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Mulder dies after fighting illness

Blaine businessman Mike Mulder died June 16 after fighting an illness. Mulder was known through Blaine for dedicating his time and energy to see Blaine become a destination, while philanthropically … more

Road Rules: Welcome to Washington driving

Question: I’m new to Washington state and I’m curious about left turns at lights with no protected signal. When turning right onto a multi-lane road, I know that I must enter the lane … more

New snack shack in Peace Arch Park to host open house June 25

The International Peace Arch Association will host an open house for Whatcom County residents to visit its new snack shack in Peace Arch Park on Friday, June 25. The three-hour open house will run … more

Obituary: Nadine Kenngott MacArthur

Nadine Kenngott MacArthur May 23, 1929 – June 19, 2021   Nadine Kenngott MacArthur of Blaine was born in Buffalo, New York on May 23, 1929 to Edwin B. Kenngott and Katherine Rush. … more

Pesky culprits in the garden and what to do about them

Damn deer! Blasted squirrels! Nefarious voles! Sometimes gardening is a battle. Who’s your most infuriating nemesis? In my previous garden, the main mammalian culprit was the two-legged … more

Letters to the Editor: June 24-30, 2021

The Editor: The Blaine Senior Center Pancake Breakfast has been canceled for the Fourth of July.  Vicki McCullough Blaine Senior Center executive secretary Blaine   The … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: June 24-30, 2021

June 12, 3:15 p.m.: Dispute between neighbors on E Street. June 13, 5:34 p.m.: Parking problem on 15th Street. June 13, 5:35 p.m.: Behavioral health on 2nd Street. June 14, 4:56 p.m.: Verbal … more

Sheriff's Reports, June 24-30, 2021

June 15, 6:42 a.m.: Death investigation on Fir Way. June 15, 9:22 a.m.: Forgery on Clamdigger Drive. June 15, 12:19 p.m.: Impound private on Oertel Drive. June 15, 3:42 p.m.: Mental on Surf … more

Day 454 of U.S./Canada border closure

Canadian public safety minister Bill Blair announced in a tweet Friday morning that the prohibition against non-essential travel into Canada was being extended until July 21. He said that further … more

NTSB releases report on Custer train derailment

A report issued on June 10 by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) examines how the tank cars were operated during last December’s train derailment. The report does not determine … more

Meet more of your Blaine City Council candidates

Ten Blaine residents are running for four seats in a competitive Blaine City Council primary election. Over the past few weeks, The Northern Light has been profiling candidates. Here are the … more

Debby Farmer bids adieu to Blaine Library after nearly two decades

After nearly two decades as Blaine Library branch manager, Debby Farmer is trading books for retirement. Farmer got her start as a librarian in 1996 when she began as a library page at Lynden … more

Southwest Airlines sets BLI flights

Southwest Airlines announced the company would begin flights out of Bellingham International Airport (BLI) on November 7. In a June 10 media release, Southwest said it would service Oakland, … more

New taphouse coming to downtown Blaine

An innovative part taphouse, part escape room is coming to the cornerstone of downtown Blaine this fall. With Gateway 1890 Taphouse Seafood & Grill in the works, Rustic Fork owners Gary and … more

Semiahmoo golfers to play 90 holes in one day for Alzheimer’s Association

A Semiahmoo Golf and Country Club golf pro, staff and members have committed to playing 90 holes of golf Monday, June 21 for The Longest Day, a fundraising event to advance the care, support and … more

Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district boundaries: June 12

Local health officials are urging Whatcom County residents to get vaccinated to avoid severe illness. Between April 3 and May 29, 103 people were hospitalized in Whatcom County who weren’t … more

Winter sports wrap up as basketball looks to finish on high note

There are a couple more opportunities to see Borderites who had their high school athletic careers cut short compete in black and orange for the final time as winter sports finish up their adjusted … more

Splash into summer at Birch Bay Waterslides June 30

After a year-long hiatus, Birch Bay Waterslides will splash into summer with a grand opening set Wednesday, June 30. The Birch Bay business, at 4874 Birch Bay-Lynden Road, is returning for loyal … more
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