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Phillips 66 donates to Northwest Soccer Park

Washington state and Phillips 66 are joining forces to build two new playing fields at the Northwest Soccer Park. On December 15, Phillips 66 Ferndale refinery manager Rich Harbison … more

Nooksack Casino closes suddenly

The Nooksack tribe has decided to shut down their casino near Deming, effective immediately. The casino was closed suddenly and permanently on December 10. A sign was posted on the … more

Hot tips to protect your pets from the cold weather

The cold weather can be just as hard on pets as it is on people. This winter, consider these tips to keep your four-legged family members safe and warm. Warm up on … more

Whatcom County sheriff’s reports, December 4 – December 7

December 4, 9:59 a.m.: Alarm audible on Seavue Road. December 4, 10:23 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Arnie Road. December 4, 2:30 p.m.: Assist citizen on Birch … more

The Indoor Report: The best of 2015

By Steve Guntli Movie: Spotlight Directed by Tom McCarthy “Spotlight,” may be the best movie about journalism since “All The … more

Blaine’s Holiday Harbor Lights Festival, December 5

Jedediah Johnson, r., smiles for a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Pizza Factory in Blaine December 5. Santa took time off from Christmas preparations to meet with local kids … more

Ring in the New Year in Birch Bay

By Steve Guntli Two favorite Birch Bay traditions are returning this month to close out the old year and ring in the new. The Ring of Fire and Hope and the Polar … more

Sheriff takes steps to reduce jail population

By Ian Ferguson Starting January 1, the Whatcom County Jail will take steps to reduce its population of inmates, with the option of transferring inmates who were booked by police in … more

DelBene introduces LGBT Day legislation

By Steve Guntli A Washington state congresswoman is spearheading a U.S. House of Representatives resolution to designate a day for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) … more

Recently appointed BBWSD manager intends to stay the course

By Ian Ferguson Birch Bay Water and Sewer District (BBWSD) has a familiar face for its new general manager. Formerly assistant general manager, Dan Eisses was tapped … more

Gifts available at Coast Salish Winter Festival

People looking for a unique gift for the holidays will want to visit the Coast Salish Winter Festival this Saturday, December 12 and next Saturday, December 19. Artists and artisans will be selling … more

Movie studio pays “Barefoot Bandit” debts

By Steve Guntli A major motion picture studio has stepped in to help a notorious Washington criminal known as the Barefoot Bandit. Colton Harris-Moore, 24, of Camano … more

Holiday events at Semiahmoo Resort

Holiday Yappy Hour A summer favorite gets a holiday twist! Go to Semiahmoo for Yappy Hour at the Packers Oyster Bar fire pit Thursday, December 10. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., you and … more

Young at Heart: December

By Lorrie Conyac Hear ye, hear ye! Now is the time for all of you who are 50 or over and young at heart to pay your dues for 2016 membership to the Blaine Senior Center! If you pay … more

Spread holiday spirit with Tree of Wishes

A few “wishes” remain on a tree at Cost Cutter in Blaine. Pick up a tag, shop for the gifts on the tag to help out a local family, and return them to the location you found the … more

Whatcom County sheriff's reports, November 30- December 3

November 30, 6:47 a.m.: Hit and run cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. November 30, 9:40 a.m.: Civil problem cold call on Lyn Court. November 30, 10:31 a.m.: Serve … more

Holiday spirit blooms in Blaine

City employees set up the Blaine Christmas tree in H Street Plaza on December 1. The tree will be lit during the Holiday Harbor Lights festival Saturday, December … more

Rescued kittens looking for new home

By Steve Guntli Two kittens that were abandoned near the Peace Arch border crossing on an icy night will soon be looking for a new home. The … more

Firefighters to hold Santa Run this weekend

By Steve Guntli North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) and Whatcom County Fire District 4 are holding their annual Santa Run this weekend to help provide happy … more

BNSF strikes deal to reduce fines on leaky oil tankers

By Steve Guntli Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad has negotiated a settlement with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) to reduce fines on … more
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