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The garden column on the role of soil texture in growing healthy plants generated some interest, which leads me to a good holiday gift suggestion for gardeners. In fact, it’s a gift that can be …
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By Rhiannon Allen |
10/30/20 02:57 PM
Last month, we lost a beloved pastor, patriarch and prophet with the passing of Ernie Loreen.
He was larger than life; a big man with a big presence, a big voice and a big, big love for people. …
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By Gina Gaudet |
10/30/20 02:50 PM
The USDA has recognized Whidbey Telecom for its commitment to extending high-speed internet and awarded the company over half a million dollars to get started on a fiber project to serve residents on …
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10/30/20 02:45 PM
Oct. 3, 11:46 a.m.: Assist citizen cold call on Ocean View Court.
Oct. 5, 11:16 a.m.: Noise cold call on Province Road.
Oct. 5, 11:40 a.m.: Welfare check cold call on Mill Road.
Oct. 6, …
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10/30/20 02:41 PM
As most of you know, the community center is closed. However, the seniors’ lunch program is still in full swing, thanks to our volunteers and Chef Roger.
These lunches are available to …
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By Madeleine Anderson |
10/30/20 02:32 PM
Bestsellers:
Twisted . . . . . . . . Steve Cavanagh
American Traitor . . . . . Brad Taylor
Old Country Music . …
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By Kris Lomedico |
10/30/20 02:27 PM
Halloween at Nielson’s Building Center: Kids, stop by Nielson’s Building Center on Halloween, Saturday, October 31 until 3 p.m. and get a glow-in-the-dark necklace and a treat. Info: …
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10/30/20 02:21 PM
Ernie T. Loreen
November 6, 1926 - October 4, 2020
Ernie Loreen was a leader by example, a steadfast advocate for social justice, a pillar of the community, and at his very core, an …
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10/30/20 02:17 PM
Anna Jane Mannering
September 17, 1951 – October 2, 2020
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Anna Mannering, who put up a strong unwavering two-year battle against …
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10/30/20 02:08 PM
Philip Bovenkamp was the first to arrive. At 4 a.m. he pulled his lawn chair 100 feet behind the yellow caution tape on his neighbor’s east Blaine property. He drank black coffee in the …
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By Grace McCarthy |
10/28/20 05:45 PM
A pilot project will allow international travelers to avoid a 14-day mandatory quarantine upon arrival in Canada if they agree, and test negative, to a rapid Covid-19 test upon arrival and a second …
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By Pat Grubb |
10/22/20 06:23 PM
Fire chief Christopher Carleton is asking for the community’s help in raising funds to help pay medical costs for his wife, Pamela. She was diagnosed with liver failure on September 22 and will …
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By Pat Grubb |
10/22/20 05:46 PM
If money talks, then there’s a whole lot of yakking going on in the 42nd district. As of October 19, the four candidates running for state representative district 42 seats have reported …
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By Pat Grubb |
10/21/20 06:29 PM
Whatcom County executive Satpal Sidhu released a proposed $451.6 million budget for 2021-2022 with a roughly 17 percent decrease in total expenditures from the county’s amended 2020 …
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By Oliver Lazenby |
10/21/20 05:59 PM
In a radio interview on Global News Radio yesterday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the Liberal government does not intend to open the border until the U.S. gets Covid-19 under …
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By Pat Grubb |
10/15/20 06:19 PM
Sally Higgins Roberts, born April 3, 1930, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home in Point Roberts, Washington on September 25, 2020, with her son, Lin, at her side. Sally is survived by her …
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10/15/20 06:05 PM
Ballots for the November 3 general election were mailed on October 14 and Whatcom County auditor Diana Bradrick advised voters to return their ballots quickly.
Typically, about half of Whatcom …
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By Oliver Lazenby |
10/14/20 07:32 PM
The first hockey player from Point Roberts was drafted into the NHL on October 7. Lukas Svejkovsky was chosen in the fourth round by the Pittsburgh Penguins as its third pick and is currently on his …
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By Pat Grubb |
10/8/20 05:03 PM
The Great Washington ShakeOut, an annual emergency preparedness drill, will be held at 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, October 15.
The ShakeOut seeks to prepare Washingtonians for earthquakes and other …
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By Oliver Lazenby |
10/8/20 04:31 PM
Threat of the Asian giant hornet establishing itself in Blaine before spreading across the state, and potentially the West Coast, looms as the hornets enter the ‘slaughter’ phase of their …
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By Grace McCarthy |
10/7/20 07:48 PM
