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A morning of fear and confusion: 25 years later readers remember 9/11

Just about one-third of Blaine and Birch Bay residents were born after Sept. 11, 2001. They have no memory of the morning that, for most American adults, remains in sharp relief. For the … more

Birch Bay incorporation group to weigh key decisions Sept. 17

The group exploring whether Birch Bay should become its own city could take one of its most significant steps yet next week, when members consider proposed city boundaries, a form of government and … more

3 in Whatcom sickened in multistate salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts

Public health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts of Idaho that have, so far, sickened 16 people in three states, including three … more

Road Rules: That bicyclist you see running a stop sign probably isn’t breaking the law

Question: Is it just me, or are more cyclists running stop signs? Can you remind the bike riders to follow the law? Answer: I don’t have data to support it, but it wouldn’t surprise me if … more

Bail set at $1M for 2 men charged in Birch Bay shooting

Bail was set at $1 million each for two men who have been charged in connection with a Sunday night shooting between two motorcycle gangs in a busy part of Birch Bay that left one person injured. … more

One hurt Sunday in shooting between motorcycle gangs in Birch Bay

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate a shooting between two motorcycle gangs in which one person was hurt on Sunday night in Birch Bay. The shooting occurred about … more

3 in Whatcom sickened in multi-state salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts

Public health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts of Idaho that have, so far, sickened 16 people in three states, including three … more

Blaine man arrested after collision involving bicyclist

A 56-year-old Blaine man was arrested on suspicion of vehicular assault and driving under the influence following a collision with a bicyclist Thursday morning that closed part of Birch Bay-Lynden … more

Obituary: Steven Lloyd Baker

Steven Lloyd Baker Steven Lloyd Baker was born August 30, 1948 to Martin and Barbara Baker in Bellingham, WA. He attended Blaine schools, graduating in the class of 1966. He worked at Georgia … more

Legals: Sept. 3-9, 2026

First published September 3, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF Whatcom In Re the Estate of Gordon Smith, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00823-37. NONPROBATE … more

Blaine book review: ‘The Secret History of Bigfoot’

North America is rife with tales of regional cryptids: the Jersey Devil, the Fresno Nightcrawler, Ogopogo of Okanagan Lake and the Western jackalope, to name a few.  But of all these … more

Local nonprofit hosts record number of veterans for annual fishing weekend

Local nonprofit Warrior Service will offer veterans a weekend full of crabbing, salmon fishing and fellowship in Blaine, Birch Bay, Sandy Point and Bellingham from Sept. 11 through 13.  … more

News in brief

The $28 million cleanup of the former Westman Marine site in Blaine Harbor has stalled, Cascadia Daily News reported. The Port of Bellingham had expected to start the project this summer to remove … more

NWIC creates permanent learning center at historic Legoe Bay

Northwest Indian College’s recent acquisition of a Legoe Bay property on Lummi Island will give students and faculty a permanent place for classes, research and community gatherings at the site … more

Volunteers give much-loved Boys & Girls Club in Blaine a makeover

Nearly 100 children returned to a refreshed Boys & Girls Club in Blaine on Monday afternoon after the summer break allowed volunteers to give the inside some much-needed TLC. “This is our … more

With a duck duck here

Birch Bay Derby Day drew hundreds on Saturday for the pinewood, crab and rubber duck derbies, as well as the last Poker Run of the summer. Photos courtesy of Mary Jane Thompson/Birch Bay Chamber of … more

‘This place felt like magic’: Carrefour Marché fosters community and creativity

Carrefour Marché, a newly opened art market, apothecary and creative space at the crossroads of Kickerville and Bay roads, is Lily Emmerick’s dream come to life.  She initially bought … more
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