Since our inception in May 2025, the Blaine Public Schools Foundation (BPSF) has been defined by one powerful truth: We are stronger together. In seven months, we have proven that when a community … more

As we reflect on 2025, the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate a year defined by strong community spirit, record-breaking participation and meaningful progress. This year, our … more

The Birch Bay Watershed and Aquatic Resources Management (BBWARM) District’s mission is to reduce stormwater impacts, enhance water quality and improve habitat. In 2025, BBWARM staff and … more

The past year was a time of growth, connection and new opportunities for Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2). Through expanded programming, strong partnerships and dedicated … more

It’s been a busy year at the Blaine Public Library. By the end of 2025, we are on track to: • see over 82,000 library visitors • offer 242 public programs • provide over 98 … more

As 2025 legislative year wraps up, my focus remains translating the work in Olympia into local results for Blaine and Birch Bay. At the heart of that work is transparency, trust, and … more

The Peace Arch Education Foundation (PAEF) is built on the premise that all children matter and believes that all students, families and communities have strengths, and they know best what they need. … more

The corner of Birch Bay Drive and Alderson Road has never had more excitement! The Bridge Community Hope Center, encompassing the food bank and designer clothing boutique, has had an exceptional … more

Looking back on 2025, Friends of Birch Bay Library (FOBBL) wants to thank our community, supporters and library advocates. Through regular activities and new adventures, this year’s library … more

Pacific Arts Association (PAA) had a vibrant and productive year, highlighted by the 24th annual Blaine Harbor Music Festival and the return of a wonderful holiday event: the Night Market and … more

Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 brought holiday spirit to the Blaine Community Center/Senior Center on December 18 with its December community dinner featuring caroling from the … more

The Editor: I live on H Street in Blaine and most early mornings I walk along Peace Portal Drive out to the fishing pier. I have noticed a number of people who apparently are sleeping … more

December 10, 7:55 a.m.: Suicidal subject on Crest Drive. December 10, 8:25 a.m.: Prowler cold call on Semiahmoo Lane. December 10, 1:26 p.m.: Fraud cold call on Creasey Road. December … more

Robin   Lee Younkins April 19, 1957 – December 11, 2025   Robin Younkins, age 68, passed away unexpectedly December 11, while working in his shop. The oldest of four, Rob … more

Kenneth Stewart “Stew” Armstrong May 16, 1944 – December 4, 2025   It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Stewart Armstrong, widely known as … more

Historic flooding has inundated Washington since early December, with some of the hardest hit areas in Skagit and Whatcom counties. The devastation was still being tallied as more rain was in … more

Whatcom County has released its draft Birch Bay incorporation feasibility study that depicts a future city that would not have a strong enough sales tax base to keep its budget balanced. The … more