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Two injured in Birch Bay house fire, locals lend a hand

By Stefanie Donahue In the early morning on May 5, a fire ravaged a cabin located at the Idlesse Condominiums on 8112 Birch Bay Drive, leaving the two residents injured and multiple … more

21 Blaine track athletes compete in postseason this week

Blaine’s Ayanna Holguin, r., in the 100-meter dash at Blaine’s last home track and field meet on May 3. Photo by Oliver Lazenby. By Oliver Lazenby For Blaine track and field athletes, the … more

Young at Heart: May 2017

Tea “In the Garden” took place on May 7 at the Blaine Senior Center. The event featured tea sandwiches, scones, sweets and English tea. Photos courtesy of the Blaine Senior Center. By Lorrie … more

Task force to weigh in on city budget

By Stefanie Donahue About a dozen community stakeholders have formed a short-term revenue task force to take an in-depth look at the city budget and offer recommendations to Blaine … more

Blaine fishing community honors lives lost

The annual Blessing of the Fleet and Seafarers Memorial was held May 7 at the Blaine Boating Center. Pictured is a wreath being sent to sea by Jessica Stone in honor of the … more

SeaSkills Marine Expo launches May 13

Andrea Reiter, education coordinator at the Community Boating Center, will demonstrate how to standup paddle board, pack a kayak and do a sea kayak rescue. Photos courtesy of BSPS. The Bellingham … more

Semiahmoo Yacht Club celebrates opening day

Commodore Brian Carpenter salutes a SYC member. SYC board members blessing the fleet. Photos by Leslie Carpenter more

Blaine’s annual SpringFest returns May 20–21

Painting by Marjie Miller. Dozens of artists from throughout the northwest will assemble for Blaine’s annual SpringFest this month to display fine art and artisan wares. Photograph by Chuck Kinzer. … more

This Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate grandmothers, too

By Trudi Norquist, board member at the Blaine Senior Center As a grandmother, I have three rules: 1. Buy them presents; 2. Feed them sweets; and 3. Send them home. I value these … more

Three ways seniors can get more from their smartphones

With the rapid pace of new developments in smartphone technology, it can be hard to keep up with all the changes, especially if you grew up in an era when phones were attached to a … more

Port solicits input on Sawtooth repair

By Stefanie Donahue Last week, nearly a dozen people involved in the local fishing industry offered their input on a multi-phase project to repair Sawtooth Dock, located in Blaine … more

Blaine harbormaster offers safety tips to local boaters

By Andy Peterson Before you head for the launch ramp or untie from the dock, it’s a good idea to check your boat’s safety equipment, especially your life jackets. Life jackets … more

In brief: Blaine City Council

Blaine City Council approves incentive policy for sale of former airport property In an effort to attract new business and manufacturing companies to Blaine, city council voted 6-0 … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: April 28-May 4

April 28, 1:02 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. April 28, 6:20 a.m.: Suspicious person on Harborview Road. April 28, 9:20 a.m.: Suspicious … more

Semiahmoo Resort acquired by Columbia Hospitality

By Stefanie Donahue Adding to its growing portfolio, Seattle-based hospitality management firm Columbia Hospitality announced a sweeping acquisition consisting of multiple management … more

Custer resident wins Ms. Wheelchair Washington 2017

By Amy Pollard In a sparkling crown, emerald green sash and black-and-white sheath dress, Kyann Flint sits back in her power wheelchair and smiles for the camera – the photo marks … more

Blaine boating event on deck to educate and entertain

By Stefanie Donahue Developing the skills to master the art of boating may seem like a daunting task to some, but the folks at Bellingham Sail and Power Squadron (BSPS) are ready to … more

Grow For It! after school program offers lessons on gardening

Students stopped by the high school greenhouse for a lesson from George Kaas. Photo courtesy of Grow For It! By Stefanie Donahue Last month marked the start of the eight-week Grow For It! … more

Borderites baseball buys a break before the playoffs

By Oliver Lazenby After playing nine games in 13 days, including some stressful wins and close losses, Blaine varsity baseball earned a break before playoffs by winning its final … more

Boating community to host Blessing of the Fleet and Seafarers Memorial

By Gary Dunster As local fishermen prepare for the upcoming season, Blaine’s annual Blessing of the Fleet and Seafarers Memorial acts as a reminder that safety is of the upmost … more
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