Articles published Tue, Nov 20, 2012
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Black November: A Turkey's Lament
Guest Editorial: Finding reasons to be thankful this season
Bryan Golden
Letters to the editor: November 22 - November 28, 2012
news
Heritage turkeys offer Thanksgiving tables a tastier treat
It's time to talk turkey.
Rite Aid makes plans for move
If all goes as planned, we could be seeing a new Rite Aid pharmacy built on the southwest corner of Boblett Street and SR-543 as early as the end of 2013.
WTA will make changes to Route 55 on December 3
An approved change to Whatcom Transit Authority's (WTA) Route 55 bus to Blaine, Birch Bay and the surrounding communities will streamline the weekday bus service.
Snowy owls sighted in Blaine
Snowy owls have returned to Washington for the second year in a row.
Whatcom sobers up
The Washington Traffic Safety Commission announced its "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign.
Man arrested, charged for Birch Bay burglaries
Whatcom County sheriff's deputies have arrested Jacob S. Dezarn on charges of residential burglary, possession of stolen property in the first degree, possession of a stolen firearm and trafficking stolen property in the first degree.
Mt. Baker Ski Area is now open
Let the ski season begin.
Blaine hosts Holiday Harbor Lights, tree lighting
Every year, the city of Blaine heralds the holidays with the annual Holiday Harbor Lights festival and community tree lighting.
Welcome!
The Northern Light is pleased to welcome Ian Ferguson to the team as our new general assignments and sports reporter.
Police chief finds community a delight to work with, reflects on 37 years of service
Born and raised in Alaska, Mike Haslip never had any intention of moving to Blaine, but an opportunity for his father to take a steady job changed his plans his sophomore year of high school.
Preparing in advance for winter weather
Winter storms can range from long, drawn-out drizzles to severe snow blizzards, but no matter what the conditions may be, the time to prepare for winter is beforehand.
obituaries
Bruce Carl Hassebrock: February 27, 1940 - November 14, 2012
Bruce Hassebrock, age 72, passed away peacefully in Bellingham on November 14, 2012 surrounded by family, friends, and staff at Whatcom Hospice House.
sports
What to watch: Blaine High's winter sports
Blaine's coaches are optimistic about upcoming season
Blaine holds annual athletic banquet to honor football team
Blaine's High School football teams were honored at the Performing Arts Center (PAC) Monday, November 19.