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Peace Portal Subway closes after 24 years of business

September 26 marked the final day visitors could stop by Subway at 429 Peace Portal Drive for a bite to eat. Longtime owners, Dale, Betty and Ted Schrader, closed the downtown … more

Blaine, Birch Bay candidate forums set

This month, voters in Blaine and Birch Bay will have the chance to ask their burning questions to the full slate of candidates on the November 7 general election ballot. Two forums … more

County auditor’s office gears up for November 7

With the November 7 general election just around the corner, the Whatcom County Auditor’s Office has installed three new ballot drop boxes, including one in Custer. There are now a total of 18 drop … more

Volunteers begin distributing winter coat donations October 10

September 30 marked the last day of the Community Assistance Program and Interfaith Coalition’s winter coat drive – now it’s time to get those items to new owners. Donors were asked to give new … more

Community Meals return to the senior center

Once again, Blaine Community Assistance Program (CAP) is hosting its weekly Community Meals program, which offers free meals, with a suggested donation, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday at the … more

When should you be screened for cancer?

Cancer screenings can often save lives by finding cancer early, providing a vital heads-up before you might notice a lump or other worrisome symptoms. But it’s not always easy to know which … more

Other sports news...

Volleyball The Blaine varsity volleyball team continued its stellar season with a 3–0 win against Sedro-Woolley this week, just after its first loss to Lynden last … more

Furthermore: Blaine City Council

A story in last week’s issue of The Northern Light regarding the appointment of Meg Olson to Position 3 on the Blaine City Council omitted the names of other candidates who put their names up for … more

Woman falls from Blaine overpass

With few details available at press time, Washington State Patrol trooper Heather Axtman confirmed that a woman either jumped or fell off the Hughes Avenue overpass just after 2 p.m. on Monday, … more

At the Border: August 2017

The Vault Wine Bar and Event Space opens for business

The Vault Wine Bar and Event Space, located at 277 G Street in Blaine, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 21. From l., Harry Robinson, Luke … more

Blaine City Council appoints new member

By Stefanie Donahue Blaine City Council is back to full-strength after a string of applicant interviews and deliberations enabled councilmembers to appoint a seventh member this … more

Horizon at Semiahmoo project strides forward

By Stefanie Donahue The gears are finally turning on the Horizon at Semiahmoo development project and this time the firm that owns the property is promising a more affordable price … more

Birch Bay berm construction project facing more delays

By Stefanie Donahue Construction on the Birch Bay Drive and Pedestrian Facility, also known as the Birch Bay berm, will likely be postponed until next year. While … more

DelBene hosts community forum in Blaine

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) visited Blaine on September 23 for a community forum at Blaine City Hall. Healthcare, nutrition assistance, immigration reform and climate change … more

New playground installed at Birch Bay State Park

The new playground at Birch Bay State Park. Photo by Linda Kiens. By Stefanie Donahue Birch Bay State Park is getting a playground. Each year, 55,000 to 60,000 campers frequent the 194-acre park. In … more

Good, Lyons and Grimme lead cross country teams

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine’s cross country team may be inexperienced, but its leaders are hanging with top runners from other schools this season. Blaine’s Jamie … more

This week in business...

Vonna’s Purple Fin Restaurant to close October 1 After more than four-years of business, Vonna’s Purple Fin Restaurant  is set to close its doors on Sunday, October … more

Bellingham SeaFeast draws a crowd

[slideshow_deploy id='19992'] The second annual SeaFeast in downtown Bellingham and Squalicum Harbor entertained crowds from September 22 to 23. The event featured a variety of … more

Despite strong offense, Blaine loses 36-35

Blaine quarterback Cam Ellis hands the ball to running back Jacob Westfall in a September 8 game against Meridian. Ellis broke a school record for passing yards that night, and raised his own bar on … more
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