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Arrest made in I-5 crash that killed 47-year-old Blaine motorcyclist

A 20-year-old Bellingham man was charged with vehicular homicide following a crash on I-5 in Ferndale that killed a 47-year-old Blaine motorcyclist and injured four people, including the driver, … more

August primary results certified in Whatcom County

Election results for the August 6 primary in Whatcom County were certified August 20, and the Secretary of State will certify statewide results by Friday, August 23. As of August 19, 656 ballots … more

Port hires PR firm to improve public image

August 21, 2024: The Port of Bellingham unanimously approved spending nearly $100,000 on public relations to improve its public image during its August 13 meeting. Commissioners authorized port executive … more

New education foundation to hold first community meeting

Just in time for the new school year, the Peace Arch Education Foundation (PAEF), a newly formed fundraising organization to support the Blaine school district, will hold its first community … more

History on Blaine pianist uncovered

An article in The Northern Light requesting information on an early 20th century Blaine pianist came full circle on August 20 as longtime Blaine resident Steve Lawrenson shared information about his … more

Plover to resume ferry rides starting August 24, city of Blaine says

The city of Blaine announced the historic Plover ferry will resume rides around Drayton Harbor and Semiahmoo Bay on Saturday, August 24. City manager Mike Harmon said it’s the city’s … more

Oktoberfest event to benefit Blaine Food Bank

Beach Cat Brewing Co. has announced it is planning ‘Catoberfest,’ an Oktoberfest-themed fundraiser for the Blaine Food Bank. The 21-plus, ticketed event will have a beer garden, … more

Survey responses on Whatcom road fatalities needed by August 31

Whatcom County residents may have noticed a yellow flyer advertising the Whatcom Crash Test in their mailboxes throughout August. The Whatcom Crash Test is an initiative by Whatcom Council of … more

Edward Jones office opens in Birch Bay

Birch Bay has a new Edward Jones financial advisor bringing three decades of expertise to the area. Financial advisor Terrell Goertz has been at his new office located at 8115 Birch Bay Square … more

Road Rules: Passing tractors in no-passing zones

Question: This time of year there are a lot of tractors driving on roads near farms. Is it legal to pass a tractor in a no-passing zone? Answer: The Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius once said, … more

Letters to The Editor: August 22-28, 2024

The Editor: As a recently relocated climate migrant from northern California, I must voice my disappointment with this community’s decision to postpone funding for the fire department in … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: August 22-28, 2024

August 10, 10:36 a.m.: Burglary on Clyde Street. August 10, 8:26 p.m.: Shots on Mary Avenue. August 11, 4:45 p.m.: Serve warrant on Blaine Road. August 11, 8:42 p.m.: Drugs on Marine … more

Sheriff's Reports, August 22-28, 2024

August 11, 2:22 p.m.: Domestic violence arrest on Bayshore Drive. August 12, 11:12 a.m.: Disorderly conduct on East Street. August 12, 1:32 p.m.: Drugs on Pacific Highway. August 12, … more

Obituary: Shelby Marie Kerr

Shelby Marie Kerr September, 2000 – August, 2024   It is with great heartache that we are sharing that Shelby Marie Kerr has gained her wings. Shelby is survived by her … more

Plover voyages return Saturday, August 24

The city of Blaine has announced the historic Plover ferry will resume rides between Blaine Harbor and Semiahmoo Spit on Saturday, August 24.  The first rides of the 80-year-old passenger … more

County executive appears to have bypassed charter in hiring medical examiner

Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu appeared to violate the county charter by ignoring the advice of medical professionals when hiring Dr. Allison Hunt, the medical examiner whose contract is now … more

Birch Bay school one step closer after county, school district agreement

The Blaine school district took a step toward constructing a new elementary school in Birch Bay after Whatcom County Council approved a land access agreement to allow the district to evaluate a … more

Blaine teen arrested after high-speed chase

A Blaine teenager was arrested in the early morning hours of August 14 after an hours-long incident involving multiple law enforcement agencies that began with a stolen Cadillac Escalade, led to a … more
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