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A look back in time

Two women stand in front of the International Boundary sign located near Marine Drive along the railroad tracks in the early 1900s. Photo courtesy of Bill Becht. more

Birch Bay named best spot in Washington for retirees

Data analysis experts at SmartAsset ranked Birch Bay as the top tax-friendly destination for retirees in the state. Sudden Valley, located in Bellingham, also ranked in the top … more

Updated: Teen dies after apparent drowning at Birch Bay residence

A teenaged girl was resuscitated by emergency responders from Bellingham, Ferndale and Blaine in the afternoon on Memorial Day after an apparent drowning. Assistant chief Joe Noonchester stated the … more

Border Crossings

Border crossing numbers from U.S. Customs and Border (CBP) Protection, April 2017: At the Peace Arch crossing, CBP reported: 194,431 passenger vehicles, 381,612 total passengers, … more

Alert siren dedication ceremony set for June 5

In honor of the organizations and individuals responsible for bringing a set of new All Hazards Alert Broadcast (AHAB) sirens to Blaine and Birch Bay, the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division … more

BHS to offer intro medical course

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine High School will offer a new class next year for students interested in medicine, called Principles of Biomedical Sciences. The class will introduce students … more

Mouw places third at state, Prasad and Deming hit huge PRs

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine’s trio of juniors who went to the state track and field tournament last weekend placed third, fourth and fifth in their events, results that defied … more

Blaine athletes make all conference baseball team

By Oliver Lazenby Three Blaine baseball players were selected to All-Northwest Conference team by league coaches. Sophomore Chase Abshere was selected all conference … more

Blaine High School Recognition Night: May 17, 2017

2017 Awards/Scholarship Recipients Masonic Award – Jamie Goode, Cameron Ellis – other finalists Elijah Aosved, Tessa Kelly, Liam Lyons, Adriane Magana. Rotary … more

State fire marshal issues summer safety tips

“It doesn’t take much for a small fire to turn into a large blaze,” said state fire marshal Charles LeBlanc. With warm weather approaching and summer fun on the horizon, here are a few tips to … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: May 18-25

May 18, 7:37 a.m.: Domestic physical on Quinault Road. May 18, 7:48 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Sweet Road and Dahl Lane. May 18, 9:31 a.m.: Burglary … more

Five ways to reduce stress

The constant juggle of work, family and other responsibilities can cause anybody to feel stressed. And stress is not only unpleasant, it can have negative effects on your health, including stomach … more

Tips for protecting your family against bug bites

From hikes to picnics to relaxing in the hammock, nothing ruins summer fun quite as fast as bug bites. Unfortunately, bug bites are more than just a nuisance. They can trigger allergic reactions in … more

Representatives object to I-5 exit 274 project funding veto

Governor Jay Inslee signs Senate Bill 5096 into law on May 16. Photos courtesy of TVW. By Stefanie Donahue Last week, Governor Jay Inslee vetoed millions of dollars in funding for a long-awaited … more

Driver ends up in a tree

A 16-year-old unlicensed driver lost control of a stolen pickup truck at the corner of Odell and H Street on May 23, according to the Blaine Police Department. The driver attempted to turn south too … more

Blaine-based Children’s Giving Garden fosters community growth

Since 2012, Blaine’s Christ Episcopal Church has provided kids a space to dig, plant, water and harvest plants of all varieties. Volunteers installed raised beds in 2014. Photos courtesy of Wendy … more

Borderview Family Dental celebrates reopening

The folks at Borderview Family Dental hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 22 and offered tours to the public of their new facility at 432 H Street. Dr. Mason Cooper has … more

BHS seniors announce post-grad plans

More than 80 seniors at Blaine High School participated in Senior Signing Day on May 19. Several students are attending state and community colleges, while some are heading to … more

SpringFest highlights work from local artists

More than 20 local artists and artisans displayed their work at SpringFest on May 20 and 21 at the Blaine Pavilion. The free event was hosted by Blaine Harbor Art Gallery. To learn … more

Picnic in the Playground draws a crowd to Bay Horizon Park

Just in time for good weather, Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 hosted Picnic in the Playground on May 20 at Bay Horizon Park. The well-attended event featured … more
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