The Northern Light welcomes letters to the editor.
For verification purposes, please include your name, address and daytime telephone number. Letters are limited to 350 words and may be edited or rejected for reasons of legality, length and good taste. Thank you letters are limited to five individuals or groups.
A fresh viewpoint on matters of general interest to local readers will increase the likelihood of publication. Writers should avoid personal invective. Letters that discuss the operation of an individual business, in either a negative or positive light, will not be published. Unsigned letters will also not be accepted for publication.
Requests for withholding names will be considered on an individual basis. Only one letter per month from an individual correspondent will be published.
The Editor:
I enjoyed reading your new “Restaurant Beat” section. Even though I’m only a summer resident, we really like reading our “local” paper. We always prefer …
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The Editor:
Why does the Blaine Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2) want to take over the Blaine Senior Center? BBBPRD2 petitioned the city of Blaine to take control of the …
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The Editor:
Our concern is regarding the renewal of the operational contract with the city of Blaine community center, between our nonprofit member-owned Blaine Senior Center (BSC). The city …
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The Editor:
I would like to address the letter to the editor regarding CAP and the Community Toy Store. I really take issue with this letter (by Cindy Kisska from the January 2 issue of The …
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The Editor:
I’ve known Laura Vogee for many years; she pours her heart into any endeavor she undertakes. The Community Assistance Program Community Toy Store is no exception.
The flak …
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The Editor:
Watching birds from the shores of Bellingham Bay and nearby Salish Sea beaches in Whatcom County is a magical experience. I love seeing majestic bald eagles and osprey dive for fish, …
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The Editor:
As we reflect on another incredible year of arts and creativity in our community, the Blaine Arts Council and the Blaine Art Gallery are excited about an extraordinary opportunity to …
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The Editor:
When someone hands you a gift, there is no price tag attached. I am writing about the CAP “Community Toy Store” that accepts new, unwrapped toys as Christmas gifts, for …
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The Editor:
The Pacific Arts Association (PAA) and committee for the Blaine Harbor Music Festival (BHMF) and summer camp, held a fundraiser “Night Market & Luminary Walk.” This …
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The Editor:
As we begin the holiday season celebrating our blessings of abundance, it is easy to forget that many individuals and families in our community struggle daily to simply put food on …
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The Editor:
On behalf of the entire winter clothing distribution team and the Community Assistance Program, I would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to our amazing community!
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The Editor:
I am hoping this is something that interests you as I need some help. On October 22 I called the city about a house demolition happening behind me as I had seen on postings or …
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The Editor:
While reading The Northern Light community newspaper 1,000 miles away and enjoying it immensely every week on Thursdays, I noticed the letter in the opinion page from the publishers …
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Dear Readers of The Northern Light ,
As your community newspaper serving Blaine, Birch Bay and Semiahmoo, we’ve always believed that reliable local news should be accessible to everyone. …
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Editor’s Note: Election letters in the October 31 issue will only be published online as it’s the last issue before the November 5 general election.
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The Editor:
I enjoyed reading Dr. Sandhya Gelou’s essay, which framed healthy choices during the holidays – and all year long – as a family affair. Her no-nonsense approach is …
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The Editor:
I am the mother of two Blaine Middle School students and a homeowner. I support a “yes” vote on the Blaine school district bond.
I’ve seen firsthand how the …
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The Editor:
The Blaine Food Bank couldn’t be prouder to be the recipient of the funds raised in the launch of Blaine’s first annual Catoberfest! The event, sponsored by Beach Cat …
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The Editor:
I am writing to express my strong support for the upcoming bond issue on our ballots for the renovation of Blaine Middle School. This project is not just about building new …
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The Editor:
We are humbled, and so very grateful that the Good Ol’ Boys once again chose Blaine Food Bank as the recipient of the funds collected through their 2024 golf tournament …
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