Thu, Aug 7, 2003
Plover pulls two swimmers from Drayton Harbor
by Jack Kintner
Land proposal on city council agenda
The city of Blaine will discuss the acquisition of 5.43 acres lying near the southern area of the Blaine Municipal Airport, at Monday evening�s city council...
Thu, Jul 31, 2003
Discover historic vessels, dance on the dockBy R. Schwarz Kopf
The 8th annual Plover Days comes to Blaine August 9–10, the same weekend as the 6th annual Dance on the Dock, a fundraiser for the Blaine boys and...
13th annual Custer Days to be held August 8, 9
Whether you’ve always dreamed of revving up the engine of your lawnmower and racing it through town, or eating a humongous salmon dinner, just for...
The Blender: Teen center to offer more
Music blasting, people yelling at the top of their lungs, and the sounds of skateboards rolling across the floor may sound like every parent’s nightmare...
City looks to raise SEPA standards
The city of Blaine is looking to raise State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) thresholds in an effort to develop a better process for better development...
Beach naturalists walking local shores next weekend
Gerald Larson has been walking the shores of Birch Bay for three years now, meeting beach-goers and sharing all kinds of information.As part of the beach...
Blaine woman donates tidelands to cityThe Blaine city council unanimously voted to accept 1.2 acres of donated tidelands. Caroline Larson, 94, donated ...
Authorities nab man wanted for murder
The Blaine police department assisted the New York police department last week in the apprehension of a man wanted on a New York murder charge. William...
Birch Bay water consumption hits record usage
The Birch Bay community has repeatedly set water usage records the last few weeks, forcing the Birch Bay water and sewer district to cut water deliveries...
Public access: Beach debate heats up
The issue of who owns the beach has been a hotbed for debate in Birch Bay and has surfaced several times over the years in the form of James Way, a small...
Thu, Jul 24, 2003
Fresh off the boat: Fishermen sell seafood hours after catch
For people tired of buying seafood from the grocery store, fresh fish is just a phone call away. Depending on the season, local fishermen, Lee Bouma and...
First a local taxi, then a local history musem
Caryn Johnson, director of the newly formed Blaine Heritage Society, wants Blaine to remember its history. But first, she�s bringing in some city transportation...
Youth to perform Charlie and the Chocolate Factory this weekend
In the middle of July, most kids are sleeping in as late as their parents will allow, and spending afternoons playing outside, but the cast of Charlie ...
Bookstore: City to tear down if owners don�t The building that formerly housed the Blaine Book Company, the last adult bookstore in the city, will likely...
First of three gateway signs installed
In an effort to enhance downtown Blaine and draw more visitors into the area, the city erected the first of three gateway signs earlier this week.
City proposes airport land acquisition
The city council may discuss the possible acquisition of 5.43 acres lying near the southern end of the Blaine Municipal Airport at the next city council...
Birch Bay on shellfish watch list
The state department of health (DOH) has identified Birch Bay as one of 20 threatened shellfish areas across the state, according to this year�s early ...
Thu, Jul 17, 2003
Project Vote Smart: electoral eyes
With the upcoming elections, voters who are looking for more information on candidates can use the resources of Project Vote Smart (PVS), a non-partisan...
Four students place second at technology conference
Four Blaine high school technology students brought home a second place trophy from the 25th National Technology Student Association Conference in Orlando...
Tomko�s Bones in business for 14 years
Walking through pet stores, you have probably passed by or even purchased Tomko�s Real Bonesproducts, but what you might not know is that Tomko�s is a ...
Discovery Days: Free parking, roads closedThere will be free parking at Birch Bay State Park, in conjunction with Birch Bay Discovery Days, on Saturday...
The Blaine citizens� wastewater advisory committee (CWAC), which is comprised of 10 members of different backgrounds and appointed by city council, initiated...
More than $2,000 raised for Blaine skate park
The Blaine skate park is a tad closer to being built. The Blaine Extreme Sports Club and supporters of the skate park raised $2,150 after holding a two-day...
Birch Bay water sewer district lauded by DOE
Birch Bay Water and Sewer District was recognized last week by the Department of Ecology for operating an outstanding water treatment plant.
County points out traffic issues, future plans
Claudia Hollod has been working for more than 20 years to get better roadways in Birch Bay. Now, with some of Birch Bay�s biggest problem areas on Whatcom...
Thu, Jul 10, 2003
Igloo Beach Boutique: New clothes in Birch Bay When visitors wander into Birch Bay�s new clothing store, Igloo Beach Boutique, they are asked to place ...
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