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Blessing of the Fleet returns for 34th year

Blessing of the Fleet in 2017. Photo by Richard Sturgill By Gary Dunster This is the time of year when we think about those who have been lost at sea and those who we have lost at home since the last … more

Soccer win may land team in the playoffs

Alieu Diaw looks to make a pass early in the game. Photos and story by Oliver Lazenby At the end of senior night on April 24, Blaine varsity soccer seniors had something to celebrate. After beating … more

Smuggler’s Inn to host a second benefit

Smuggler’s Inn Bed and Breakfast in Blaine will host a second fundraiser on the May 5 weekend for a local family that lost their home in a fire last March. Photo by Molly Ernst Smuggler’s Inn Bed … more

Evergreen Cannabis celebrates 4/20

The band, Akrasia, plays at Evergreen Cannabis in Blaine on April 20, a holiday celebrated by marijuana enthusiasts across the globe. The performance was a part of ‘JFest,’ … more

Briefly

News from the Blaine City Council meeting on April 23.  Blaine City Council to consider changing design standards in south Blaine Spurred by an … more

Blaine man dies in Missouri accident

Steve Lemay, owner of a broadcast and communication tower service company in Blaine, died while on the job in Fordland, Missouri this week. Lemay, 56, was working with six other … more

Deadline to file for state, county office is May 18

If running for state or county office piques your interest, now’s the time to commit. Candidate filing week is Monday, May 14 to Friday, May 18. During that time, individuals can … more

Navigating around Blaine just got a bit easier

A refurbished sign was installed at the Blaine Public Pier on April 20 by the Port of Bellingham.                                         Photo by Meg Olson more

From the web...

The Northern Light collected comments made by online readers who responded to recent stories. Here’s what they had to say: The Editor: Blaine … more

An ode to the Blaine Food Bank...

By Calvin Smith You don’t have to kill a deer, or catch a fish, or milk a cow Nor do you need, to plant a seed, or trudge behind a plow, There’s … more

Baseball gets big senior night win

Ben Wallen catches a fly ball in the fourth inning against Lynden. Photo by Oliver Lazenby Blaine varsity baseball won a big game on senior night against Lynden, one of four teams in the league with … more

In other sports...

Tennis Girls varsity tennis lost 6–1 to Lakewood on April 19, 7–0 to Squalicum on April 20, 7–0 to Burlington-Edison on April 23 and 6–1 to Sedro-Woolley on April … more

How to control spring pests

Just when winter thaws out and people are anxious to enjoy the blooming flowers and luscious lawns of spring, pesky pests make an appearance. Many pests resume their levels of … more

Are you an impatient gardener? Consider planting these fast-growing vegetables.

Stepping outdoors and picking a freshly grown vegetable is a joy for many homeowners who like to garden. Growing vegetables at home offers many benefits. In addition to providing a … more

Pacific Lock and Safe opens for business in Blaine

Mitch Luna, pictured, recently opened Pacific Lock and Safe at 384 H Street in Blaine. In addition to being open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday, the business also … more

Design Builders transforms home in Birch Bay

A before and after photo of a two-bedroom Birch Bay home that was recently renovated by Design Builders, LLC. By Stefanie Donahue Whether they’re millennials or baby boomers, homeowners are … more

Abandoned home on C Street demolished

Photo by Molly Ernst. By Stefanie Donahue An abandoned home in Blaine was demolished on April 11. The home, located at 481 C Street, was owned by William Dobie and has been abandoned for at least two … more

Cause of death determined for man who was found deceased in vehicle off H Street Road

Robert Cross, a 64-year-old resident of Lynden who was found deceased in his vehicle off H Street Road in Blaine this month, died due to complications of hypertensive and atherosclerotic … more

Blaine students celebrate Whatcom County Math Championship win

The Whatcom County Math Championship took place on April 21. Pictured is one of the fourth grade teams from the Blaine school district, made up of Olivia … more

Al Swift, former U.S. representative, dies at age 82

Known as a humorous storyteller with a fancy for cigars, former congressman Al Swift has died. According to a press release from the U.S. House of Representatives, Swift passed away … more
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