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Local attorney lands in the pages of Men’s Journal

By Oliver Lazenby Walking by Evergreen Cannabis in Blaine, local lawyer Len Saunders points out an SUV with a Canadian license plate – a common sight outside the county’s … more

BSD superintendent talks about chronic absence from school

By Ronald C. Spanjer, Blaine School District superintendent Over the past year across the state of Washington, we have seen more attention given to the problem of excessive student … more

Birch Bay Waterslides the site of emergency drill

By Stefanie Donahue Last week, Birch Bay Waterslides was the site of an emergency response simulation that prompted a team of locals to rescue and revive victims of a 9.0 … more

Ceremony dedicates new emergency sirens in Blaine and Birch Bay

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management hosted a dedication ceremony for Blaine and Birch Bay’s new set of new All Hazards Alert Broadcast (AHAB) … more

Birch Bay Beach Fest and Feast is all about fun in the sun

Folks from around the community are getting an early start on summer this year by launching the Birch Bay Beach Fest and Feast, an event catered to kicking back, eating well and basking in … more

Hands Across the Border returns June 11

The celebration that melds tradition in the name of peace returns to Blaine this Sunday. Hosted by The International Peace Arch Association (IPAA), Hands Across the Border is slated … more

Shoreline subdivision the focus of June meeting

After sifting through an application to build a 39-lot subdivision along Drayton Harbor during a public hearing last month, Blaine planning commissioners are preparing to meet once again this week to … more

Big year for retiring at Blaine schools

By Oliver Lazenby June 23 isn’t just the last day of school for Blaine school district students; it’s also the last day for a big class of retiring district … more

Coach Bacon retires after 30 years in school district

By Oliver Lazenby Carey Bacon, Blaine school district librarian, cross country and track and field head coach, is retiring after 30 years working for the … more

Summer events at Birch Bay State Park

Still not sure how to enjoy the warm weather? Take a look at what’s in store over the next few weeks at Birch Bay State Park: Orcas in the Salish Sea: 7 p.m. on Friday, June 9 at … more

Season nears for U-Pick berry harvest in Whatcom County

Whatcom County is on the cusp of berry season and several farms around town are just weeks away from opening U-Pick harvesting to the public. Here’s a list of locations nearby that offer the … more

Young at Heart: June 2017

It’s not too late! If you’re a Blaine Senior Center member, you still have a day or so to vote for your new board of directors. Voting closes at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 9. As long … more

What’s on the menu at the Blaine Senior Center?

Thursday, June 8: Chinese barbeque pork, fried rice, veggie egg roll, mandarin oranges and a fortune cookie. Friday, June 9: Chicken cordon bleu, baked yam, Caribbean veggies, … more

The benefits of denture stabilization with implants

A common misconception about dentures is “they feel fine, so they must be fine.” This could not be further from the truth as the changes in our oral structures occur so gradually they seem … more

Three ways seniors can protect their vision

While you may take healthy eyes for granted, it’s important to know that as you age, you become more susceptible to conditions that can impair your vision. The effects of vision loss can be … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Reports: May 26-June 1

May 26, 5:12 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Dearborn Avenue. May 26, 8:03 a.m.: Vandalism cold call on Pine Tree Lane. May 26, 9:03 a.m.: Vehicle prowl cold call on … more

WTA route changes at the forefront of May 31 public hearing

By Stefanie Donahue A new bus route and other minor service tweaks were the focus of a public hearing hosted by the Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) on May … more

BHS music teacher reflects on decades-long career

Blaine Middle School and high school choral director Andy Harmening retires this month. By Jack Kintner “There’s no way you can be a high school music teacher and have a boring day,” exclaimed … more

Sheriff’s SWAT team in Blaine for pot bust

By Oliver Lazenby Washington state residents may have voted to legalize marijuana, but in Blaine their tax dollars are still going toward stemming the plant’s black … more

Birch Bay Kite Festival 2017

A host of people stopped by the Birch Bay Kite Festival on May 27 and 28. The event was sponsored by the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce and offered eventgoers a number of fun … more
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