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Recent commercial property sales include CJ’s Beach House and Loomis Hall building

Several notable commercial properties in Blaine and Birch Bay had a change of hands in December including the CJ’s Beach House property and the historic Loomis Hall building. This information … more

Nexus | 'neksəs | Noun: Trusted traveler program | Syn: SNAFU

Travelers who are just getting around to renewing their NEXUS membership or applying for the first time should be prepared for long waits at the border while their application slowly wends its way … more

Richard Nelson remembered for Birch Bay development

Former Birch Bay developer Richard Nelson, 88, died on March 8. Nelson was known for developing Birch Bay Leisure Park in the 1970s and having a hand in bringing the sewer system to the community, … more

February 8 special election ballots mailed

February 8 special election ballots have been mailed out to Birch Bay voters preparing to vote in favor or against Proposition 2, which, if passed, would fund the construction of the Birch Bay Vogt … more

Survey open on Birch Bay incorporation

Community organizers who have posted a survey to gauge Birch Bay residents’ interest in incorporation are looking for feedback through Monday, May 8.  Birch Bay native Matt Berry … more

Rebecca Xczar to run for Whatcom County Assessor

By Jami Makan Rebecca Xczar, a certified residential real estate appraiser and Ferndale City Council member, has announced that she is running to become Whatcom County … more

Plover ferry runs out of restoration funds

Drayton Harbor Maritime (DHM), the nonprofit in charge of restoring the historic Plover passenger ferry, has taken a hiatus from repair work after depleting the funding it received from Blaine City … more

Peters AutoSales open for business on Peace Portal Drive

A used auto sales dealership has opened on Peace Portal Drive, replacing the longstanding Mad-Don Auto Sales. Ferndale resident Peter Chand purchased Peters AutoSales LLC in August 2020 and, after … more

Blaine school district 4-year budget forecast projects $14 million deficit

The Blaine school board adopted a budget for the 2022-23 school year during its July 25 regular meeting that included a budget forecast for the district’s expenditures exceeding its revenues to … more

Blaine boys baseball rallies against Lynden Christian to continue in district tournament next weekend

A line drive down the first base line from lead-off hitter Jaxon Kortlever set the momentum for the Borderites to extend their playoff run in their second game of the day, momentum they didn’t have … more

Letters to The Editor: September 22-28, 2022

The Editor: Rank choice voting is a farce that benefits the incumbent and Democrats. Alaska is a perfect example of how the system is rigged. The Republican vote was split so now a Democrat is … more

Feasibility study underway for Blaine library and affordable housing

Several agencies and organizations are in the early stages of considering whether a mixed-use building with a library and about 60 affordable and market-rate apartments could be constructed at the … more

Former Blaine resident sentenced for catalytic converter theft ring

A former Blaine resident was sentenced in Whatcom County Superior Court after pleading guilty to two counts of second-degree attempted trafficking stolen property and two counts of engaging in a scrap metal business without a license that likely caused over $100,000 in estimated losses to … more

Prepare your car for winter driving

It’s foolhardy to head out in a poorly maintained vehicle in the dead of winter, of course, but even vehicle owners in temperate zones need a car-care check as the days grow shorter, note the pros … more

Blaine’s TSA club finds the fun in science and technology

By Steve Guntli While the sports teams have been getting more attention, one Blaine High School (BHS) club has quietly been making a name for itself on a national … more

Hot home improvement trends that make your home work for you

By Mary Kay Robinson Recent home improvement trends have embraced energy efficiency, low-maintenance exteriors and double-duty space. What these trends show is that … more

Young at Heart: August

Drayton Harbor Days were a blast! Thank you to all the participants that came to the Blaine Senior Center to start the day with pancakes or other delicious breakfast goodies. All profits from our … more

GPT lease application denied

SSA Marine, principal financiers of the Gateway Pacific Terminal (GPT) project in Cherry Point, hit another roadblock in their effort to build the coal terminal. On June 6, GPT’s … more

Final public hearing held to discuss Semiahmoo development proposal

By Stefanie Donahue The Blaine Planning Commission held a final public hearing on a proposed development slated for the corner of Semiahmoo Parkway and Drayton Harbor … more
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