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Navigating around Blaine just got a bit easier

A refurbished sign was installed at the Blaine Public Pier on April 20 by the Port of Bellingham.                                         Photo by Meg Olson more

From the web...

The Northern Light collected comments made by online readers who responded to recent stories. Here’s what they had to say: The Editor: Blaine … more

An ode to the Blaine Food Bank...

By Calvin Smith You don’t have to kill a deer, or catch a fish, or milk a cow Nor do you need, to plant a seed, or trudge behind a plow, There’s … more

Baseball gets big senior night win

Ben Wallen catches a fly ball in the fourth inning against Lynden. Photo by Oliver Lazenby Blaine varsity baseball won a big game on senior night against Lynden, one of four teams in the league with … more

In other sports...

Tennis Girls varsity tennis lost 6–1 to Lakewood on April 19, 7–0 to Squalicum on April 20, 7–0 to Burlington-Edison on April 23 and 6–1 to Sedro-Woolley on April … more

How to control spring pests

Just when winter thaws out and people are anxious to enjoy the blooming flowers and luscious lawns of spring, pesky pests make an appearance. Many pests resume their levels of … more

Are you an impatient gardener? Consider planting these fast-growing vegetables.

Stepping outdoors and picking a freshly grown vegetable is a joy for many homeowners who like to garden. Growing vegetables at home offers many benefits. In addition to providing a … more

Pacific Lock and Safe opens for business in Blaine

Mitch Luna, pictured, recently opened Pacific Lock and Safe at 384 H Street in Blaine. In addition to being open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday, the business also … more

Design Builders transforms home in Birch Bay

A before and after photo of a two-bedroom Birch Bay home that was recently renovated by Design Builders, LLC. By Stefanie Donahue Whether they’re millennials or baby boomers, homeowners are … more

Abandoned home on C Street demolished

Photo by Molly Ernst. By Stefanie Donahue An abandoned home in Blaine was demolished on April 11. The home, located at 481 C Street, was owned by William Dobie and has been abandoned for at least two … more

Cause of death determined for man who was found deceased in vehicle off H Street Road

Robert Cross, a 64-year-old resident of Lynden who was found deceased in his vehicle off H Street Road in Blaine this month, died due to complications of hypertensive and atherosclerotic … more

Blaine students celebrate Whatcom County Math Championship win

The Whatcom County Math Championship took place on April 21. Pictured is one of the fourth grade teams from the Blaine school district, made up of Olivia … more

Al Swift, former U.S. representative, dies at age 82

Known as a humorous storyteller with a fancy for cigars, former congressman Al Swift has died. According to a press release from the U.S. House of Representatives, Swift passed away … more

First half of property taxes due

To avoid interest or penalties, pay the first half of your property taxes by Monday, April 30. According to the Whatcom County treasurer’s office, property taxes that are not … more

At the border: March 2018

Border crossing numbers from U.S. Customs and Border Protection March 2018 At the Peace Arch crossing: 207,933 passenger vehicles, 410,865 passengers, 95,427 … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: April 14-22

April 14, 6:47 a.m.: Papers served on Blaine Road. April 14, 2:03 p.m.: Trespass on Blaine Road. April 14, 2:38 p.m.: Domestic violence order cold call on H Street Road. April … more

Save animals, clean a park and other Earth Day volunteer opportunities

By Oliver Lazenby  Earth Day is Sunday, April 22 and nonprofits, businesses and groups throughout the county are offering opportunities for volunteers to make a … more

Planning commission greenlights downtown project

685 Peace Portal Drive. Photo courtesy the city of Blaine. A few apartments in addition to a restaurant, coffee and barber shops slated for construction By Stefanie Donahue Yet another developer is … more

Packed house turns out for presentation about cannery life

[slideshow_deploy id='23808'] Photos by Katie Ringsmuth By Stefanie Donahue An upwards of 80 people visited Blaine last weekend to … more

Don’t forget – special election ballots are due on April 24

If you plan to vote in the special election on Tuesday, April 24, be sure to submit your ballot on time. Up for consideration is a $12 million, six-year capital projects and … more
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