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Bobby Briscoe, Joan Lotze pull ahead in primaries

Bobby Briscoe will face off against Ferndale mayor Gary Jensen in the race for Port of Bellingham commissioner. As of 8 p.m. on August 4, Briscoe, a Blaine resident and fisherman for … more

Whatcom County legislators call for Planned Parenthood probe

By Steve Guntli Two Whatcom County legislators are among Washington Republicans calling for the state to investigate Planned Parenthood. Representatives Vincent Buys … more

Bellingham proposes one last compromise on jail

By Steve Guntli Bellingham mayor Kelli Linville is making one last proposal to Whatcom County Council to ensure her city won’t be cut out of the county jail … more

Haynie Opry’s season finale this weekend

By Katelyn Doggett Blaine’s country music haven, the Haynie Opry, is closing the doors on its 10th anniversary season on Thursday, August 8, but not without one last weekend full … more

Splash Days

  Blaine Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2, City of Blaine and Blaine Chamber of Commerce sponsored a splash park on Martin and 3rd Street on July … more

Birch Bay’s Rollback Weekend

Dozens of classic cars flocked to Birch Bay over the weekend for the first-ever Rollback Weekend on August 1-2. Photos by Steve … more

Prestigious George Raft Race, August 1 in Drayton Harbor

Richard Sturgill shouts orders to his team, the Salishan Black Bear. The team finished second overall. Photo by Steve … more

Blaine’s Drayton Harbor Days, August 1-2

Photo by Heidi Holmes Photo by Heidi Holmes Photo by Heidi Holmes Photo by Heidi Holmes Photo by Heidi … more

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

By Steve Guntli Keep a box of tissues handy before digging into this month’s titles. The room might get a little dusty. Books: Never Let Me Go … more

Northwest Washington Fair returns

By Katelyn Doggett The Northwest Washington Fair returns to Lynden August 17–22 with food and fun for the entire family. Take a stroll around the fairgrounds to … more

Young at Heart: August

Drayton Harbor Days were a blast! Thank you to all the participants that came to the Blaine Senior Center to start the day with pancakes or other delicious breakfast goodies. All profits from our … more

NWFR stop brush fire on Sweet Avenue

  A small brush fire at 3370 Sweet Avenue spread over 2 acres on August 4, destroying a shed and an old car before North Whatcom Fire and Rescue workers were able to stop it. … more

End of a long journey

    Members of the Lummi youth canoe family land their canoes in Marine Park on July 24. The journey united members of the Lummi, … more

Blaine and Birch Bay host festivals this weekend

By Steve Guntli This weekend is a great time to be in Blaine and Birch Bay. On August 1 and 2, both areas will host activity-packed festivals for residents and … more

Experience culture at Peace Arch State Park

By Katelyn Doggett The Peace Arch International Concert Series returns for its 10th year, providing the chance to experience a series of free, live music and dance … more

Man facing charges for 2011 Blaine shooting

Steve “Silencer” Ibarra, 21, is facing attempted murder charges for a drive-by shooting in Blaine nearly four years ago. This week, Ibarra finished a three-year sentence in state … more

Primary ballots due Tuesday

County auditor Debbie Adelstein reminds voters that primary election ballots must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, August 4. The post office encourages mailing your ballot by Monday, August 3 for … more

Blaine school board candidates talk priorities, inspiration

Three local citizens are vying for a seat on the Blaine School District’s board of directors. We asked each candidate to answer three brief questions to better elucidate their positions and … more

Fierce rivalry keeps George Raft Race competitors afloat

Above: Bob Knapp with wife Wendy Davis. Photo by Debbie Harger   Above: Richard Sturgill, l., with teammate John … more

Tourism expert says Blaine has untapped potential

By Steve Guntli In a recent presentation, a noted tourism expert gave high marks to most Whatcom County cities, but found Blaine lacking. Roger Brooks, CEO of Roger … more
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