Sharon Shewmake, a state representative for the 42nd legislative district, will be hosting an informal listening session on Tuesday, September 3. The event will take place from 9 to 10 a.m. at … more

Markie Nelson started her interior design firm in 1972 in Seattle. But it wasn’t until 1985 that she had her first introduction to Blaine – the chance to design for Beachwalker Villas. … more

The Blaine Food Bank is changing its hours for distribution, as well as the way visitors can collect their groceries. Starting on Monday, September 2 (Labor Day), the Blaine Food Bank will be … more

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony – or rather, a sand pouring ceremony, since no ground will be broken – to celebrate the beginning of … more

Whatcom County shorelines are dynamic places, both in terms of vibrant, distinct communities as well as the diversity of natural habitats. And they face increasing threats. While we might not … more

The annual beachside event Discover Birch Bay Days took place in Birch Bay on August 16, 17 and 18. This year, the event was combined with Fan Fest Northwest, which came to Birch Bay for the first … more

The president of Family Care Network (FCN) delivered a presentation to Blaine city council at its August 12 meeting, revealing further details of a proposal to build a new medical center in Blaine. … more

The final primary results have been released, and the top two finishers in each race will now proceed to the general election in November. The final vote count took place in the afternoon on … more

On August 15, Whatcom Land Trust stewardship director Jennifer Mackey led public officials on a tour along the newly created trail near California Creek. The recently acquired property was mowed and … more

A week before the first day of school, contractors at Blaine High School were working on trim and other finishing touches in the remodeled section of the school as staff moved furniture into … more

The Blaine Police Department has launched a new Facebook page in order to post notices, invite feedback and build connections with the Blaine community. The new initiative, led by new police … more

The city of Blaine will soon be soliciting proposals for either the revitalization of the old city hall building with new uses or a complete redevelopment of the site that would include demolition of … more

Home Farm UPick & Events will be hosting its first sunflower festival on August 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 8020 Kickerville Road in Birch Bay. Tickets can be purchased online at … more

Enjoy some fun in the sun at the third annual Summer Fun in the Park event. Sponsored by Windermere Real Estate agents Jen Freeman and Leah Crews, the free event will take place from 5 to 10 … more

At low tide, the beach at east Drayton Harbor reveals what cannot normally be seen: piles of marine debris, from house shingles to pieces of linoleum and even golf balls. Nets tangle with rocks, and … more

The Blaine school board will honor Ron Spanjer at its next meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 26. Parents, students and community members are invited to join the board at the beginning of the … more

A Scottish highland dance school has opened in Blaine, giving students a chance to learn dances that date as far back as the 16th century and tell the history of the Scottish people. Lillian … more

An upcoming public hearing will focus on a new comprehensive water system plan prepared for the city of Blaine. The public hearing is scheduled to take place on Monday, August 26 during the city … more

Blaine city council voted unanimously to accept the cost of the recent demolition of a dilapidated downtown building, despite a last-minute protest by the building owner’s widow. During a … more