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Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: September 2-24

September 2, 9:11 p.m.: Security check on Horizon Drive. September 2, 9:51 p.m.: Traffic stop on Alderson Road. September 2, 10:10 p.m.: Suicidal subject on Birch … more

DelBene to visit Blaine for community forum

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) is visiting Blaine for a community forum this week. The forum will take place between 4:30 and 5:15 p.m. on Saturday, September 23 at Blaine City … more

Heavy rain likely to impact nearby lakes, rivers and streams

With the turn of the season, rainfall could increase pollutants in nearby lakes, rivers and streams and pose a health risk to beachgoers, warns the Washington State Department of … more

Blaine school district hosting construction tour on September 29

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine school district is hosting a tour of the completed first phase of construction at Blaine High School on Friday, September 29. Tours begin at 4:30 p.m., … more

Deadline to apply for Project Neighborly grant nears

The Whatcom Community Foundation is looking to fund projects that connect communities throughout the county – if you think you have the next great idea, be sure to share it on … more

Whatcom Humane Society offers pet loss support group

Once a month, the Whatcom Humane Society offers a support group for the community to share their stories and work through the challenges of losing a pet. The group meets between 6 and 7:30 p.m. on … more

Things to consider when your pet escapes

Story courtesy of StatePoint Not even the closest bond between a pet and its owner can prevent an animal’s innate desire to pursue adventure outdoors; if your pet escapes from … more

Local Eagle Scout receives award

Sawyer Stone. / Photo courtesy of Mark Stone. Seventeen-year-old Sawyer Stone received a Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout Award at a ceremony held at Birch Bay State Park on Sunday, September 17. … more

Whatcom Transportation Authority rolls out new bus route

By Stefanie Donahue To better serve communities in north Whatcom County, Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) is unveiling a new route connecting Everson, … more

Run with the Chums brings fun and education to the BP Highlands

Photos by Abby of Dynamite Images During the Annual Run with the Chums on Saturday, September 16, participants of all ages ran through the Terrell Creek watershed at the BP Highlands. In addition to … more

Custer man establishes place for local history

Steve Russell, founder of the Custer Museum, stands in front of a sign from the Custer depot. / Photos by Oliver Lazenby By Oliver Lazenby After 44 years of collecting local artifacts, lifelong … more

In other Borderite sports news...

Blaine football lost 42–7 at Sedro-Woolley. The loss gives the Borderites a 0–3 record (0–1 in conference games). This Friday Blaine plays Bellingham (1–2, 0–1 in conference games) at Civic … more

Maya Ball ends Blaine girls soccer’s scoreless streak

Blaine’s Maya Ball threads a shot past an Anacortes defender for a goal in minute 62 during a home game on Monday, September 18.  / Photo By Janell Kortlever By Oliver Lazenby Maya Ball scored the … more

Voters have until October 9 to register, update address

By Stefanie Donahue Whatcom County residents have until Monday, October 9 to register or change their address in order to vote in the November 7 general election, according to the … more

Blaine volleyball undefeated after close five-set match at Sehome

Blaine outside hitter Josie Deming gets a kill in the fourth set in a Blaine win at Sehome High School on September 14. / Photo by Oliver Lazenby By Oliver Lazenby Blaine varsity volleyball, led by … more

Peace Portal Subway receives “Silver Platter Award" from health department

From l., Supreet Hari and general manager Kini Stewart. Photo by Stefanie Donahue. By Stefanie Donahue The Subway located on Peace Portal Drive in Blaine received high marks from the Whatcom County … more

Birch Bay nonprofit The Somero Project awarded $10,000 for volunteer service

The Somero Project president Becky Conover. Photo courtesy of the Somero Project By Stefanie Donahue Nearly a decade after co-founding The Somero Project, a nonprofit organization that provides … more

Birch Bay water commissioner Reichhardt retires after 40 years

By Oliver Lazenby How water has been supplied to Birch Bay residents has changed a lot in the past four decades. During that time, two districts merged to make the … more

CBP arrests two at Peace Arch border crossing

Two individuals attempting to cross through the Peace Arch port of entry were detained after U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers discovered warrants were out for their … more

Cross-border ceremony marks 16th anniversary of 9/11

Photos and story by Stefanie Donahue First responders who served in New York on September 11, 2001 as well as dignitaries, officials and citizens from the United States and Canada … more
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