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Leslee Smith remembered for service to others

Leslee Smith, the first career female firefighter at North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) who was known for her unwavering service to others, in and out of bunker gear, died March 26 after battling … more

Former Blaine wrestlers bring success to WWU, WSU clubs

Former Blaine wrestlers Genesis Vasquez and Jacob Westfall are at different points in their collegiate wrestling careers, with Vasquez’s just beginning and Westfall’s at its twilight, but … more

Community organizations host egg-citing family Easter events

The Easter Bunny made several stops around Blaine, including to the Easter egg hunt at American Legion Post 86 on March 23, CTK Blaine’s egg hunt at Blaine Marine Park on March 30, Greg and … more

Whatcom County Council roundup ...

The latest from Whatcom County Council …  Council announces  plan to combat fentanyl In an effort to combat the highly addictive opioid fentanyl, Whatcom County Council, … more

Open house set for parking zoning proposal in downtown Blaine

The city of Blaine has scheduled an open house regarding proposed changes to downtown parking 4-5:30 p.m. Monday, April 8. The open house will be in Blaine City Council chambers, on the fourth floor … more

Fire temporarily closes Paso Del Norte

A small kitchen fire at Paso Del Norte has temporarily closed the downtown Blaine restaurant, which restaurant owner Miguel Ramos said will likely not reopen for at least another month. The fire … more

Man arrested for lewd act in downtown Blaine

 A 41-year-old man was charged with a misdemeanor after allegedly committing a lewd act in downtown Blaine around 7:23 p.m. March 28. The man remains in jail in lieu of $500 bail, as of April … more

Tsunami survivor to speak at emergency preparation meeting

The Blaine emergency response team will host a community event on surviving natural disasters, with a special presentation from Birch Bay resident Monica Ribeiro Connelly, who survived the 2004 … more

Obituary: Robert (Bob) James Eytzen

Robert (Bob) James Eytzen January 17, 1937 – March 23, 2024   Robert (Bob) James Eytzen, 87, was the first child born to Abraham and Hilda Eytzen in Mountain Lake, MN on … more

Obituary: Robert “Bob” E. Kley

Robert “Bob” E. Kley Robert “Bob” E. Kley, age 69, of Ferndale passed away March 15, 2024 in Bellingham. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, April 13, 2024, … more

Road Rules: Visibility and distractions in new cars

Question: You’ve written before about A-pillars being a visibility problem, but try being tall with the safety cam in newer cars completely obscuring your vision for its own purposes of viewing … more

Making a community impact through Blaine Senior Center

I am lucky that I have a job I love. I am surrounded by amazing people with whom I get to connect in such special ways every day. I sometimes wish I could show others how astounding my day is. I am … more

Letters to The Editor: April 4-10, 2024

The Editor: The Blaine High School Theatre Arts program is presenting another delightful musical. This spring’s offering by our talented and hard-working students will be “Mamma … more

Sheriff's Reports, April 4-10, 2024

March 23, 2:07 a.m.: Prowler on D Street. March 23, 11:55 a.m.: Domestic – physical on Peace Portal Drive. March 24, 6:22 a.m.: Subject stop on Boblett Street. March 24, 6:23 … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: August 4-10, 2024

March 23, 2:07 a.m.: Prowler on D Street. March 23, 11:55 a.m.: Domestic – physical on Peace Portal Drive. March 24, 6:22 a.m.: Subject stop on Boblett Street. March 24, 6:23 a.m.: Alarm … more

Court evaluating Blaine man’s competency to stand trial for first-degree murder

Whatcom County Superior Court is currently evaluating whether a 77-year-old Blaine man is competent to stand trial for first-degree murder after allegedly shooting his neighbor last October. … more

Blaine school district planning another round of teacher, staff cuts

The Blaine School Board swore in new members Ryan Swinburnson and Steve Galbraith to begin its March 25 meeting, in front of a packed crowd in the district boardroom. The two new members, who … more

Plover repairs on track to finish by summer

Major repairs on the historic Plover passenger ferry appear to be cruising in the right direction for the 80-year-old vessel to become seaworthy before Memorial Day weekend.  The U.S. Coast … more
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