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Getting ready for 2021 Medicare open enrollment in a virtual world

The annual Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plan open enrollment period is traditionally a time for educational events, classes and one-on-one meetings, but this year due to the … more

Obituary: James L. Gregory

February 7, 1942–October 28, 2020 James L. Gregory, of Blaine, passed away Wednesday October 28, 2020 at his home.  Jim was 78, born in Tonasket, WA to Winnifred (Thwaites) and John … more

Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 1

Don't forget to set your clocks back an hour this weekend – daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 1. Falling back back to standard time will mean brighter mornings and … more

How to digitally track your ballot

Election season is upon us, which means if you’re a registered voter in Whatcom County, you’ve already received your ballot in the mail. (If you haven’t received it, contact the … more

Fundraising for the community toy store toy drive starts November 1

The Community Assistance Program is anticipating more demand this year as it prepares for the annual Community Toy Store this December.  The program has seen more than double the number of … more

Photo of the Week: Vote!

Whatcom County is voting early at more than double the rate in 2016

People across the state and country are voting earlier than usual in this election, and Whatcom County is no exception. On October 27, one week before Election Day on Tuesday, November 3, the … more

Local options for a safe and festive Halloween

The Whatcom County Health Department recommends that residents avoid higher-risk Halloween activities like parties and door-to-door trick-or-treating to slow the spread of Covid-19.  In a … more

Inside the eradication of the Asian giant hornet nest east of Blaine

Philip Bovenkamp was the first to arrive. At 4 a.m. he pulled his lawn chair 100 feet behind the yellow caution tape on his neighbor’s east Blaine property. He drank black coffee in the … more

Covid-19 cases by school district area, October 27, 2020

As of October 26, Whatcom County had a total of 1,577 confirmed cases of Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic and 50 deaths, according to the Washington State Department of Health. Fifty-three of … more

Rules of the Road: Chains and all-wheel-drive vehicles

Q: The Washington State Patrol lists “alternative traction devices” that are approved for use when “chains required” signs are posted. However, the Washington Administrative … more

Police Department Reports: October 29-November 4, 2020

October 17, 6:12 p.m.: Officers were called to the Blaine Skate Park for a fight. Officers determined the altercation was mutual. Case forwarded to the juvenile prosecutor. October 18, 10:24 p.m.: … more

Letters to the Editor: October 29-November 4, 2020

The Editor: I would like to thank our local UPS driver and a lady motorist for helping me with a traumatic incident yesterday on H Street and Ronald Drive. I was walking my dog at the nearby … more

Birch Bay berm budget increased, questions answered

Whatcom County Council added funds to the Birch Bay berm’s project budget on October 13. The budget increase will ensure that any construction, cultural and Covid-19 issues that may arise … more

Program that helps with utility bills can’t keep up with need

On October 13, governor Jay Inslee extended his utility shutoff moratorium that was set to expire on October 15 until December 31.  Though the moratorium will temporarily keep the water … more
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