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Potential threats to pets in your yard

Pets love to roam free, and homeowners with outdoor space often let their pets get some exercise and play time in their backyards. While it’s important for pets like dogs and even some cats to get … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: August 19-23

August 19, 9:00 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Holiday Drive. August 19, 10:34 p.m.: Music on Birch Drive. August 19, 11:37 p.m.: Domestic verbal on Harborview … more

FEMA recognizes Blaine resident

  Blaine resident Teagan Grabish, l., in addition to two other students from Washington, Ritusha Samal, c., and Gabrielle Karber, r., was selected to be part … more

Tickets available for crab feed

Feast on Dungeness crab at the Bellingham SeaFeast this Friday and Saturday, September 21-22. While both days are packed with events, the crab feed is held at the dining pavilion at … more

Salmon fishing season ending

Anglers in marine area 7 can fish for salmon until the end of the day on Sunday, September 30, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Marine area 7 encompasses … more

Burn ban lifted in parts of the county

Cooler temperatures and rainy weather have brought an ease on restrictions for outdoor burning in some unincorporated areas of Whatcom County. Starting on September 14, the Whatcom … more

Hundreds attend 9/11 memorial

First responders from the United States and Canada marked the 17th anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks at a ceremony at Peace Arch Park. Several dignitaries were present, … more

New eco-friendly business opens in downtown Blaine

Visitors speak with staff, including general manager Christy Lonquist pictured right. Photos by Louise Mugar Rawganique offers natural fiber clothing, organic home products and a vegan cafe By … more

Run with the Chums returns to the BP Highlands

Run with the Chums. Courtesy photo By Stefanie Donahue Runners and walkers will assemble at the BP Highlands, 5042 Grandview Road in Blaine, on Saturday, September 15 for the annual Run with the … more

News from Blaine City Council

News from the Blaine City Council meeting on September 10 at City Hall. Blaine doctor announces plans to retire this December Dr. Marta Kazymyra confirmed to Blaine … more

Borderites to honor 1978 champions and beloved captain Curt Kramme

Curt Kramme, Blaine quarterback in 1978 and Lynden High School coach. Courtesy photo By Oliver Lazenby Longtime Lynden High School football coach and Blaine graduate Curt Kramme died after a battle … more

Young at Heart

Trudi Norquist and Ellie Bonebrake serve drinks at the 50th anniversary celebration. Photo by Mathew Roland By Vicki McCullough It is hard to believe that it’s September already. As children go … more

County to host listening session about health on September 20

By Oliver Lazenby The Whatcom County Health Department is working on a report analyzing health differences throughout the county and it wants to hear from residents of Blaine and … more

Southbound border crossings into Blaine

A total 927,505 passengers and pedestrians crossed the Peace Arch and Pacific Highway border crossings in July, fewer than the previous two years, according to the Border Policy Research … more

Letters to the Editor: September 13-19

The Editor:  With Labor Day behind us, I want to thank all the hard working volunteers and Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce members for the fantastic summer they provided for all the … more

Young soccer team starts the season strong

Blaine junior Maya Ball makes a pass in the first half against Anacortes on September 11 at Pipeline Fields. Photo by Janell Kortlever By Oliver Lazenby Blaine High School’s girls varsity soccer … more

Blaine beats Cedar Park 27–23 with a late touchdown

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine persevered through an exciting fourth quarter to beat Cedar Park Christian School 27–23 on September 7 at Bothell High School, giving the team a 2–0 … more

How to help socially isolated seniors

Age is often accompanied by wisdom, but men and women may also find that feelings of isolation, loneliness and depression settle in as they grow older. The Journal of Primary Prevention published … more

Live comfortably on less

Many people look toward retirement with mixed feelings –  there’s the anticipation of no longer having to stick to a set schedule, but there’s trepidation about living without a steady … more

Donations accepted for new charitable program serving Blaine, Birch Bay

By Stefanie Donahue Volunteers are getting an early start on collecting donations for the Community Toy Store, Blaine and Birch Bay’s newest charitable … more
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