After several years of pandemic-related restrictions, the 2023 Peoples Bank 4th of July Spectacular is shaping up to be a vibrant return of full-fledged community celebration, complete with live entertainment, a beer garden, and beautiful fireworks over Bellingham Bay.
Former Port of Bellingham commissioner, Blaine science teacher, fisherman and community leader Jim Jorgensen died June 8. He was 83. During his 60 years in Blaine, Jorgensen initiated the …