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Healthy Youth Coalition receives Blaine Builder Award

Members of the Blaine-Birch Bay Healthy Youth Coalition were honored with a Blaine Builder Award on July 23 at Blaine City Hall. The coalition formed late last year to address … more

Factors to consider when choosing carpeting

When the time comes to choose flooring, homeowners may be overwhelmed by the vast array of options at their disposal. The choice between carpet and hardwood flooring – whether it … more

Home on Harvey Road in Blaine turns 100

A home located on Harvey Road in Blaine turned 100 this year. Owned by Ann Wolten and the late Jerry Wolten, the home is approximately 1,500 square feet and contains four bedrooms on … more

Fertilizing hanging baskets

One of the most important aspects of growing a hanging basket is proper fertilization. Hanging baskets need to be fed regularly and it’s best to fertilize lightly more frequently … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: July 8

July 8, 8:00 a.m.: Senile subject cold call on Semiahmoo Drive. July 8, 10:13 a.m.: Welfare check on Valley View Road. July 8, 11:21 a.m.: Domestic violence order on … more

Blaine Police Department reports: July 14-18

July 14, 4:05 a.m.: Unauthorized use of vehicle on Bayview Avenue. July 14, 9:24 a.m.: Domestic violence on B Street. July 14, 1:58 p.m.: Aggressive animal on H … more

Annual competition draws a creative crowd to Birch Bay

[slideshow_deploy id='25725'] The Birch Bay Sand Sculpture Competition took place on July 14 and 15 at 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Photos by Mathew Roland. more

Birch Bay residents worry new apartments will block views

By Oliver Lazenby There’s more to Birch Bay than the views, but for some, the chance to see the water from a deck or dining room table is reason enough to buy a … more

City hopes new design standards will usher in development

Blaine’s Central Business District. City of Blaine map By Stefanie Donahue Developers who plan to build within Blaine’s Central Business District (CBD) have to play by a new set of rules. The … more

An inside look at BelleWood Distilling

John and Dorie Belisle, owners of BelleWood Distilling. Photos by Pat Grubb. By Pat Grubb Every school kid learned about the story of Johnny Appleseed and how he wandered around Ohio, Pennsylvania … more

Photos from the Jazz-by-the-Sea Craft Fair

As part of the Drayton Harbor Music Festival, which took place July 8 to 14, the Pacific Arts Association hosted the Jazz-by-the-Sea Craft Fair on July 14. The event took place at … more

Candidates to field questions at weekend election forum

Primary election ballots were mailed to registered voters on July 18 By Stefanie Donahue Voters have just a few days to make up their minds before voting in the … more

Blaine Welcome Center opens to the public

July 14 marked the opening day of the Blaine Welcome Center at 546 Peace Portal Drive. Inside, the center offers a wide variety of information about Blaine and surrounding areas as … more

Len Saunders interviewed by CBS

Len Saunders being interviewed by CBS correspondent John Blackstone for the CBS Morning Show. Photo by Pat Grubb By Pat Grubb The impending nation-wide legalization of marijuana in Canada and the … more

Letters to the Editor: July 19 to 25

The Editor:  The Puppy Rescue Mission Fundraiser was held on June 23 at Peace Arch State Park; sincere thanks to everyone who attended and participated. Thank you volunteers! We … more

Prestigious George Raft Race nears

By Mathew Roland Blaine’s annual maritime festival, Drayton Harbor Days, is just around the corner. Saturday and Sunday, August 4 and 5, feature a 5K run, pancake … more

Japanese art workshops offered in Blaine

By Heather Midori Yamada By Mathew Roland Washi Arts will host two workshops in July at the Blaine Harbor Center, 235 Marine Drive. Madeleine Durham will lead the first workshop called, “Modern … more

Local athletes take second in national Special Olympics

The North Whatcom Slammers unified basketball team represented Washington State at the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle this month, earning a silver medal. Courtesy photo By Oliver Lazenby A … more

Burn restrictions in effect for parts of Whatcom County

The temperature is rising and so is the risk for a wildfire. The Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office issued restrictions on open burning for unincorporated Whatcom County, … more

Does your dog like to swim? Here’s how to keep your pet safe this summer

Nowadays, more and more dogs accompany their pet parents on trips to the store, vacations and various recreational pursuits – including trips to the beach or the backyard … more
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