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Point Roberts Press welcomes new journalist

Point Roberts Press is pleased to announce that Nolan Baker has joined the company as reporter for The Northern Light and editor of Mount Baker Experience.  Born and raised in Seattle, … more

Man arrested for bail jumping while on trial for rape

A man on trial for sexually assaulting a woman in Birch Bay was arrested again after he ran out of the courtroom during proceedings in mid-December. The jury later found him guilty of second-degree … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: April 11-17, 2024

March 30, 8:54 a.m.: Suspicious person on 5th Street. March 30, 1:30 p.m.: Trespass on Peace Portal Drive. April 1, 12:52 a.m.: Fight on F Street. April 1, 1:43 a.m.: Death … more

Whatcom pot shops earn $1.5 million since July

By Steve Guntli Bud is a booming business in Whatcom County. The Washington State Liquor Control Board recently began releasing sales data online for the state’s … more

Birch Bay Marathon to run February 15

Runners are preparing for the 47th annual Birch Bay Marathon on Sunday, February 15. The 26.2-mile race is a popular local qualifier for the Boston Marathon. In the … more

55 people affected by E. coli outbreak after Lynden field trip

By Steve Guntli As of May 6, 55 people have fallen ill from E. coli sickness after a field trip in Lynden. Eight people have been hospitalized for their … more

Discovery Days returns for its 36th year

By Katelyn Doggett Birch Bay Discovery Days and Crab Fest returns for its 36th year on August 29–30. The event is being held at a new location on Birch Bay’s new … more

Unlocking the mysteries of flavor

By Jess Scott Wright, RDN Since 1980, March has been nationally recognized as National Nutrition Month. The theme for 2016 is “Savor the Flavor of Eating Right,” but with so many … more

Travelers warned against bringing firearms across the border

The Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a warning to make clear to U.S. travelers crossing the border that firearms must be declared upon arrival. Undeclared firearms … more

Wings Over Water NW Birding Festival honored with Mindful Birding Award

By Stefanie Donahue Staff with the Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival received national recognition from the Mindful Birding project last week for their success in upholding … more

Blaine public works director answers questions about new sales tax measure

In less than a month, Blaine voters will have to decide whether or not to increase the city sales tax in order to fund transportation projects for streets, sidewalks and trails. The … more

Droves attend Hands Across the Border at Peace Arch Park

The International Peace Arch Association hosted Hands Across the Border on June 11 at Peace Arch state and provincial parks. This year’s event marked the 96th anniversary of the … more

September 6: In other Borderite sports...

The varsity football team lost its first game at Nooksack Valley 45–6. Nooksack Valley’s quarterback, Casey Bauman, who has already committed to play at Montana State University next year, led … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: February 12-25

February 12, 12:44 a.m.: Alarm audible on Elmwood Drive. February 12, 12:47 p.m.: Traffic hazard on Birch Bay Drive. February 12, 1:27 p.m.: Private impound on Blaine … more

Time to rev your engines this weekend in Birch Bay

By Stefanie Donahue Birch Bay’s annual Rollback Weekend features live music, entertainment, a beer garden and a car competition and it takes place this weekend on Saturday and … more

When is it time to replace the old wiring in your old house?

Old homes can be charming and contain architectural elements not often seen in many modern houses. But what older homes may have in design appeal, they may lack in updated … more

Mobile dental program to visit schools

Unity Care NW’s Mobile Dental Program will visit Blaine schools this fall to provide exams, sealant, fluoride and other dental services. The program is free for those without insurance, and … more

Phase II begins for Drayton Reach lots

Drayton Reach has been a project years in the making. Sectioned off into 39 lots, the 10-acre parcel that lay untouched for years is now for sale. Real estate broker Grant Dalgliesh is handling the … more

City’s rehabilitation of water wells continues

The city of Blaine is continuing its rehabilitation of the city’s water wells, and has accepted a bid for work on two more wells ahead of the hot and dry summer months, when water will be in … more
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