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Noticing a difference in to-go orders recently? The state’s new plastic laws may be why

If you’ve noticed to-go order changes at your favorite local restaurants, you’re likely not the only one. Washington’s single-use serviceware law went into effect January 1. Now … more

Big fourth-quarter threes slide boys basketball by rival Nooksack Valley on senior night, post-season ahead for winter sports

Blaine boys basketball beat a young Nooksack Valley team 52-49 on senior night Tuesday in the high school gymnasium. Two big three-pointers from senior Avery Dohner and junior Carson Lehnert were … more

Hawkins looks back on service to the city of Blaine

Charlie Hawkins gave his final farewell after 16 years on Blaine City Council, leaving a legacy that he represented for generations of old time Blaine families. Hawkins served several terms in the … more

Bullets cause $7,000 in damages to Birch Bay home

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputies have not found a suspect after a Birch Bay homeowner reported multiple bullets shot into their Anderson Road home. A homeowner in the 4800 … more

Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district boundaries: January 22

There have been 3,525 Covid-19 cases in Whatcom County in the past week, or 10.5 percent of the county’s total Covid-19 cases since the start of the pandemic, according to Whatcom County Health … more

January 25 Whatcom County Council meeting roundup

The latest news from the January 25 Whatcom County Council meeting. Alderson Road golf cart zone Whatcom County Council voted 7-0 to establish a 25 mph speed limit on Alderson Road from east … more

School board moves forward with Granger’s contract extension

In the January regular meeting, the Blaine school board passed a motion to accept superintendent Christopher Granger’s annual performance evaluation as satisfactory. The board then passed … more

Blaine schools return to in-person classes, cases hit record-high prior to remote learning

The Blaine school district returned to in-person learning this week after moving class remote for last week’s four-day school week.  Superintendent Christopher Granger announced the … more

Flu activity rises in Washington state

Flu activity across Washington has risen to moderate levels and, for the first time in roughly two years, Washington state is reporting multiple flu-related deaths. Three individuals, all age 65 or … more

Letters to The Editor: February 3-9, 2022

The Editor: I just returned from a Saturday shopping trip to downtown Blaine. In a parking lot and on the Peace Portal Way were trucks with all sorts of flags and “Stop the Mandate” … more

Sheriff's Reports, February 3-9, 2022

Jan. 20, 4:01 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident injury on Bruce Road, Custer. Jan. 20, 4:19 p.m.: Behavioral health issue on Outrigger Loop. Jan. 20, 4:42 p.m.: Theft on Dawn Lane, Custer. Jan. … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: February 3-9, 2022

Jan. 22, 9:13 p.m.: Assist agency on 14th Street. Jan. 22, 10:34 p.m.: Paper service on Runge Avenue. Jan. 23, 12:29 a.m.: Assist agency on Vista Drive. Jan. 23, 2:29 p.m.: Domestic dispute, … more

Port staff: Company in negotiations for Alcoa smelter, $10 million proposed in state funding to reopen facility

A New York City-based private-equity firm is considering buying Alcoa’s idled Ferndale smelter but will need contracts with Alcoa and Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) first, according to Port … more

Nearly 20 Blaine businesses awarded state border grants

The Washington state Department of Commerce awarded 19 Blaine and Birch Bay businesses grants to alleviate the financial hit of the U.S./Canada border closure. The Working Washington Border … more

February 8 special election ballots mailed

February 8 special election ballots have been mailed out to Birch Bay voters preparing to vote in favor or against Proposition 2, which, if passed, would fund the construction of the Birch Bay Vogt … more

City council revises fee schedule to include leasehold tax for plaza use

City council voted 6-0 during its January 24 meeting to include a 12.84 percent leasehold tax in fees already established for businesses using the city’s plaza space. Councilmember Mike Hill … more
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