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Blaine students return to class for another year

Parents and young learners including Averill Gamble, left, and Shauntel Burgess-Royce, right, started the day early on August 31 for the first day of school. All grades except kindergarten started … more

Getting off the couch gets easier with fall selection of Birch Bay activities

A group takes part in a POUND fitness course. Photo courtesy of Megan Muse Photography. By Sarah Sharp Exercise demands a series of commitments. Sometimes, it starts with the simple task of setting … more

Blaine school district welcomes new staff

Back row: Anton Bredy (K-2 music and motion), Nancy Williams (3-8 PE), Macki Tavis (preschool), Amy Weeda (first grade), Alexandra Johnson (ELL support), Kayla Derbyshire (seventh grade). Front row: … more

Electrical problems fixed for first school day at Blaine High School

Photo courtesy of the Blaine School District. By Oliver Lazenby Electricity was off a little longer than expected at Blaine High School after an electrical mishap on August 18 damaged some wiring and … more

Young volleyball team gained experience at summer tournament

By Oliver Lazenby The girls’ Borderite varsity volleyball team is young, but head coach Bryan Clausen is confident that it will be one of the best teams in his … more

Football team bringing depth and experience to season opener

Varsity football coach Jay Dodd running drills at an August 30 football practice. Photo by Oliver Lazenby. By Oliver Lazenby Blaine varsity football is preparing for its first game this Friday and … more

Semiahmoo development proposal draws public response

By Stefanie Donahue A band of residents from Semiahmoo convened at Blaine City Hall on August 25 to sound their concerns and acclaim for a development proposal submitted to the city … more

Winter coat drive begins in September

Coats of all colors and sizes are now being accepted for donation at locations throughout northern Whatcom County during the month of September. Members of the public are invited to … more

Save the date: Blaine Air Force station hosts a reunion

Expect to see a bevy of former Air Force members donning commemorative caps and wide grins at the first Blaine Air Force Station reunion on Saturday, September 17. All who were … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s report: August 21-26

August 21, 6:58 p.m.: Trespass cold call on Loft Lane. August 21, 6:58 p.m.: Trespass cold call on Loft Lane. August 21, 7:01 p.m.: Littering on Birch Bay Square … more

Blaine Public Library welcomes young builders to LEGO Club

Photo by Stefanie Donahue. The Blaine Public Library LEGO Club was in full swing August 22. Library staff member Cindy Lettel gave Brody Heit, 7, a first-hand look at a creation made at a past club … more

Blaine city staff host a “Roadeo”

Onlookers gaze at a display of heavy-duty construction equipment during the August 19 Roadeo. Photo by Stefanie Donahue. By Stefanie Donahue A crowd mixed with folks of all ages and interests – … more

Aspiring homeowners in Blaine delve into self-built construction

Photo by Sarah Sharp. By Sarah Sharp Passersby strolling through the Drayton Harbor subdivision have no idea how the neighborhood came to be. No sign proclaims, “Self-built homes,” or “For your … more

School district water supply passes lead test

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine school district staff didn’t find any problems with the water in school drinking fountains and other fixtures after testing for lead this summer, … more

Mitchell Avenue bridge reopens after weeks of construction

By Stefanie Donahue Summertime construction on Mitchell Avenue overpass is coming to a close. Last week, the city opened the bridge for the public ahead of schedule. … more

Blaine area port director discusses new role

By Stefanie Donahue U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced the hire of a new area port director in Blaine last March. After a few months of service, long-standing … more

Salishan neighborhood hosts picnic

Photo by Meg Olson. Neighbors got together for fun and food at the Salishan Neighborhood Association’s annual summer picnic on August 21 at Salishan Park. more

Blaine native stars in a Hollywood film

Photo courtesy of Michelle Cameron. The Pickford Film Center, located on 1318 Bay Street in Bellingham, is showing “Kensho at the Bedfellow,” which stars Brad Raider, Kaley Ronayne and features a … more

Blaine City Council passes budget amendment

By Stefanie Donahue By unanimous vote, Blaine city councilmembers on August 23 adopted midstream changes to the 2016 budget that will fund a number of projects. The … more
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