Local water sources are safe, officials say
In light of the recent discovery of traces of pharmaceutical compounds in drinking water sources of many major U.S. cities, local water officials want to reassure residents in Blaine and Birch Bay about the regional water quality .
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Blaine school bond falling short of approval
School bond requests went down to defeat yesterday across the county as voters apparently shied away from new tax burdens as the economy sours.
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City to consider $18 million town center
Plans for an $18 million mixed-use city hall development that would include private condominiums and public office spaces are moving closer to becoming a reality.
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 Easter raffle...
C Shop owner Patricia Alesse molds a 5-pound bunny to be raffled for the Blaine Boys & Girls Club Saturday. To purchase tickets, call 332-3008. Photo by Tara Nelson |
Whoah!
Blaine junior Caleb Statham handles a ball with his chest in Blaine's 7-0 drubbing of Nooksack last Tuesday at the Pipe. Photo by Jack Kintner
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Speak up now
The city of Blaine is seeking public input on the design of its new website.
Border bummer...
This year’s Hands Across the Border festival has been cancelled because of construction at the Peace Arch Port of Entry.
Around the City
• Area Easter egg hunts scheduled
• Blaine artisans featured at Lynden craft fair
• Application deadline for beach watcher program March 27
• Series to discuss green building
• Free counseling offered
Blaine high school graduate will travel to Tanzania
A Blaine high school senior will join United Planet to provide invaluable support to a community in Tanzania, while being immersed in Tanzanian life and culture.
Magic show to raise funds for Close-Up trip
Local teenager and world teen champion of magic, Sterling Dietz will be performing the evenings of March 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. at the Blaine performing arts center.
Home Improvement
• Decking materials vary in cost, suitability
• Lynden antique show features two Blaine women |
