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Blaine Police Department reports: September 14-19, 2019

September 14, 4:31 a.m. : Blaine Police Department officers responded to the 1300 block of H Street for a possible DUI vehicle. Upon arrival, Officers determined the individual was not impaired and … more

Local man builds eco-friendly electric bikes

When Bruce Miller rode his neighbor’s electric bike for the first time, he wondered if he could build one for himself. “Me, being mechanical, when I got home the first thing I … more

Upcoming fashion show to benefit survivors of human trafficking

For the second year in a row, Betty Be Good boutique in Birch Bay will be hosting a fundraiser fashion show, Liberty in Style, to benefit Engedi Refuge. The Lynden charity provides restorative … more

City council candidate allegedly obstructed Blaine officers

A candidate for Blaine City Council is charged with obstructing Blaine police officers during a late-night traffic stop in 2017, after the officers impounded his vehicle, which was being driven 111 … more

Blaine reaches Gateway property deal with White-Leasure

The city of Blaine and the White-Leasure Development Company have reached an agreement for the purchase of about five acres of the Gateway property, formerly the site of the Blaine Municipal Airport. … more

Blaine resident seeks information about historic photos

Blaine resident Jim Zell recently photographed some historic pictures that were hanging inside the old Wolten and Montfort grocery store on Peace Portal Drive in downtown Blaine. Worried that they … more

Letters to the Editor: September 19-25, 2019

The Editor:  The Community Assistance Program (CAP) will be providing Thanksgiving dinner baskets again this year for those in our community with financial need. Last year, over 265 baskets … more

Sea Links Golf Course in Birch Bay to reopen next year

The management behind Homestead Farms Golf Club in Lynden is working on restoring Sea Links Golf Course in Birch Bay and hopes to have the course open by next June, with a driving range open earlier … more

B.C. team shuts out Blaine football 21–0

After two early mistakes, Blaine football couldn’t recover in a 21–0 loss on September 13 at home. The Borderites have a 1–1 record after the loss to Lord Tweedsmuir, a Surrey, … more

In other sports news...

Volleyball Blaine girls volleyball lost 3–0 in its season opener, an away match against Sehome on September 16. Next, the Borderites travel to Ferndale (1–0) for a 7 p.m. match … more

Birch Bay chamber praises county’s tenacity at berm groundbreaking ceremony

Construction is still a couple of months away, but the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Birch Bay berm project on September 6. Members of the Birch Bay … more

Ballot initiative could impact state funding for local transportation projects

A ballot initiative that aims to limit car tab fees to $30 per year could have a significant impact on local transportation funding across the state, as well as in Blaine. The effects on Blaine … more

Second phase of Peace Portal Community Trail now complete

The second phase of the Peace Portal Community Trail project is now complete, creating more options for pedestrians and cyclists passing through the city of Blaine. The first phase of the … more

Cross-border climate rally to be held at Peace Arch State Park

A cross-border rally will aim to draw attention to climate issues and the health of the planet. On Saturday, September 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Extinction Rebellion Bellingham and Extinction … more

School district starting free afterschool program with federal grant

The Blaine school district is starting a free afterschool program this fall for up to 150 primary and elementary school students thanks to a federal grant. The program, called Blaine Thrives, … more

Kathryn “Kit” O’Connor

February 25, 1947-September 5, 2019 Kathryn “Kit” O’Connor, age 72, of Blaine passed away from cancer Thursday, September 5 in Bellingham. She was born February 25, 1947 in … more

Jacqueline Marie Goodsir

July 4, 1961-September 6. 2019 Steward of the Land. Sailor of the Seas. Jackie Goodsir, born July 4, 1951 passed peacefully on September 6, 2019. Jackie, born in Passaic New Jersey to … more

Burn ban lifted in unincorporated county

The Whatcom County fire marshal’s office has lifted restrictions on open burning in unincorporated areas of Whatcom County. Restrictions were put in place on July 12 due to warm weather … more

Local propane business changes its name

Formerly known as 1st Propane of Whatcom County, owner Kal Economy rebranded his business this past month, changing its name to Economy Propane. His business provides propane for homes and … more
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