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Crowdfund raises money for local family

By Steve Guntli It’s the first rule of the Internet: don’t read the comments section. But Bob and Dorita Gray broke that rule, and it made them happier than they thought … more

Local doctor steps up for leukemia research

A Blaine family doctor is doing her part to fund the fight against blood cancers. Dr. Marta Kazymyra, from Bay Medical Clinic, will participate in the Big Climb on Sunday, March 20, … more

Spring Business Showcase returning to Silver Reef

The Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce and Industry will be holding the ninth annual Spring Business Showcase on Thursday, March 17 from 3 to 8 p.m. The showcase is free to attend and will take … more

Birch Bay pot store opens as sales increase statewide

By Oliver Lazenby Whatcom County marijuana entrepreneurs Ken and Susan Linse have opened a store across the street from Birch Bay Square at 3435 Birch Bay-Lynden Road in Custer on … more

Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2’s Winter Carnival

Teams scramble to score a goal during a game of broom hockey at the Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2’s (BBBPRD2) Winter Carnival on February 27. Photo by Heidi Holmes The lack of … more

Whatcom County begins negotiating agreement with Comcast

By Oliver Lazenby Whatcom County and Comcast are negotiating a new franchise agreement five years after the old agreement expired. The agreement determines how much Comcast has to … more

Local students compete in film contest

By Jenna Dennison Each year, regional aspiring filmmakers are invited to compete at the annual Guerilla Film Project in Bellingham. Blaine High School students Aaron Freeman and … more

Unlocking the mysteries of flavor

By Jess Scott Wright, RDN Since 1980, March has been nationally recognized as National Nutrition Month. The theme for 2016 is “Savor the Flavor of Eating Right,” but with so many … more

Clear-eyed kids: how to tell if your child needs vision correction

By Dr. Mark Aginsky If you have school-age children, chances are you’ve seen a report card with grades that could use some improvement. Most parents have been … more

Whatcom County sheriff’s reports, February 19 – February 28

February 19, 7:13 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Halibut Drive. February 19, 10:21 a.m.: Theft cold call on Leeside Drive. February 19, 11:41 a.m.: Domestic verbal on … more

Opening the Pavilion

Dozens of elected officials, private citizens and members of the Boys & Girls Club cut the ribbon on the new Blaine Pavilion. The $600,000 indoor recreation area has been in the works for years and … more

Pizza and Pizzazz talent show benefits Blaine choir

By Jenna Dennison The 7th annual Pizza and Pizzazz fundraiser will be returning in early March. This evening features performances from community members, an all-you-can-eat pizza … more

Haggen auction for Whatcom County stores delayed for the third time

By Oliver Lazenby The auction for Haggen’s last remaining and most profitable stores has once again been pushed back, this time until Friday, March 11, according to documents filed … more

Blaine a bird-watching paradise

By Joe Meche Experienced and novice birdwatchers alike dream of living in a place where large numbers of  interesting birds can be easily spotted throughout the … more

Dog Days Weekend

Two pooches dressed up in their finest for Semiahmoo Resort’s Dog Days weekend February 20. Photo by Carol Hogan Heather Campbell of Bow Wow and Woofs mans her station. Pet experts from throughout … more

Get a jump on summer with spring planting

By Rhiannon Allen As spring peeks around the corner, gardeners’ thoughts turn to summer. Soon we will decide what to plant, head to the seed racks to purchase new seeds and prepare … more

Home and Garden show returns to county fairgrounds

The Whatcom County Home and Garden Show will return to the Northwest Washington Fairground in Lynden March 4–6. The show, sponsored by the Building Industry Association of Whatcom … more

The Indoor Report: Predictions for the Oscars

By Steve Guntli I tend to get more excited about the Oscars than I should, because each year the awards ceremony is a disappointment. Without fail, the Academy tends to choose the … more

Whatcom County sheriff’s reports, February 12 - February 18

February 12, 1:52 p.m.: Threat on Birch Bay Drive. February 12, 3:56 p.m.: Vandalism cold call on California Trail. February 12, 7:06 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident … more

WWU students need participants for rail study

Students from Western Washington University are conducting a feasibility study for a passenger rail stop in Blaine. The students are asking people in Blaine and across the border to … more
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