Thu, Nov 15, 2012
Needful Things hosts grand opening, celebrates move to new retail location
The one thing that Needful Things needed more of was space.
New orthodontist joins Borderview Dental
A flip of the phone book decided his fate.
Community takes time to remember; honor veterans on Veterans Day
Senior hosts afterschool robotics club
What do you get when you put a toothbrush, a pager motor and a watch battery together?
Wed, Nov 7, 2012
Signed, sealed and delivered: The 2012 election
Local voters in Blaine, Birch Bay and Point Roberts pretty much mirrored the nation Tuesday with 50.8 percent casting their ballot to re-elect Barack Obama as President of the United States.
Whatcom man convicted of animal cruelty
Kenneth Martin Cassell has been convicted of three counts of animal cruelty in the second degree and one count of violating the Washington State dog breeding law.
Community Assistance Program begins preparations for Thanksgiving baskets, urges families to sign up
What's Thanksgiving without a turkey?
Shellfish harvesting now allowed
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) upgraded the recreational harvest status of local beaches on November 1.
Holiday traffic expected to cause extended weekend border delays
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is reminding drivers planning to cross the border this weekend to be prepared for holiday traffic.
Bank teller charged with theft
A Whatcom County bank teller was charged with six counts of first-degree theft for stealing nearly $153,000 from an elderly Blaine woman, most of which was spent in casinos.
Blaine infant in critical condition
On October 31, an unresponsive Blaine infant was admitted to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham with head and brain injuries.
Clothing bank needs support
St. Martin's Clothing Bank (SMCB) is in dire need of volunteers to assist by receiving and distributing clean, gently used, free clothing to clients.
Wes Thompson: Blaine native reflects on service in Marine Corps, time at war, and helping other veterans
Wes Thompson was born to be a Marine.
Clayton Swansen: Blaine native finds purpose through the military, redirects a drifting life through his service
At 21 years old, Clayton Swansen was drifting.
Show your respect for country, veterans by following flag etiquette
Veterans Day is a perfect time to show your patriotism by flying the American flag.
The Tooth Fairy
Dan Persse, of Blaine Elementary School, fulfilled a bet to his students by dressing up as the Tooth Fairy for a day
Thu, Nov 1, 2012
Semiahmoo shutdown announced, 200 lose jobs
Semiahmoo Resort has announced the closure of their hotel and resort.
Birch Bay Square finds new owner
At long last, Birch Bay Square has found an owner.
Programs help landowners keep the watershed clean
There's water, water everywhere in Terrell Creek, but not a drop to drink.
WTA proposes change to afternoon bus departure
Whatcom Transit Authority (WTA) is considering a change to its 4:10 p.m. departure of Route 55.
New science facility in the works for Blaine High School
Plans for modernizing Blaine High School's science classrooms are beginning to take shape.
Daylight saving
Flood watch
The National Weather Services has issued a flood watch for Whatcom County due to steady rain across the area.
Winter Ride program gears up
The first informational meeting for the Winter Ride program will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 7 at the Blaine Middle School library.
Bellewood Acres hosts second annual CiderFest with live music and events
The apples are picked, the cider is pressed and the spirits have been distilled.
Public commenting opportunity for the Gateway Pacific Terminal project drew a crowd of nearly 2,000 to Squalicum High School
On Saturday, October 27, close to 2,000 people from across Whatcom County gathered in the pouring rain at Squalicum High School to voice their opinion on the proposed Gateway Terminal Project.
Young at Heart
It's November, a time to be especially thankful for our freedom and heritage.
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