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City looking for downtown business owners to allow murals

The city of Blaine is looking for downtown property owners with interest in decorating their building for the city’s downtown mural program. Blaine City Council unanimously voted March 22 to … more

Peace Arch Park weddings continue in 2021, with slight changes

Last summer, Peace Arch Park hosted as many as 12 weddings a day as cross-border couples raced to the altar. This summer, the park has increased regulations, permitting only two large events but … more

With eviction moratorium up, renters have until August to make a plan

Before the state eviction moratorium ended July 1, governor Jay Inslee announced a two-month “bridge” transition before tenants can be kicked out for past due rent. Under the … more

Cancer-free canines meet for playdate to celebrate two years since diagnosis

On July 18, two dogs with a lot in common met for the first time. Both Riley and Wiley are tumor-free after receiving experimental treatment for lymphoma at Bellingham Veterinary. Wiley, a Blue … more

Affordable Care Act open enrollment ends Sunday, August 15

Healthcare system PeaceHealth is reminding community members that the federal government created a special enrollment period for enrolling or changing their 2021 Affordable Care Act plan. The … more

Road Rules: Running a parked electric car

Question: I have Chevy Bolt EV and during the recent heat wave I left the vehicle “on” while parked in order to leave the air conditioning running. The car is designed so that it can turn … more

Letters to the Editor: July 22-28, 2021

The Editor: Blaine Senior Center is now open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The following activities are available for members: The library, gym and pool hall. Also available are … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: July 22-28, 2021

July 10, 11:04 a.m.: Assist citizen on Madison Avenue. July 10, 3:08 p.m.: Property found on Peace Portal Drive. July 10, 6:07 p.m.: Burglary investigation on D Street. July 11, 6:17 p.m.: … more

Sheriff's Reports, July 22-28, 2021

July 13, 3:15 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Bay Circle. July 13, 6:28 a.m.: Arson response, no fire, on Ham Road, Custer. July 13, 9:16 a.m.: Domestic order violence on Breeze … more

Obituary: Patricia Ann Baldwin

Patricia Ann Baldwin January 26, 1942 – July 8, 2021   Patricia Ann Baldwin of Blaine, WA passed away on July 8, 2021. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Charles (Bill) … more

Canada to re-open border to fully vaccinated U.S. travelers August 9

The U.S./Canada border will open to fully vaccinated U.S. travelers Monday, August 9, according to a Canadian government announcement on July 19. The country will reopen September 7 to fully … more

CAP clothing bank will open Monday, July 19 in new G Street location

The Community Assistance Program (CAP) clothing bank is opening to the public Monday, July 19 in its new location at the former Freedom Community Church. The clothing bank provides free clothing … more

Blaine, Birch Bay businesses battle with staffing

The Rustic Fork Eatery closed for lunch three days a week starting July 13, while other restaurants like Bob’s Burgers and Brew cope with hiring. As state Covid-19 restrictions ease up, local … more

Blaine Marine Park and California Creek Estuary Park projects receive grants

Randy Parten, owner of The Dream Boat Company in Blaine Harbor, knows a thing or two about boat safety. In 2018, Parten came up with a trailblazing invention to save lives on the water. Parten … more

Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district: July 10

On July 12, Whatcom County reached its long sought-after milestone to have 70 percent of residents 16 and older become fully vaccinated. This comes as the first confirmed case of the Delta variant … more

City council amends 2021-22 budget to include federal funds, intent to fix sewer pipes

Blaine City Council unanimously voted 6-0 during the July 12 meeting to amend the city’s 2021-22 budget to include federal aid and commit $6 million to fixing the East Blaine sewer system in … more

August primary ballots mailed July 14

The Whatcom County Auditor’s Office mailed August 3 primary election ballots to voters July 14. The ballots should be delivered by Friday, July 23, but if they’re not, Whatcom County … more
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