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The great school lunch debate

By Jess Scott Wright, RDN Though breakfast has long maintained its reputation as “the most important meal of the day,” lunch proves to be the most controversial … more

A local trainer’s five tips for a healthy back

By Katelyn Doggett Driving, sitting at the computer for long periods of time and lifting things the wrong way are all daily activities that can contribute to the lower back pain that … more

Back to school sun-safety tips

While sun protection is often associated with hot summer days, harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays are present year-round and can be just as dangerous on the schoolyard as they are at the beach. Because UV … more

New faces at Blaine school district

A new crop of teachers and administrators have joined the Blaine school district. Back row: Brandon Adams (high school math), Sean Riley (fourth grade), Coby … more

The Indoor Report: What to read, watch and listen to this month

Book:  “The Boy Who Couldn’t Sleep and Never Had To” (2010) By DC Pierson Actor and comedian DC Pierson’s debut novel is a surprising, subtly sophisticated … more

Mowing a path to success

By Katelyn Doggett Mike Andes remembers spending weekends pushing a lawn mower down the streets of Blaine and Birch Bay as a way to pay for college. Now graduated debt-free, Andes … more

Back to school

It was a rainy first day of school on September 2, as kids ran from the bus to their classes in an attempt to stay dry. Photo by Steve Guntli more

High winds ravage western Washington

By Steve Guntli Photo by Molly Ernst An unexpected windstorm buffeted the Washington coast this weekend, causing hundreds of thousands of dollars … more

Lummi reject negotiations, demand quick response on coal terminal

Supporters and opponents of the GPT project gathered at a public meeting at the Ferndale Event Center in 2012. Photo by Brandy Kiger-Shreve. By Steve Guntli The Lummi Nation is tired of waiting for … more

A tour of Whatcom County Jail

Story and photos by Steve Guntli While finding funding for the new Whatcom County Jail facility has been a contentious point amongst county legislators, the one … more

Birch Bay State Park closes interpretative programs with concert

By Steve Guntli Birch Bay State Park is closing out a successful run of interpretive programs with a special concert at the BP Heron Center. On Sunday, September 6, … more

Run with the Chums returns for Whatcom Water Weeks

By Steve Guntli Lace up your running shoes: the third annual Run with the Chums is returning to Birch Bay. The 5k fun run/walk will be held at 10 … more

Stay safe during National Food Safety Education Month

Food poisoning, an illness caused by bacteria or other pathogens in food, causes an estimated 48 million illnesses (representing one out of six Americans), 128,000 hospitalizations … more

Healthy back to school breakfast ideas

By Katelyn Doggett School is back in session, which means parents are hurrying around in the morning trying to get the kids to school on time. With all the rush, be … more

Discover Birch Bay Days parade

Photos by Molly Ernst more

Community Assistance Program launches winter coat drive for 2015

By Katelyn Doggett The Community Assistance Program (CAP) and Interfaith Coalition returns with its annual winter coat drive, with more donation locations than previous … more

Burn ban lifted on recreational fires

The Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s office has lifted the ban on recreational fires in unincorporated county. The increased rainfall in the county has been enough for the marshal to … more

It's crabbing season

Photo by Steve Guntli Peter Granata shows off his catch at the Blaine Pier on August 21.  He caught the crab using a hotdog stuffed into a Diet Coke can as bait. Granata is in a … more

Waterslides to add indoor pool

By Steve Guntli The Birch Bay Waterslides is planning to add an indoor pool to its facilities within the next few years. At a meeting of the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce on … more

Muds to Suds good, if not clean, family fun

Photo courtesy of Whatcom Events By Katelyn Doggett If you’re looking for an excuse to run around and get muddy, now is your chance. The Muds to Suds race returns for its fourth year in … more
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