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Man arrested after threatening church patrons

By Stefanie Donahue A man dressed in a “black tactical-style nylon vest with multiple pockets” and a holstered flare gun halted church service at Dakota Creek Christian Center … more

Medicare open enrollment nears

Seniors and other qualified Medicare recipients can make changes to their coverage Sunday, October 15 through Thursday, December 7. To help navigate the complex system, the Blaine Senior Center is … more

Better driving habits help family finances and the environment

According to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), motorists can help the environment and their own finances by incorporating a few good practices. Regular vehicle … more

Blaine High School homecoming

The senior class float at the homecoming football game with homecoming queen Zoe Eberly and king Calvin Brown. By Janell Kortlever. more

Whatcom County Fire Marshal lifts burn ban

By Stefanie Donahue Recent rainfall has allowed the Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office to lift the ban on outdoor burning. The change went into effect at 9 a.m. on Monday, … more

Environmental group receives $30,000 from Alcoa Foundation

Last month, the Bellingham-based Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) was awarded a $30,000 grant from the Alcoa Foundation to start a new internship training program. The … more

Chemical-free clothing company moves to Blaine

Rawganique co-founders Qeanu Wallner, l., and Quo Yong Fu, at the company’s new headquarters on C street in Blaine. Photos by Oliver Lazenby. By Oliver Lazenby Business owners might not think of … more

Developer proposes building 57 residential units on Peace Portal

By Stefanie Donahue Following approval from the Blaine Planning Commission, a development called Bayview on Drayton Harbor has cleared an important hurdle in plans to fill an entire … more

Blaine program reaches milestone, expands to new location

By Stefanie Donahue The Roots program in Blaine has exceeded expectations since it launched last October. By spring of last year, the program garnered the largest turnout of all … more

Peace Arch City Cafe to take over Pastime space

By Oliver Lazenby When the owners of one well-established Blaine restaurant decided they wanted to move on, the owners of another seized an opportunity to … more

New Blaine athletic director seeks to inspire

By Oliver Lazenby In fifth grade, Sean Linville was mesmerized as the Bellingham High School’s basketball team tossed layups into the net during a special assembly at Carl Cozier … more

Vitamin N (for nature): A small dose provides substantial stress relief

By Mandy LeBlanc A midweek hike through Discovery Park in Seattle recently brought a surprising amount of tranquility to my life – after a short sunset excursion, my family and I … more

Peace Portal Subway closes after 24 years of business

September 26 marked the final day visitors could stop by Subway at 429 Peace Portal Drive for a bite to eat. Longtime owners, Dale, Betty and Ted Schrader, closed the downtown … more

Blaine, Birch Bay candidate forums set

This month, voters in Blaine and Birch Bay will have the chance to ask their burning questions to the full slate of candidates on the November 7 general election ballot. Two forums … more

County auditor’s office gears up for November 7

With the November 7 general election just around the corner, the Whatcom County Auditor’s Office has installed three new ballot drop boxes, including one in Custer. There are now a total of 18 drop … more

Volunteers begin distributing winter coat donations October 10

September 30 marked the last day of the Community Assistance Program and Interfaith Coalition’s winter coat drive – now it’s time to get those items to new owners. Donors were asked to give new … more

Community Meals return to the senior center

Once again, Blaine Community Assistance Program (CAP) is hosting its weekly Community Meals program, which offers free meals, with a suggested donation, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday at the … more

When should you be screened for cancer?

Cancer screenings can often save lives by finding cancer early, providing a vital heads-up before you might notice a lump or other worrisome symptoms. But it’s not always easy to know which … more

Other sports news...

Volleyball The Blaine varsity volleyball team continued its stellar season with a 3–0 win against Sedro-Woolley this week, just after its first loss to Lynden last … more
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