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Sunny days in Blaine

Shyann Dolley and her 2-year-old daughter enjoyed some ice cream on a warm day in Blaine. Photo by Shyann Dolley. more

Blaine student receives top honors at state competition

Blaine high school sophomore Tim Schrader, c., came in third place at the WIAA/WMEA State Solo and Ensemble Contest for a solo tuba performance last weekend. Band director Bob Gray, … more

Sheriff’s office cautions residents about phone scam

By Stefanie Donahue Phone scammers are at it again in Whatcom County and this time they’re asking for ransom after informing residents that members of their family are being held … more

Do you want to run for office?

Those interested in running for public office should take note that filing week is just around the corner. Starting on Monday, May 15 through Friday, May 19, the Whatcom County Auditor’s office … more

Van Werven sponsors Blaine resident for House Page Program

Isabella Almlie and Jenna Walters. Photo courtesy of Luanne Van Werven. Jenna Walters, the daughter of Jeff and Susan Walters of Blaine, spent her April spring break serving as a page at the … more

The Bridge at Birch Bay opens clothing boutique

By Stefanie Donahue Birch Bay residents have a new spot to shop. Just last week, the folks over at The Bridge at Birch Bay officially opened their new boutique for men, women and … more

Tips to refresh yourself this season

For a happier, healthier you, take some time to clean and clear your body and mind. Here are five great ways to give yourself a mid-year refresh: 1. Rise and shine. Waking up earlier … more

Warm weather prompts health experts to offer tips for allergy management

Allergy symptoms can be a major disruption in quality of life. Unfortunately, they affect a lot of people. Nearly 60 million Americans suffer from allergic rhinitis (also commonly known as hay … more

Pavement projects set to stall traffic in Blaine

By Stefanie Donahue Eight roads in the Blaine area are in the midst of getting fresh coats of asphalt. Led by Whatcom County Public Works, the repaving project began … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Reports: April 18-27

April 18, 4:53 p.m.: Bicycle theft cold call on Birch Bay Drive. April 19, 5:09 a.m.: Suspicious person on California Trail and Blaine Road. April 19, 2:03 p.m.: … more

Blaine Food Bank honors longtime volunteers

Volunteers Jerry Bladies and Evelyn Bonallo were recipients of the The President’s Volunteer Service Award for lifetime achievement on behalf of the Corporation for National and Community Service. … more

State senate approves funding for interchange project on I-5

By Stefanie Donahue The wheels are finally turning on Blaine’s long-awaited exit 274 interchange project thanks to the state senate, which approved an extensive transportation … more

Voters in favor of sales tax hike, initial tallies show

Blaine is on its way to joining a series of cities throughout Washington that fund transportation projects for streets, sidewalks and trails through a sales tax thanks to Blaine residents who voted … more

4/20 festivities draw a crowd to Evergreen Cannabis

April 20 may have seemed like an ordinary day to some, but for others it was “weed day.” The holiday was celebrated in locations across the globe and close to home at … more

Track athletes earn strong finishes as season heats up

Blaine’s Dalton Mouw, left, and Alfonso Dermendziev cross the finish line in the 100-meter dash at the Northwest Conference Championships in Bellingham on April 21. Mouw placed third in the event. … more

Volunteers celebrate Earth Day

Blaine – Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 teamed up with volunteers from Totally Chocolate and helped pick up trash on Alderson Road on Earth Day, April 22. Approximately … more

Blaine Pizza Factory celebrates reopening

  After former owners of Blaine’s Pizza Factory Marv and Deb Adam announced their retirement late last year, longtime friend Laura Massaro took over. On … more

Birch Bay park plan approved: fundraising comes next

By Oliver Lazenby Whatcom County Council unanimously approved the Birch Bay Community Park Master Plan on April 18, but with a caveat. The council wanted to amend … more

Where is housing in Whatcom County headed?

By Mike Kent I often get asked how long this housing shortage will last and how high prices can go. The short answer is: so long as there are more buyers than homes, the shortage … more
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