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Legendary movie stars up close on the job

The legendary movie stars of Hollywood’s golden era (1930-60) are now so shrouded in glamorized nostalgia that it might be hard to remember they once were just actors who went to work every day … more

Blaine Police Department launches new drone

The Blaine Police Department purchased a drone equipped with video and thermal imaging capabilities, all thanks to donations made by local businesses and foundations.  The drone, which was … more

Blaine City Council roundup: Mayor appointed, restaurant usage approved

News from the January 8 Blaine City Council meeting … Mayor, deputy mayor appointment Blaine City Council unanimously appointed Mary Lou Steward to a second term as mayor. Steward … more

The Washington legislature kicks off. Here’s what to watch.

The 60-day Washington legislative session began January 8 with a relatively short to-do list before everyone decamps to focus on the election. Lawmakers will not write a new two-year budget, … more

Road Rules: Off-duty traffic stops

  Question: If a cop is driving their police car home, but they aren’t on duty, can they make a traffic stop? And can a cop from one city make a traffic stop in a different city? … more

Semiahmoo Resort recipe: Winter citrus salmon

Our winter citrus salmon recipe features seared salmon, orange crème fraiche, caramelized January king cabbage and citrus pesto. Your senses will thank you when they taste the bright citrus … more

Bird of the Month: Bald eagle

Our national bird, the bald eagle, is often seen in Birch Bay and around the Semiahmoo Spit, Blaine and Drayton Harbor. Juveniles, l., take up to five years to acquire their yellow beak and white … more

Letters to The Editor: January 18-24, 2024

The Editor: Thank you to The Northern Light for publishing in last week’s issue an article about the Port of Bellingham’s request for public comment regarding its updated Blaine … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: January 18-24, 2024

December 31, 9:36 p.m.: Theft on 9th Street. January 1, 6:01 a.m.: Suicidal subject on 2nd Street. January 2, 2:38 p.m.: Runaway on 9th Street. January 3, 10:43 a.m.: Rape on F Street. … more

Sheriff's Reports, January 18-24, 2024

January 10, 3:16 a.m.: Suspicious person on Harborview Road. January 11, 6:53 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Alderson Road. January 11, 10:22 a.m.: Hit and run on 4th Street. January 11, … more

2023 Year in Review: A look back at the year that was ... (July-December)

(This is the second of a two-part Year in Review. January-June was published in the January 4 issue of The Northern Light.) July • The Washington State Department of Agriculture asked … more

BBWARM to hold meeting on proposed rate increases

The Birch Bay Watershed and Aquatic Resource Management (BBWARM) District announced it is seeking public input regarding an ongoing rate study and the possibility of the district increasing service … more

Man arrested for bail jumping while on trial for rape

A man on trial for sexually assaulting a woman in Birch Bay was arrested again after he ran out of the courtroom during proceedings in mid-December. The jury later found him guilty of second-degree … more

Port of Bellingham accepting final comments on public access plan

The Port of Bellingham is accepting public comment until Monday, January 22 for its draft recreation, conservation and public access plan. The plan is updated every six years to guide … more

Girls basketball beats Meridian, Vezzetti leads with 31

Girls Basketball After a pair of road losses last week, first to Sedro-Woolley 51-44 on January 4, then 45-27 to Squalicum on January 6, Blaine girls basketball (6-7, 2-6 NWC) needed a … more

Birch Bay meditation instructors share practice, offer free online classes

A Birch Bay couple focused on meditation and other wellness techniques are looking to spread their knowledge to the community.  Traysiah Spring and Thomas Bakken met while attending a … more

Blaine book club review: ‘How the Other Half Eats’

“How the Other Half Eats” takes an in-depth look at the American family’s complicated relationship with food. Through extensive field research conducted at dinner tables across … more
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