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The Freeman's Neighborhood Halloween Yard Party was well attended by kids of all ages. The theme this year was "Wonka's Factory" with treats of cotton candy, interactive candy stations and hot …
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11/4/19 01:52 PM
The case against a Blaine City Council candidate accused of obstructing law enforcement officers has been dismissed, according to the candidate’s attorney.
Steven Tojek, a border patrol …
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Jami Makan |
11/2/19 01:45 PM
Building a library in Birch Bay and expanding the Blaine Library are the Whatcom County Library System’s top two infrastructure priorities, and it may pursue funding for both using a single …
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Oliver Lazenby |
10/30/19 06:39 PM
When saxophonist Nick Biello met trumpeter Charlie Porter for the first time at the annual Blaine Harbor Music Camp, it was the beginning of a musical partnership.
Hailing from opposite coasts, …
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Kira Erickson |
10/30/19 06:36 PM
Blaine City Council passed a resolution opposing Initiative 976 after holding a public hearing on the issue at its October 28 meeting.
Initiative 976 would limit motor vehicle license fees (car …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:33 PM
Award-winning local author Debu Majumdar will be present at a book-signing event starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 2 at the Blaine United Church of Christ at 885 4th Street. Majumdar will be …
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Kira Erickson |
10/30/19 06:27 PM
The Editor:
First, I support all border agents. The work they do is difficult. However, the story about the elderly woman from Canada who died in Drayton Harbor was disturbing.
This woman …
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10/30/19 06:24 PM
Community programs that promote recreation and leisure activities in the Blaine/Birch Bay area can apply for funding from Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2).
Proposals for …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:23 PM
Blaine cross country teams broke new ground at the Northwest Conference meet on October 23 at Civic Stadium in Bellingham, with runners across the board hitting personal best times.
The top boys …
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Oliver Lazenby |
10/30/19 06:21 PM
The Blaine varsity girls soccer team is headed for the playoffs after finishing its regular season on October 28 with a 3–1 loss to Burlington-Edison at home.
The Borderites’ regular …
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Oliver Lazenby |
10/30/19 06:20 PM
Blaine varsity football is preparing for its first home playoff game since 2013. Though the Borderites finished at the bottom of their division, they made the playoffs simply by being in the higher …
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Oliver Lazenby |
10/30/19 06:17 PM
A new online survey aims to gather input on the border-crossing habits and preferences of B.C. and Washington state residents.
Titled “Representations and Practices of the Canada/U.S. …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:15 PM
The city of Blaine was recently presented with an award from governor Jay Inslee’s office, recognizing the city’s efforts to engage its residents in key decisions about proposed projects …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:13 PM
Local realtor Mike Kent was recently recognized by the National Association of Realtors for his political advocacy in support of lower real estate taxes and stronger private property rights.
In …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:10 PM
If you’ve ever thought about recycling a Pringles can or a juice carton in Whatcom County, think twice. Recycling and safety manager Rodd Pemble of Sanitary Service Company said the public may …
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Kira Erickson |
10/30/19 06:07 PM
As winter approaches, there are many steps that homeowners can take to get their homes ready for the colder weather.
According to Heidi Hollander, office manager at Pacific Building Center (PBC) …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:03 PM
An unprecedented amount of money is being spent on this year’s race for Whatcom County executive, including television ads taking candidate Satpal Sidhu to task for comments he made suggesting …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 06:01 PM
Whatcom County sheriff Bernie Reynolds, in the white shorts, helps a boxer train at Fircrest Resort in Birch Bay for the Blossom Time bout, May 1961.
Photo by Jack Carver, courtesy Whatcom …
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10/30/19 05:59 PM
Birch Bay residents who are interested in cleaning up their neighborhood, reducing stormwater impacts and protecting water quality can participate in a new volunteer program.
The Adopt-a-Block …
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Jami Makan |
10/30/19 05:56 PM
