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Lawmakers clash over gun legislation amid discussion on mass shootings

By Taylor McAvoy, WNPA Olympia News Bureau To address multiple incidences of gun violence in the nation, state lawmakers introduced a multitude of gun regulation bills early this … more

A look back the 2018 legislative session

By Vincent Buys and Luanne Van Werven The legislature adjourned on March 8 and it is great to be back in beautiful Whatcom County. Since being home, we have had opportunities to meet … more

Border crossings on the rise

Combined, more than 800,000 passengers and pedestrians crossed the Peace Arch and Pacific Highway border crossings in May, approximately 100,000 more than the year before. Every … more

Have a question for Blaine police?

Department to host open house on November 7 By Stefanie Donahue The public can get an inside look at the Blaine Police Department next week. An … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's Office reports:January 23-26

January 23, 12:47 a.m.: Suspicious person on Sea Links Drive and Birch Bay-Lynden Road. January 23, 11:59 a.m.: Animal problem on Stadsvold Road. January 23, 12:24 … more

Blaine publication to host benefit

Mount Baker Experience magazine will be partnering with 122 West Brewing Company in Bellingham at 2416 Meridian Street to host a benefit event. All proceeds from the event on Wednesday, October 9 … more

Blaine senior Taylee McCormick finishes strong at state cross country meet

Blaine senior Taylee McCormick capped her career with the Blaine cross country team with a strong finish at the 2A state cross country meet on November 9 at Sun Willows Golf Course in Pasco. … more

Blaine man allegedly trapped, raped 13-year-old girl

A 43-year-old man allegedly trapped a 13-year-old girl in a bathroom in Blaine and sexually molested and raped her on multiple occasions in November. Jeremy Michael McDaniel was arrested and … more

Enterprise security risk management takes Blaine man across the world

From the corner of the Starbucks on Peace Portal Drive, Joe Zaccaria can evacuate executives of multinational corporations from high-risk security situations with a few clicks on his laptop and calls … more

CBP using new vehicle X-ray machine at Peace Arch border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has been using a vehicle X-ray machine at the Peace Arch border crossing since October. Motorists, including U.S. citizens and NEXUS passholders, have … more

Local restaurants can now sell cocktails to-go

In a new stay home order allowance, restaurants with a license to serve spirits, beer and wine can now sell pre-mixed cocktails to-go, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board announced on May … more

Letters to the Editor, February 4-10, 2021

The Editor: During the opening of the Washington State Legislature session in early January, I watched the speech on TVW by Doug Ericksen, our 42nd District state senator. Ericksen ridiculed the … more

County council extends cannabis moratorium for code review

Whatcom County Council extended its moratorium on accepting permit applications for cannabis growing operations in a 5-2 vote so it would have time to review the zoning amendments that the planning … more

Year in Review: Blaine Library

The Blaine Library had an eventful 2021. From March to July we progressed from limited visits to a full reopening. It’s been great seeing new and returning community members enjoying the … more

Coffee volunteer program returns to state rest areas

Blaine residents can once again volunteer to provide free coffee to truckers and other travelers passing through the Custer rest areas.  Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) … more

Obituary: Patrick Gibson White

Patrick Gibson White January 30, 1953 – November 28, 2022  Beloved long-time Point Roberts local, husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, Patrick (Pat) Gibson White, 69, passed … more

Whatcom Farm Expo set for March 4

The seventh annual Whatcom Farm Expo will take place on Saturday, March 4 at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden. The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the WECU Expo Building. … more

Road Rules: Yes, you need to use your turn signal

Question: I have a question that doesn’t seem to be either legal or illegal, but more of a right thing to do. When you face a situation in two-lane traffic where you must enter the lane of … more

Scientists monitor juvenile European green crab populations in Drayton Harbor

Scientists are keeping a close eye on Drayton Harbor waters after discovering a sizable population of juvenile European green crabs, indicating growth of the highly invasive species.  In … more
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