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CDC to put tight restrictions on dogs traveling across the border

Barring some response from elected federal officials, the CDC will be implementing new rules about bringing dogs into the country by land, sea or air from anywhere in the world. This will include … more

Man sues Birch Bay Waterslides for serious injury on slide

A Skagit County man who spent nearly two weeks in intensive care after being injured going down a faulty slide at Birch Bay Waterslides last August has sued the water park for negligence. The water … more

Navarez and Griffin head to state, 22 head to track and field bi-districts

Track and Field Blaine track and field competed well in the Northwest Conference 1A District Championships at Lynden Christian on May 8 and 10, with 22 athletes qualifying for the District 1/2 … more

Spring block party coming to downtown Blaine

An all-day spring block party will fill the streets of downtown Blaine on Saturday, May 18. Blaine Chamber of Commerce is hosting the event from noon to 8 p.m. The spring party will be … more

Candidates file to run for public positions

As election season nears, a slate of candidates has filed for offices to represent north Whatcom County residents. Below is a list of some candidates who decided to run in the August 2024 … more

Blaine Planning Commission changes downtown parking recommendation

Blaine Planning Commission made revisions to its downtown residential parking recommendation for city council during its May 9 meeting and planned to hold a special meeting at 5 p.m. May 15 to vote … more

Oh bear, they're back!

Several Blaine residents have recently reported seeing a mother black bear and her offspring wandering around Giles Road, just north of Custer. The sightings come after a black bear and two cubs were … more

KMRE Radio to host fundraiser to expand into Blaine, Birch Bay

Bellingham-based community radio station KMRE will hold its first pledge drive from Friday, May 17 to Sunday, May 19. Funds donated from the community will go toward the station’s goal of … more

Veronica North headlines Wild Buffalo

Birch Bay singer-songwriter Veronica North will take center stage at Bellingham’s popular music venue, the Wild Buffalo, on Thursday, May 23. The concert, only for those over 21 years old, … more

Letters to The Editor: May 16-22, 2024

The Editor: I am writing again to commend you for your excellent coverage, this time the finessed departure of Jon Hutchings, the former Whatcom County public works director. All I know about … more

Sheriff's Reports, May 16-22, 2024

May 3, 8:32 a.m.: Civil problem cold call on Bay Road. May 3, 3:51 p.m.: Civil problem cold call on Comox Road. May 4, 1:46 a.m.: Domestic – physical on Birch Bay Drive. May 4, … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: May 16-22, 2024

May 4, 1:28 a.m.: Burglary on Canvasback Road. May 4, 10:52 a.m.: Sex crime (no rape) on Mitchell Avenue. May 4, 4:05 p.m.: Death investigation on Boblett Street. May 4, 6:11 p.m.: … more

Birch Bay Waterslides to undergo refurbishment, remain closed for 2024 season

Birch Bay Waterslides won’t be open this summer as its operating permit remains suspended following a serious injury at the end of last season. Water park management is planning a full … more

Whatcom County Council to consider fully funding Birch Bay incorporation feasibility study

Whatcom County Council is anticipated to vote in June on providing crucial funding for Birch Bay incorporation efforts through a feasibility study that would provide a clearer picture of costs … more
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