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How to control spring pests

Just when winter thaws out and people are anxious to enjoy the blooming flowers and luscious lawns of spring, pesky pests make an appearance. Many pests resume their levels of … more

Are you an impatient gardener? Consider planting these fast-growing vegetables.

Stepping outdoors and picking a freshly grown vegetable is a joy for many homeowners who like to garden. Growing vegetables at home offers many benefits. In addition to providing a … more

Pacific Lock and Safe opens for business in Blaine

Mitch Luna, pictured, recently opened Pacific Lock and Safe at 384 H Street in Blaine. In addition to being open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday, the business also … more

Design Builders transforms home in Birch Bay

A before and after photo of a two-bedroom Birch Bay home that was recently renovated by Design Builders, LLC. By Stefanie Donahue Whether they’re millennials or baby boomers, homeowners are … more

Abandoned home on C Street demolished

Photo by Molly Ernst. By Stefanie Donahue An abandoned home in Blaine was demolished on April 11. The home, located at 481 C Street, was owned by William Dobie and has been abandoned for at least two … more

Cause of death determined for man who was found deceased in vehicle off H Street Road

Robert Cross, a 64-year-old resident of Lynden who was found deceased in his vehicle off H Street Road in Blaine this month, died due to complications of hypertensive and atherosclerotic … more

Blaine students celebrate Whatcom County Math Championship win

The Whatcom County Math Championship took place on April 21. Pictured is one of the fourth grade teams from the Blaine school district, made up of Olivia … more

Al Swift, former U.S. representative, dies at age 82

Known as a humorous storyteller with a fancy for cigars, former congressman Al Swift has died. According to a press release from the U.S. House of Representatives, Swift passed away … more

First half of property taxes due

To avoid interest or penalties, pay the first half of your property taxes by Monday, April 30. According to the Whatcom County treasurer’s office, property taxes that are not … more

Shannon Mani

April 6, 1997-April 13, 2018 A memorial service will be held for Shannon on Friday, April 27, 6-8 p.m. in the Blaine Middle School cafeteria. more

At the border: March 2018

Border crossing numbers from U.S. Customs and Border Protection March 2018 At the Peace Arch crossing: 207,933 passenger vehicles, 410,865 passengers, 95,427 … more

Blaine Police Department reports: April 16-23

April 16, 11:16 a.m.: Driving with a suspended license on Bell Road. April 16, 1:00 p.m.: Traffic complaint on Semiahmoo Drive. April 16, 2:14 pm.: Malicious … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: April 14-22

April 14, 6:47 a.m.: Papers served on Blaine Road. April 14, 2:03 p.m.: Trespass on Blaine Road. April 14, 2:38 p.m.: Domestic violence order cold call on H Street Road. April … more

Save animals, clean a park and other Earth Day volunteer opportunities

By Oliver Lazenby  Earth Day is Sunday, April 22 and nonprofits, businesses and groups throughout the county are offering opportunities for volunteers to make a … more

Planning commission greenlights downtown project

685 Peace Portal Drive. Photo courtesy the city of Blaine. A few apartments in addition to a restaurant, coffee and barber shops slated for construction By Stefanie Donahue Yet another developer is … more

Packed house turns out for presentation about cannery life

[slideshow_deploy id='23808'] Photos by Katie Ringsmuth By Stefanie Donahue An upwards of 80 people visited Blaine last weekend to … more

Don’t forget – special election ballots are due on April 24

If you plan to vote in the special election on Tuesday, April 24, be sure to submit your ballot on time. Up for consideration is a $12 million, six-year capital projects and … more

National Bookmobile Day draws readers from Birch Bay

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) bookmobile employee Greta Haas helps young readers pick out books on National Bookmobile Day on April 11. The bookmobile parks at the site of … more
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