Wed, Mar 20, 2013
Birch Bay pedestrian facility update: Rights of way watched closely during project planning
Many of those who live and own property along Birch Bay Drive will be watching closely how the county delineates and uses county rights of way (ROW) as the Birch Bay Drive and Pedestrian Facility project moves forward.
How rights of way work in Whatcom County
I'm going to focus on an aspect of county government about which citizens commonly have questions â public right of way (ROW) roads and how they relate to their adjoining properties.
Wed, Mar 13, 2013
Council prepares to deed Semiahmoo wastewater plant to Lummi, addresses noise issues in council chambers
Ancient tribal burial grounds seem to be the city of Blaine's nemesis.
Let's Move, Blaine! coalition given big grant
If you are what you eat, doesn't it make sense to eat the best food possible?
Homestead founder fined $100,000 in company's collapse, reportedly owes investors $65 million in the fallout
What a tangled web Homestead Northwest has weaved for itself.
Unlucky drunks this St. Pat's Day
Drunk drivers should not expect to have the luck of the Irish this St. Paddy's Day weekend.
Jazz concert welcomes flappers
A new fundraising event that the Pacific Arts Association is putting on promises to be a swinging good time, especially for fans of the jazz era.
Conference aims to help businesses, entrepreneurs network and innovate
Sustainable Connections has announced that the 9th annual Future of Business Conference, Inspiration & Innovation will be held April 25-26 in Bellingham.
Antique, craft show set to inspire
The 27th Annual Lynden Spring Craft and Antique Show takes place next door in Lynden at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds on March 14-16.
No munchies at Menchie's
Mix it up with Menchie's Frozen Yogurt in Bellingham on March 16 and 17 and youâll be supporting the Blaine High School's drug- and alcohol-free senior grad night.
Boogie for the Blaine Food Bank
Sometimes you have to give a little back, especially when you've received so much.
Washington's death penalty: justice or revenge? Legislature tackles divisive issue; conclusion elusive
Is Washington state's death penalty for capital crimes justice or revenge?
Saving water with spring rains
The folks at the Birch Bay Water and Sewer District are teaming up with the folks at the Birch Bay Watershed Aquatic Resources Management (BBWARM) District to host two rain barrel workshops this spring for residents of Blaine and Birch Bay.
Blaine student accepted to ballet program
Blaine Conservatory student Darien Jones auditioned for and was accepted to the Los Angeles Summer Ballet Intensive.
What our state legislators are up to
There were nine bills introduced by Representative Jason Overstreet (Blaine) in January.
Young at Heart: March happenings
What wonderful news, the month of March has arrived!
County Council says yes to reconveyance, vote 5-2 to create new park
After three hours of back-to-back comments from 82 residents, Whatcom County Council voted 5-2 Tuesday night in favor of taking ownership of 8,884 acres of land abutting Lake Whatcom to create a park for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding.
Plover back in business
The historic Plover went out for sea trials on March 5 after having its engine replaced.
Wed, Mar 6, 2013
Survivor steps up to raise money for cancer research
It all started with bruises that just wouldn't heal.
Business is booming in Blaine and Birch Bay
The Peace Arch Business Center offers multiple business services and a strategic location near the Canadian border for start-up businesses, home-based businesses and foreign-owned businesses that seek a physical U.S. presence.
Daylight Savings Time is here!
Time skips ahead on Sunday, March 10 as the majority of the U.S. begins observing Daylight Saving Time.
Whatcom County Sheriff partners with U.S. Marshals
Drug deals, violence and murder.
Wings Over Water festival takes flight for 11th year
Birding is one of America's fastest growing outdoor activities, and Blaine and Birch Bay, which are located on the "Pacific Flyway," are considered to be one of the country's premier bird viewing areas.
Via reopens
Co-owner Jefferson Oh, l., and manager Steve Hendricks greet the first customers at Via Birch Bay Cafe after it reopened on March 1.
Don't break your mom's video game
In a bizarre role-reversal that ended with an arrest, a 37-year-old Birch Bay mother was allegedly provoked into a murderous rage when her 17-year-old son broke her video game.
Blaine groups fundraise for Blaine Pavilion
A contingent of community groups have gathered together and started raising funds for a new covered pavilion that will be attached to the Blaine Community Center.
State begins investigation of toxins at Westman Marine site
The Washington Department of Ecology (DOE) and the Port of Bellingham are entering into a legal agreement to investigate contamination at the Westman Marine site in Blaine.
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