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Public survey results unveiled at city meeting

Blaine received an update on the ongoing effort led by the city to revitalize the local economy. On October 11, company principal Tom Beckwith of La Conner-based Beckwith Consulting … more

Copycat clown incident causes a stir in Blaine schools

Last week, police responded to an incident at the Blaine school district involving three students who are accused of imitating clowns and threatening fellow students and staff on various social media … more

Semiahmoo development proposal moves forward with city approval

After lengthy deliberation, Blaine city councilmembers unanimously approved an application to develop approximately 20 acres of land at the southwest corner of Semiahmoo Parkway and Semiahmoo … more

Candidates field questions on education, EMS levy and more at Birch Bay forum

By Stefanie Donahue Inquisitive Blaine and Birch Bay voters posed a string of questions to legislative candidates running for office in the November general … more

Cross country team has season best at weekend invitational

By Oliver Lazenby Runners on Blaine High School’s small cross country teams may not have placed well relative to runners from around the state at last weekend’s Hole in the Wall … more

Letters to the editor: October 6-12

The Editor: The need is great. The need is now. Are the communities of Birch Bay, Blaine and Custer up for a challenge? Blaine Food Bank (BFB) has an incredible opportunity. If BFB … more

Coat drive helps families cut costs and avoid the cold

Thanks to a month-long campaign led by the Blaine Community Assistance Program (CAP) and Interfaith Coalition, low-income families throughout north Whatcom County can keep warm this … more

Young at Heart: October 2016

Have you ever ridden one of those roller coasters that have the big hill at the very beginning where you go over the top and rush head first to the bottom? Well, that’s sort of … more

Best ways to make an easy transition to Medicare

Too often consumers become confused and frustrated in their search for answers to some of the basic questions regarding Medicare. Below are some tips to make the transition to Medicare … more

Happy Fall! Time to think about your coolant

It’s fall, and time to thing about getting your vehicle ready for adverse weather. This is a good time to think about your engine cooling system. Regular … more

10 tips on getting the best possible oil change

Getting a vehicle’s oil changed according to the manufacturer’s specified maintenance schedule is probably the single best thing an owner can do to assure its longevity. Otherwise, in a very … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: September 29-October 9

September 29, 10:49 p.m.: Alarm audible on Loomis Trail Road. September 30, 5:26 a.m.: Alarm audible on Portal Way. September 30, 9:33 a.m.: Theft cold call on … more

Local football historian predicts big year for Blaine

By Oliver Lazenby Tyler Anderson, who runs whatcomcountyfootball.com, thinks he surprised people when he predicted Blaine Borderites would end this season with an 8–1 record. … more

Student homelessness programs are off to a busy start

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine School District’s Family Service Center provides low-income and homeless students with a variety of supplies and services to relieve the stress of not … more

Anatomy of an Exclusion: How it happens

By Pat Grubb Engraved on the International Peace Arch are the words, “May These Gates Never Be Closed.” For a few unlucky individuals, these gates have effectively clanged shut, … more

Whatcom County high school football historian uncovers milestones

By Oliver Lazenby When Blaine Borderites wide receiver Anthony Ball caught a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter of the Borderites’ season opener, it’s safe to say no one … more

SeaFeast celebrates local maritime heritage

Seafood fans from throughout the county attended the first-ever Bellingham  SeaFeast last weekend on September 30 and October 1. The event kicked off at Marine Heritage Park, … more

Voter registration deadline nears

Planning on voting in the upcoming general election? Be sure to register before the deadline. October 10 is the deadline to update your address or to register online or by mail.  … more

Ban on crude oil exports extended

By Oliver Lazenby Whatcom County Council voted to extend its temporary moratorium on applications for exporting unrefined fossil fuels from Cherry Point at its September 27 … more

Skaters get some air at newly renovated park

Blaine skaters celebrated the reopening of the newly renovated skate park, located behind the library on 4th Street, on September 30. The city of Blaine closed the park in mid-July … more
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