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Blaine City Council roundup: Town hall, downtown revitalization, community center

The latest news from the Blaine City Council meeting on February 24. Ethics discussion City of Blaine attorney Peter Ruffatto led a study session on ethics for Blaine City Council, a … more

Blaine wrestling shows out at Mat Classic with five podium finishers

The Borderites were kept achingly close from an outright state championship in the Mat Classic XXXVI at the Tacoma Dome on February 23, showing why Blaine wrestling is one of the best 1A programs in … more

Longtime Whatcom County councilor Barbara Brenner dies at 78

Former Whatcom County Councilmember Barbara Brenner, one of the longest serving councilors in recent history, died from respiratory failure on February 9. She was 78. Brenner, who did not follow … more

Blaine school board gives green light for budget reduction process

The Blaine school board voted unanimously on February 24 to direct superintendent Christopher Granger to prepare a reduced education plan for the 2025-26 school year, marking the third consecutive … more

Sheriff Tanksley speaks at Birch Bay incorporation meeting

Sheriff Donnell Tanksley answered questions on how the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) could support law enforcement in Birch Bay if it became a city during the Birch Bay Incorporation … more

B.C. earthquake felt in Blaine

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake shook B.C. and the Blaine area at 1:26 p.m. February 21. Mike Harmon, city manager for the city of Blaine, said Blaine Public Works Department was aware of the earthquake, … more

Shores Restaurant: Prime rib and a classic American experience

A full bar, pool table, jukebox, pull-tabs and a classic American menu all make up Shores Restaurant in Birch Bay. Robert Grant has owned the restaurant nestled at 7848 Birch Bay Drive in the … more

CJ’s Beach House: Fresh seafood with a new fine dining room

The dining experience at CJ’s Beach House includes ordering from a dynamic menu and taking in the picturesque views of Birch Bay. Owner Christine Niemann is from the Free State of Bavaria … more

Gallery to present Wings Over Water artwork

Blaine Art Gallery will have artwork celebrating local birding during the month of March in celebration of the Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival. The exhibit will feature nine local … more

Letters to The Editor: February 27-March 5, 2025

The Editor: As the assistant director of MoreSmiles Learning Center located in Blaine, I am writing to inform the community of a food drive being held by our learning center. Our goal is to … more

Blaine Police Department: February 27-March 5, 2025

February 15, 2:43 p.m.: Sex offender registration on 11th Street. February 16, 10:10 a.m.: Domestic – physical on Mary Avenue. February 16, 7:15 p.m.: Burglary on Runge Avenue. … more

Sheriff's Office, February 27-March 5, 2025

February 14, 8:37 a.m.: Assault arrest on W. Badger Road. February 15, 8:04 a.m.: Moving vehicle accident injury on Portal Way. February 15, 8:41 a.m.: Missing person cold call on Birch Bay … more

Obituary: Rev. Albert Marion Archer

Rev. Albert Marion Archer January 3, 1937 – January 5, 2025   Rev. Albert Marion Archer, 88, passed away on January 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Albert is … more

Boys, girls wrestling show out at Districts, send 15 to state tourney

The Blaine wrestling program had another banner weekend at the District 1 tournaments on February 15, sending at least 15 wrestlers to the Mat Classic XXXVI at the Tacoma Dome to compete for a state … more

Birch Bay Community Advisory Committee to hold first meeting

The Birch Bay Community Advisory Committee (BBCAC) plans to spend its first meeting discussing how it can best represent the voice of the community. It meets at Birch Bay Bible Church at 6 p.m. … more

Rock barrier added along U.S./Canada border in Blaine

U.S. Border Patrol has recently added another layer of rock to prevent people from driving illegally across the U.S./Canada border in Blaine. According to CBP spokesperson Jason Givens, the … more

O’Reilly Auto Parts opens store in Blaine

O’Reilly Auto Parts has opened its doors to service Blaine customers. The national auto parts store held its soft opening in the Blaine International Center, at 1631 H Street, on February … more
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