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Sheriff's Reports, December 15-21, 2022

Dec. 1, 7:57 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Boone Road. Dec. 1, 7:59 a.m.: Vehicle theft on Blaine Road. Dec. 1, 8:04 a.m.: Vehicle theft on Boone Road. Dec. 1, 8:52 a.m.: Impound private on … more

Michael Harmon expected to become next city manager

Blaine City Council is expected to approve the employment contract of Michael Harmon as the next city manager. Harmon is the chief operating officer an electric utility provider in Wyoming and former … more

Blaine’s Holiday Harbor Lights rings in wintertime celebrations

A Christmas tree lighting, horse-drawn carriage, music from Blaine middle and high school students, hot cocoa, and Santa Claus meet-and-greet were all part of the evening festivities during … more

Border economy is a mixed bag

Mail Boxes International owner Brant Baron stands in his H Street company’s storage room lined with boxes. Holiday sales have returned to normal this year, which is about 50 percent more than … more

Tanksley announces bid for Whatcom County sheriff

Blaine police chief Donnell Tanksley is running for Whatcom County sheriff. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) position is up for election next November. Sheriff Bill Elfo is … more

Sports roundup: Boys wrestling wins ahead of Battle at the Border

Blaine boys wrestling won its first tournament of the season December 3 in Everett.  Four Blaine wrestlers took first in their weight class after seven made it to the finals at the 13-school … more

Whatcom County Council November and December meeting roundup

The latest news from November and December Whatcom County Council meetings  Whatcom County final 2023-24 budget Whatcom County Council adopted, in a 5-2 vote, with councilmembers … more

Blaine Community Theater to showcase holiday play

Cute, fun and delightful are three words that come to mind when director Kevin Six thinks of Blaine Community Theater’s holiday performance, “Hard-Boiled Eggnog: A Christmas … more

WCLS online database offers community resources

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is offering community resources on its website for everything from food to financial assistance. The WCLS website categorizes the resources by education, … more

Labor market continues to grow, tech layoffs yet to impact

Following the past month’s news of tech layoffs at Amazon, Meta and other companies with headquarters or hubs in Seattle, Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) regional labor … more

TSA club hosting fundraiser for American Cancer Society

Blaine High School Technology Student Association club is putting on a winter festival 7-9 p.m. Monday, December 12 in the Blaine Middle School cafeteria that will raise funds for cancer research and … more

Blaine Arts Council to host children’s author

Blaine Arts Council (BAC) will host a local author at its 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 8 meeting at Blaine Library, 610 3rd Street.  Barb Davis-Pyles will discuss her journey from … more

Blaine Food Bank decorates for Christmas

Blaine Food Bank added festive holiday cheer to its location at 500 C Street this week. The food bank is hosting its annual matching funds campaign to purchase milk and eggs. An anonymous donor has … more

Letters to The Editor: December 8-14, 2022

The Editor: There is something that I think the city of Blaine could help with. I have noticed three or four times that when there is a backup at the U.S./Canada border people are getting out … more

Sheriff's Reports, December 8-14, 2022

Nov. 27, 8:19 a.m.: Traffic hazard on Boblett Road. Nov. 27, 9:21 a.m.: Vehicle recovery on Custer School Road, Custer. Nov. 27, 10:32 a.m.: Mental health on Surf Place. Nov. 28, 9:56 a.m.: … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: December 8-14, 2022

Nov. 18, 9:33 a.m.: Overdose on Peace Portal Drive. Nov. 18, 9:44 p.m.: Felony assault on 2nd Street. Nov. 19, 9:56 p.m.: Trespass authorization letter on Peace Portal Drive. Nov. 21, 6:26 … more

Obituary: Norma Thomasson

Norma Thomasson February 14, 1931 – December 3, 2022 On December 3, 2022, Norma Thomasson, beloved mother, passed away at the age of 91. Born in Blaine to Kristiana (Loa) and … more

Blaine gets closer to finding city manager

The city of Blaine could select a new city manager as early as Thursday, December 1. Mayor Mary Lou Steward said during the November 28 Blaine City Council meeting that the city had whittled down … more
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