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BP invests $269 million into Cherry Point to bring 300 jobs, reduce emissions

BP will invest $269 million in three projects at the Cherry Point Refinery to improve the refinery’s efficiency, reduce its carbon dioxide emissions by 7 percent and double its renewable diesel … more

Border reopening offers no magic pill for border towns

News that the U.S. would open its land borders to vaccinated travelers on November 8 was met with relief by border towns along the northern border and recognition that much more needs to be done … more

School enrollment drops again, lowest in 5 years

Forty fewer students walked through Blaine school district doors this year as the Borderites returned to full-time, masked, in-person learning. According to district data, enrollment has decreased … more

Veterans wish to preserve historic Northwest Annex building

A local veterans group is leading the effort to save a historic Tudor-style building at the corner of Northwest Drive and Smith Road. Members of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 165 have asked … more

Park and recreation district candidates share top priorities

The Northern Light asked Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD2) Position 1 candidates Jesse Creydt and David Halme what their top priorities are for the parks and rec department. … more

Port of Bellingham candidates share what they see for Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer residents

The Northern Light asked Port of Bellingham commissioner candidates to explain how they will incorporate the needs of Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer residents into economic development planning for … more

Meet the candidates up for BBWSD commissioner

Birch Bay Water and Sewer District Commissioner Position 1 is up for vote in the November 2 election. Water and sewer district commissioners serve six-year terms. Interviews have been edited for … more

Girls soccer trounce Mount Baker 9-2 on senior night

Seniors Randi Roose and Bries Nolasco set the tone early for the Lady Borderites 9-2 rally win over Mount Baker Monday night, as each scored a goal in the first 10 minutes of the senior night game. … more

Covid-19 in Whatcom County, by school district areas: October 16

The Blaine school district area had the lowest case rate in the county for the second week in a row last week, according to Whatcom County Health Department data. Case rates dropped in all school … more

5 tips to safely celebrate Halloween with your pets

Whether heading to a party, celebrating on social media or greeting little ghouls and goblins at home, getting the entire family – including the four-legged family members – involved in … more

Op-Ed: The local challenges of climate change

Climate change has come to Whatcom County. If we didn’t know it before, record temperatures in June and August should convince us. Temperatures in Blaine on June 28 reached 100 degrees for the … more

Police Reports: October 21-27, 2021

Oct. 2, 12 p.m.: Second degree fraud/theft on 12th Street. Oct. 2, 1:41 p.m.: Reckless driving on Boblett Street. Oct. 2, 4:54 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on D Street. Oct. 2, 10:24 … more

Sheriff's Reports: October 21-27, 2021

Oct. 12, 12: 44 p.m.: Harassment on Harborview Road. Oct. 12, 12:50 p.m.: Mental on Harborview Road. Oct. 12, 1:23 p.m.: Parking problem on West Road. Oct. 12, 4:49 p.m.: Theft on Valley … more

Letters to The Editor: October 21-27, 2021

The Editor: A Fire Protection District 21 “no” vote will further deteriorate your fire and medic service. Vote “yes” on Prop 2021-9 for adequate funding for the next six … more

Blaine City Council candidates share their visions for the city

With ballots expected to arrive in residents’ mailboxes this week, The Northern Light reached out to November general election candidates for Blaine City Council to ask what their biggest … more

Whatcom County Council approves 1,000-foot no-shooting zone buffer in Drayton Harbor

In a narrow 4-3 vote, Whatcom County Council voted October 12 to create a no-shooting zone in Drayton Harbor within 1,000 feet of the shoreline. The vote concludes a two-year battle between the city … more

Border announcement brings an early Christmas present

Following months and months of increasing pressure from federal, state and local politicians as well as business and civic groups, the Biden administration has announced the northern and southern … more
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