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September named “Senior Center Month” in Blaine

Blaine mayor Harry Robinson presents a proclamation to Blaine Senior Center director Kathy Sitker. Photo by Ravyn Whitewolf. By Stefanie Donahue In recognition of the Blaine Senior Center and its … more

Blood drive slated for September 22

Seattle-based Bloodworks Northwest is heading up to Blaine for a blood drive. To participate, stop by Totally Chocolate, located at 2025 Sweet Road, 10 a.m.–noon or 1–4 p.m. on … more

Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: August 21-September 10

August 21, 11:24 a.m.: Alarm audible on Sunrise Road. August 21, 11:49 a.m.: Vandalism on Hall Road. August 21, 2:25 p.m.: Suicidal subject on Birch Bay … more

Blaine Senior Center menu

Thursday, September 14: turkey meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, broccoli florets, carrot slaw and fruit cocktail. Friday, September 15: pulled pork with roll, brown rice, roasted … more

Visitors turn up in droves for Discover Birch Bay Days

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce hosted its 38th annual crab-themed event, Discover Birch Bay Days, September 2-3. Thousands attended this year and more than 70 food and craft vendors signed up to … more

Nonprofit names Birch Bay duo “environmental heroes”

By Stefanie Donahue Years before the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers denied Pacific International Terminals subsidiary, SSA Marine, a crucial permit to build a coal terminal at Cherry … more

Book mobile now at Vogt property in Birch Bay

Photo courtesy of Whatcom County Library System By Oliver Lazenby The bookmobile – Whatcom County Library System’s traveling library in a bus, complete with books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks – … more

Native canoe families join for “Communities Pulling Together”

Semiahmoo, Lummi and G’ana’k’w canoe families gathered in Birch Bay and Blaine to paddle through local waters and participate in traditional dances, potlatches and campfires. The event was … more

School is back in session, stay cautious on the road

North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) firefighters John Hollstein,l., and Levi Wigg,r., cautioned drivers during the first week of Blaine school district classes. Photo by NWFR … more

Blaine alumnus cut from NFL team

Blaine High School graduate Andrew Price practicing with the Detroit Lions in August. Photo courtesy of the Detroit Lions By Oliver Lazenby After a week of practice, Blaine native Andrew Price was … more

Whatcom County Farm Tour runs September 9 – 10

By Stefanie Donahue Bellingham-based group Sustainable Connections is encouraging the public to learn about family-owned farms by participating in a free, self-guided Whatcom County … more

Development, code enforcement the highlight of new city report

By Stefanie Donahue Development in Blaine is on the rise, according to a mid-year report released by the city late last month. Most residential development is taking … more

Guest editorial: Enhancing economic development in Blaine

Dave Wilbrecht. By Blaine city manager Dave Wilbrecht I appreciate Stefanie Donahue’s article in the August 24 edition of The Northern Light about the City’s Strategic Economic Initiative (SEI) … more

Blaine volleyball team leans on experienced seniors

Blaine senior Alexis Hallberg goes for a spike in practice on Thursday, August 31. Photo by Oliver Lazenby. By Oliver Lazenby A talented group is competing to fill the few gaps left on Blaine’s … more

September 6: In other Borderite sports...

The varsity football team lost its first game at Nooksack Valley 45–6. Nooksack Valley’s quarterback, Casey Bauman, who has already committed to play at Montana State University next year, led … more

American Legion Post 86 hosts benefits fair

Experts will be on-site to help veterans unsure of how to obtain benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), at the American Legion Peace Arch Post 86 in Birch Bay on Saturday, … more

Aspiring marine biologist studies in New Zealand

Blaine 10-year-old London Fletcher in New Zealand with Dr. Ingrid Visser. London, an aspiring marine biologist, completed a three-week internship this summer in New Zealand with … more

Habitat for Humanity build in Birch Bay draws to a close

Julio Ortiz, l., Juana Mendoza, r., and their family and friends celebrated the end of construction on their home at Leeside Drive in Birch Bay. Photo courtesy of Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom … more

Local fishers grapple with new regulations

By Meg Olson New rules for cross-border boaters are changing how local anglers fishing in Canada need to document the origin of their catch if they bring it back into U.S. … more

Salmon grilling contest, tours and more await guests at SeaFeast

Advance tickets are on sale for the second annual SeaFeast in downtown Bellingham and Squalicum Harbor, September 22 to 23. On Friday, SeaFeast kicks off at 5 p.m. with SeaFeed at … more
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