a transit bus at a bus stop that was waiting for a passenger walking fast to catch the bus. A vehicle came up behind me, waited for about five … more

On July 16, Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) launched a new health data platform called the Whatcom County Health Insights (WCHI). The platform provides the public with … more

Ingredients • 1 cup uncooked rice, rinsed • 1 cup water • 1/2 teaspoon butter or olive oil  • Dash of salt • 12 jumbo shrimp, peeled and   … more

Life Line Screening will hold health screenings at American Legion Peace Arch Post 86 on Thursday, August 22. Blaine and Birch Bay area residents can learn about their risks for cardiovascular … more

Cycling is an activity that awakens nostalgia and provides a blend of freedom, speed and adventure. Whether it’s a child’s first ride or the therapeutic routine of a senior, the … more

Blaine Arts Council held its inaugural First Friday Downtown Art Walk on August 2. The walk started at the Blaine Art Gallery, which was celebrating the new rotation of artists for August and the … more

Blaine Public Library will host Whatcom Grooves as part of its summer concert series featuring the Jerry Steinhilber Trio, a local northwest jazz group. The event will take place 7-8 p.m. … more

Judge Freeman assigned to water adjudication Judge David E. Freeman has been assigned to oversee general water rights adjudication cases in Whatcom County Superior Court. Freeman was … more