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Cajun classics to celebrate Mardi Gras

  There are a lot of benefits to having Southern in-laws. One of the best perks is the wealth of yummy Cajun recipes that have been passed down through the generations. I’d feel ...

Service awards given

  Carol Bersch and Michael Chaplin were honored at a reception on Thursday to celebrate the giving of the 2014 Thomas L. George Community Service Awards. On hand to present it ...
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State of the Arts: ‘The Imitation Game’ tells fascinating true story

Oscar-nominated film feels rushed, but satisfying Anybody who read my review of the first “Hobbit” movie a few years ago certainly knows that I’m a little harsh on needlessly ...

Pete’s Auto Repair honored

  Pete and Nita Harksell, owners of Pete’s Auto Repair on Portal Way, celebrate being recognized as the Automotive Service Association (ASA) Northwest Member of the Year. The ...

Super Bowl gatherings need super snack food

 It’s almost Super Bowl Sunday! That means gatherings of good friends, cheering on teams, and eating lots of yummy football watchin’ food. Whether you’re a dedicated 12 cheering ...

Realtor pairs friendly service with bilingual skills

Fabian Saul moved from B.C. to Bellingham FERNDALE — Moving to Whatcom County wasn’t a business decision for Fabian Saul. It was strictly personal. But it may be hard to tell, because ...

Mike Chaplin sees retirement differently

Former educator puts deep talents to work for Ferndale Police Department FERNDALE — A Renaissance Man is an informal term used to describe someone with deep knowledge and expertise ...

A passion for sugar — and volunteering

No one niche: Carol Bersch has found a baker’s dozen ways to plug into Ferndale FERNDALE — Carol Bersch has only lived in Ferndale for the past few years. Glance at her résumé, ...

NFL pros highlight Locker Room grand opening

Locker: ‘I just want to give back’ FERNDALE — Ferndale High School alumni and current NFL players Jake Locker and Michael Koenen were on site signing autographs and meeting new ...

Signing up for youth

NFL quarterback and Ferndale High School alumnus Jake Locker signs his autograph for a young fan on Saturday during the grand opening of the Locker Room gym, which he owns along with ...