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Letters to The Editor: January 5-11, 2023

The Editor: As the New Year begins, it’s a good time to highlight some success stories in healthcare.  I am a diabetologist so diabetes prevention is always at the forefront of my … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: January 5-11, 2023

Dec. 16, 2:08 p.m.: Malicious mischief on Peace Portal Drive. Dec. 16, 2:26 p.m.: Trespass complaint on E Street. Dec. 16, 7:52 p.m.: Suspicious circumstance on 4th Street. Dec. 16, 8:25 … more

Sheriff's Reports, January 5-11, 2023

Dec. 15, 11:39 a.m.: Burglary on Portal Way. Dec. 15, 12:45 p.m.: Theft on Comox Road. Dec. 16, 9:20 a.m.: Overdose on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Dec. 16, 11:05 p.m.: Overdose on Carstan … more

Future of Ferndale smelter unknown as BPA and prospective buyer fail to reach energy deal

Blue Wolf Capital Partners, the private equity firm that was trying to restart the Alcoa Intalco smelter in Ferndale, ended its energy contract negotiations with Bonneville Power Administration … more

Plover undergoes repairs to become seaworthy again

The historic Plover ferry will undergo repairs expected to make it seaworthy by spring. The city carved out $30,000 to pay for the repairs, which are the first of this extent in over 25 years, while … more

Snowstorm blankets the region

Sports roundup: Competition continues over break

Most Blaine High School winter sports will continue competition through winter break.  Boys basketball  As of the morning of December 21, the Borderites are on a five-game win streak … more

City council approves shoreline construction contract, among others

The latest news from Blaine City Council’s December 12 meeting. The Blaine City Council meeting started with a presentation from the Working Waterfront Coalition of Whatcom County. … more

U.S. drivers could pay damages when not at fault in B.C. accidents

A 2021 change to B.C. auto liability law prevents U.S. drivers who get into an accident while driving in the province from making a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance, leaving … more

Over $1 million contract awarded for Pacific Highway expansion project

AECOM Technical Services, Inc., was selected to lead construction on the Pacific Highway land port of entry expansion project, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced December 19 in … more

County seeking applications for boards, commissions and committees

Whatcom County Council and county executive Satpal Sidhu are accepting applications for over 100 board, commission and committee vacancies.  Applications are due 10 a.m. … more

Holiday lights, decorations from around the neighborhood

Blaine and Birch Bay residents have spread holiday cheer with decorations in their homes and neighborhoods. Here are five people who responded to The Northern Light’s request for holiday … more

Road Rules: Signaling at roundabouts, other points on traffic circles

Question: Can you please write about signaling at traffic circles? I rarely see anyone signal to make a right or left turn. It causes confusion when trying to enter a traffic circle because one has … more

Letters to The Editor: December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023

The Editor: Oh, my goodness. You did it again! The  food bank asked and you answered.  We are truly humbled by the outpouring of support from our community during our 2022 matching … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023

Dec. 9, 10:08 a.m.: Harassment investigation on Peace Portal Drive. Dec. 12, 8:36 a.m.: Vehicle crash on Sandwood Lane. Dec. 13, 3:47 p.m.: Juvenile problem on H Street. Dec. 13, 6:18 p.m.: … more

Sheriff's Reports, December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023

Dec. 6, 12:22 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Birch Bay-Lynden Road and Portal Way. Dec. 6, 7:28 p.m.: Alarm audible on Portal Way, Custer. Dec. 6, 8:31 p.m.: Overdose on Birch Bay-Lynden … more
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