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Birch Bay Incorporation Association accepting steering committee applications

The Birch Bay Incorporation Association (BBIA) is accepting candidate applications for its steering committee members, who guide discussions on the potential of Birch Bay becoming its own city. … more

Bloodworks Northwest asks for donors to help with Hurricane Milton response

Bloodworks Northwest, the region’s foremost blood donation service, is urgently asking the community to “donate as much blood as possible” to send to Florida after the devastation … more

The Northern Light staff wins 62 state awards

Shown above are the individuals who report, write, design, operate and produce The Northern Light and its special publications. This talented group endeavors to produce interesting and compelling … more

Letters to The Editor: October 17-23, 2024

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 … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: October 17-23, 2024

October 5, 12:09 p.m.: Civil problem on Peace Portal Drive. October 5, 3:38 p.m.: Subject with weapon on Mitchell Avenue. October 6, 1:33 p.m.: Shots on A Street. October 6, 2;12 p.m.: … more

Sheriff's Reports, October 17-23, 2024

October 5, 2:59 a.m.: DUI arrest on Birch Bay Square Street. October 5, 7:20 a.m.: Domestic physical on H Street Road. October 5, 5:25 p.m.: Domestic physical on H Street Road. October … more

Obituary: Jere R. Hawn

Jere R. Hawn January 26, 1932 – October 3, 2024   There are so many loving memories of Jere’s life. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1950 and then Western … more

42nd Legislative District candidates answer how they will help Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer residents

With November ballots expected to arrive to voters in the coming week, The Northern Light posed … more

Point Roberts fire district ambulance wrecks near Peace Arch border

A Point Roberts fire district ambulance was involved in a collision near the Peace Arch border crossing at roughly 3 a.m. on October 11 while transporting a Point Roberts resident to the hospital… more

Five candidates apply for Blaine City Council seat

Five candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for a vacant Blaine City Council position representing east Blaine, southeast and part of central Blaine. The city of Blaine received the … more

Football’s unbeaten streak ends, volleyball sweep aside Mt. Baker

The past week was a mixed bag for Blaine High School sports. Coming into a huge game against Lynden Christian, at home, after starting the season 4-0 and earning a 1A state ranking – which … more

Oyster Fest, Harbor Harvest Festival set for October 12

A celebration of all the harvest Blaine brings, from oysters to pumpkins, will take over downtown Saturday, October 12 with a mashup of two festivals, Blaine Oyster Fest and the Harbor Harvest … more

Shellfish harvesting partially reopens in north Whatcom County

County health officials have partially lifted the molluscan shellfish biotoxin closure in north Whatcom County, allowing shellfish harvesting with the exception of butter and varnish clams along … more

Tsunami sirens to sound emergency drill on October 17

The Great Washington ShakeOut, an annual emergency preparedness drill, will take place across Whatcom County at 10:17 a.m. Thursday, October 17. As part of the drill, tsunami sirens in Whatcom … more

NEXUS fees up 140 percent as other Trusted Traveler Programs fees increase

People looking for a fast-pass to cross the U.S. border now need to pay a higher application fee for most programs within the Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP), which increased for the first time in … more

Recreational opportunities abundant this fall in Blaine, Birch Bay

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Blaine and Birch Bay transform into vibrant locales filled with autumnal charm and a variety of recreational activities. From pumpkin patches to cozy … more

A guide for exploring mountain larches this fall

They look ever so much like candles at dusk, the larches that decorate the high country of the Pacific Northwest in autumn. And, as candles do, they light up and burn out in finite periods, making … more
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