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Minor injuries in single-vehicle crash

A 21-year-old Blaine area man was transported to the hospital with minor injuries after crashing his vehicle into a tree in Semiahmoo early in the morning of April 20. North Whatcom Fire and … more

County to hold meeting on shoreline flood risk in Birch Bay

Whatcom County is holding two information sessions in the next two weeks on future shoreline flood risk and ways to adapt. The first meeting will be a countywide online workshop, while the second … more

In the garden with Kelle: Springing into native plant sales

Goodbye winter! We are midway through the spring parade of daffodils, and now tulips, that brighten our yards, freeway exits, and byways of our northwest corner of Washington. The next exciting … more

Draft state budgets don’t meet governor’s expectations

Democrats have their work cut out for them this session as governor Bob Ferguson and the Republicans continue to oppose tax increases in the operating budgets.   Facing an estimated … more

Mythological sculpture series to be displayed at Blaine Art Gallery

Blaine Art Gallery will be showing Blaine resident Brian Major’s mythological sculptures during the month of May. Major’s series focuses on sculptures of Centaurs, a half-human, … more

Birch Bay Water and Sewer District hires new finance director, HR manager

A new finance director and HR manager has joined Birch Bay Water and Sewer District (BBWSD). Heather Sytsma joined the district on April 1 after spending the past 23 years at the city of Lynden, … more

Whatcom County to hold paint recycling event

Get ready, spring cleaners. Have an old can of paint or two in the garage collecting dust since the renovations? Whatcom County Health and Community Services is hosting a free event to properly … more

Letters to The Editor: April 24-30, 2025

The Editor: I am writing to thank the organizers of the recent gatherings at the Peace Arch. The gatherings were made under the idea of “Peace, Love, and a Handshake.” I … more

Sheriff's Reports, April 24-30, 2025

April 12, 10:38 a.m.: Domestic violence on McGee Road. April 12, 10:09 p.m.: Moving vehicle accident on Percie Road. April 13, 6:42 a.m.: Theft cold call on Loomis Trail Road. April … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: April 24-30, 2025

April 12, 10:03 a.m.: Suspicious person on B Street. April 12, 8:05 p.m.: Suspicious person on 3rd Street. April 12, 8:13 p.m.: Neighborhood dispute on G Street. April 13, 6:15 a.m.: … more

Obituary: Robert Chester Metivier

Robert Chester Metivier July 3, 1927 – April 9, 2025   Bob lived in Birch Bay Village with his wife of 67 years and his furry friend “Smokey.” Bob worked as a … more

Blaine man dies in Custer crash on I-5

A 34-year-old Blaine man has died in a single-vehicle crash on I-5 in Custer during the morning of Monday, April 21. Mark A. Bunch, of Blaine, was driving a silver 1998 Mazda Protege sedan on … more

The Plover returns to Blaine Harbor

The Plover ferry returned to Blaine Harbor around 2:20 p.m. Friday, April 18 after undergoing repair work in Bellingham. With the summer season approaching, the city of Blaine is now in the process … more

Blaine City Council: Multifamily zoning, Mott’s Hill development and the Plover

The latest news from the Blaine City Council meeting on April 14 included the city’s proposal to create multifamily zoning, approval of the Mott’s Hill Overlook housing development and … more

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival kicks off April 24

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is set to kick off in downtown Bellingham, bringing world-class films from some of the most talented and cutting edge women in the industry to the … more

Easter family activities in Blaine, Birch Bay

There are several Easter egg hunts in Blaine and Birch Bay for families to hop to in celebration of the holiday on Sunday, April 20. American Legion egg hunt: American Legion Post 86 will host … more
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