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Estonian girls choir to perform at music festival

By Kitty King On Sunday, July 10, Blaine audiences will have a rare opportunity to see two remarkable performing groups in one evening. The event is the kick-off concert for this … more

Blaine Soccer Club camp, 2016

The Blaine Soccer Club held its 2016 soccer camp at Pipeline Field June 20-23. Dozens of kids and high school-aged volunteers turned out for the event, which assistant coach Joel Fletcher said had … more

Deadline for voter registration approaching

Monday, July 4, is the deadline for mail-in registrations or address changes to be eligible to vote in the August 2 primary election. July 4 also is the deadline for online registrations or address … more

Local mechanic honored

Pete Harksell, l., of Pete’s Auto Care, received an award for the 2016 NAPA Regional ASE Technician of the Year. Harksell beat out 229 regional auto care centers for the honor, and ranked in the … more

Road closures around Blaine for Fourth of July

The annual Old-Fashioned Fourth of July parade will have an impact on traffic throughout the city, so travelers should be aware of temporary road changes. The parade route will be … more

Raise a glass for DIY: Cool and crafty uses for wine bottles

By Sarah Sharp There are  many ways to repurpose wine bottles: as centerpieces, flower holders or festive decorations for your home or garden. It’s an inexpensive alternative to … more

Whatcom County sheriff's reports, May 23 - June 19

May 23, 7:20 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Yellow Fin Court. May 23, 9:02 a.m.: Bicycle theft cold call on Birch Bay Drive. May 23, 9:59 a.m.: Security … more

UPDATE: Get ready for a lively Fourth of July

By Sarah Sharp Every July 4, Blaine claims bragging rights for the largest show of patriotism in Whatcom County. The Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration will … more

Arts and music festival comes to Peace Arch Park

The International Arts and Music Festival is returning to the Peace Arch State Park June 24-26. This is the fourth year the festival has been held in Peace Arch Park. Artists and … more

Designer approved for Birch Bay beach park

By Oliver Lazenby Planning will start soon on Birch Bay’s long-awaited community park. Whatcom County Council voted unanimously to hire the Robert W. Droll … more

Peace Run visits Peace Arch Park

The Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run is returning to Peace Arch State Park on June 26. The Peace Run is a torch relay that is held simultaneously in various locations around the … more

WTA seeks input on new routes

The Whatcom Transit Authority (WTA) is looking for input from riders on how to better serve the community. WTA is working on its strategic plan, which will help determine the … more

Primary school addition allows Early Head Start program to return to Blaine

By Oliver Lazenby The 10,000-square-foot addition to the Blaine Primary School, which is now nearly complete, will allow space for an early learning program to … more

City pairs with Beckwith Consulting to foster growth

By Steve Guntli The name “Beckwith Consulting” has been floating around at a lot of public meetings in recent months, but many are still unclear as to what Beckwith’s role is … more

Choose Whatcom launches economic development website

Choose Whatcom, a collaboration of business service, economic development and workforce organizations, unveiled a new regional economic development tool to an audience of over 150 business and … more

Blaine and Birch Bay implement voluntary watering schedule

Beginning June 1, the city of Blaine and Birch Bay Water and Sewer District implemented a voluntary watering schedule through September 1. Residents with odd-numbered street … more

The Indoor Report: The best bad movies

By Steve Guntli I love a good bad movie. I’m not talking standard issue bloated summer blockbusters, which are usually more dull than truly bad. I’m talking horrendous, … more

Staying fit at the Blaine Senior Center

Photos by Steve Guntli Instructor Brenda Gelwicks lays out some upcoming events. Local women participate in a line dancing class in the Blaine Pavilion, next to the Blaine Senior Center. Line dancing … more

Dementia: A women’s issue

By Amy Charlot When people think of women’s health issues, dementia is rarely at the top of the list. This is about to change. As the Baby Boomer population ages, Alzheimer’s … more
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