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Letters to the editor: June 22 - June 28

The Editor: This is in response to the lady who complained about Canadians, drivers and shoppers, and also to Michael Fitzgerald’s letter. Michael, you are right about the speeding … more

Letters to the editor: June 1-7

The Editor: In the May 25 issue, The Northern Light reported that state senator Doug Ericksen wrote to Governor Inslee that, “The people of Whatcom County, and in particular the … more

Letter to the editor: May 25-31

The Editor: I attended the Whatcom County Council meeting on May 16 and was disappointed to see six councilmembers decide to create potential restrictions on business and development … more

Letters to the editor: May 18-24

The Editor: The Blaine Food Bank and our volunteers would like to give a big “Thank You” to both Blaine and Custer Post Office employees during the USPS’ annual “Stamp Out … more

Letters to the editor: May 4-10

The Editor: I would like to thank Heidi Holmes and the Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 for sponsoring World Tai Chi Day 2017 at the Birch Bay Activity Center this … more

Letters to the editor: May 4-10

The Editor: On behalf of the City of Blaine, we would like to thank local residents for approving the recent 0.2 percent sales tax increase to fund streets and trail projects through … more

Letter to the editor: April 27-3

The Editor: A recent rash of letters complaining about traffic violations in Blaine has prompted this observation that Birch Bay seems to have become a free-for-all traffic zone. … more

Letters to the editor: April 20-26

The Editor: Watch out for beach walkers! The sun is finally coming out and you may begin to see more folks enjoying a walk along our beautiful beach. I took a walk … more

Letters to the editor: April 13-19

The Editor: After moving to Blaine several years ago, my wife and I began cleaning the never-ending garbage off the beaches and trails along Semiahmoo spit several days a week. … more

Letters to the editor: April 6-12

The Editor: On Saturday, April 15 the Girl Scout troop 42579 will be picking up trash around Blaine. We call this project Beautifying Blaine. If you would like to help clean up … more

Letters to the editor: March 30-April 5

The Editor: The city of Blaine is asking voters to approve a 0.2 percent sales tax increase to fund a Transportation Benefit District. I support this idea wholeheartedly, and wanted … more

Letters to the editor: March 23-29

The Editor: What was once a beautiful drive from Blaine to Bellingham is no longer possible. Has anyone else noticed the increasing accumulation of trash along I-5 over the past … more

Letters to the editor: March 16-22

The Editor: Thank you, Sally Howell, for speaking up about the garbage problem in our town. It’s not just the truck route but the problem is all over. One of the most influential … more

Letters to the editor: March 16-22

The Editor: This is a call to all those who believe that the city excessively enforces the H Street and Peace Portal Drive stop sign. There are days when rolling stop tickets are … more

Letters to the editor: March 2-8

The Editor: In response to the recent letter from Betsy Gross and Beth Insera I felt the need to remind our community the truth about the majority of Republicans and … more

Letter to the editor: February 23-March 1

The Editor: We are facilitators of two of Whatcom County’s activist groups and are writing because we are concerned about the current anti-immigrant climate created by the … more

Letters to the editor: February 16-22

The Editor: I want to thank Mr. Agnello for his response. Unfortunately, he misquoted what I wrote. I simply said without a “landslide” win in California the results of the … more

Letters to the editor: February 9-15

The Editor: I am a full-time resident of the Semiahmoo community in Blaine, Washington. Like most cities, Blaine struggles to fund all the services local residents want. … more

Letters to the editor: February 2-8

The Editor: I am writing about “Wildlife expert to discuss oil spill prevention and risks to the Salish Sea.” I care about getting jobs to Washington. Whether you believe in … more

Letters to the editor: January 26-February 1

The Editor:  Doug Ericksen is Washington State Senator for the 42nd district. He is paid to represent this district by the taxpayers. This January, he accepted a position as … more
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