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Missing man found deceased in vehicle off H Street Road

By Stefanie Donahue Robert Cross, a 64-year-old resident of Lynden who was reported missing last month, was found dead in his vehicle on April 7 at the 2800 block of H Street Road in … more

Blaine-based Community Assistance Program releases annual report

By Stefanie Donahue Demand for services provided by the Community Assistance Program (CAP) in Blaine, Birch Bay, Custer and Point Roberts was strong in 2017, according to a … more

Blaine resident releases album, announces tour

Blaine resident, Gina Williams, released her fourth studio album “Olympiad” and announced last week that she plans to go on tour at venues in Seattle, Surrey, Ontario, California and Alberta. … more

Briefly

News from the Blaine City Council meeting on April 9.  Revisions to street vacation procedures the focus of April 23 public hearing Blaine City … more

Letter to the Editor: April 12-18

The Editor: Have you noticed how amazing the post office is looking these days? Thank you to whoever arranged for the beautification! Sandie … more

In other sports...

Tennis Blaine lost to Anacortes 6–1 at home on April 10. They play next at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 12 at Sehome. Baseball  The Borderites … more

Deming, Prasad and Mouw lead track at tournament

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine’s Josie Deming, Rani Prasad and Dalton Mouw all endured terrible weather to snag second place finishes at the Birger Solberg Invitational track and field … more

Ecology rolls out new rule to protect shellfish, water quality

By Stefanie Donahue A new rule banning the discharge of treated and untreated sewage into Puget Sound was signed into law by Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) director … more

Port hires firm to inspect Blaine Harbor breakwater

By Oliver Lazenby Port of Bellingham commissioners approved a $33,627 contract for Tinnea & Associates of Seattle to inspect the breakwater at Blaine Harbor and recommend needed … more

Sea lions, seals and birds flock to Drayton Harbor

Sea lions at Semiahmoo Marina on March 29. Photo by Joe Meche By Oliver Lazenby Spawning herring in Semiahmoo Bay have attracted sea lions, seals and multitudes of birds to the mouth of Drayton … more

Troop 45074 visits the Blaine Senior Center

Girl Scout Troop 45074 donated cookies to the Meals on Wheels Program at the Blaine Senior Center. Photo courtesy of Kathy Sitker. more

Young at Heart

By Vicki McCulloughin In August, the Blaine Senior Center will celebrate its 51st anniversary, so for the next five months, Young at Heart will share the story of how it began. This … more

Power of attorney can protect loved ones

Life is full of the unexpected. But just because the future is unpredictable doesn’t mean adults cannot prepare for what lies ahead. Estate planning is important and establishing power of attorney … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: April 2-3

April 2, 10:04 a.m.: Abandoned vehicle on Clamdigger Drive. April 2, 10:04 a.m.: Traffic stop on Clamdigger Drive. April 2, 11:21 a.m.: Civil problem on Birch … more

Neighbors lend a helping hand

Last week, Salishan Neighborhood Association members Janet Pickard, Sheli Moore and Meg Olson pitched in to get the neighborhood’s traffic circles spruced up for Spring. Photo … more

Birch Bay Community Park gets $1 million from state

The site of the Birch Bay Community Park. Grant is a positive sign for park’s future By Oliver Lazenby Whatcom County will receive a $1 million grant for the Birch Bay Community Park on Birch Bay … more

Tim Ballew throws hat in the ring for District 42 senate seat

Tim Ballew. The Northern Light file photo. By Stefanie Donahue Yet another candidate is vying to represent Whatcom County residents in the state senate. On March 28, Tim Ballew II, current at-large … more

Locals working to bring Community Toy Store closer to home

Community Toy Store in Bellingham, 2017. Information session scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17 at The Bridge at Birch Bay By Stefanie Donahue To make the holiday season brighter for … more

Families spend Easter in Blaine, Birch Bay

Several community groups hosted egg hunts on March 31 and April 1 to celebrate Easter. Pictured are two happy participants of the annual egg hunt hosted by The C Shop in Birch Bay … more

Inslee signs supplemental capital budget into law

Governor Jay Inslee signed the state’s supplemental capital budget into law on March 27.  The budget appropriates $1.2 million to extend utility infrastructure to Blaine’s … more
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