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Second phase of Peace Portal Community Trail now complete

The second phase of the Peace Portal Community Trail project is now complete, creating more options for pedestrians and cyclists passing through the city of Blaine. The first phase of the … more

Cross-border climate rally to be held at Peace Arch State Park

A cross-border rally will aim to draw attention to climate issues and the health of the planet. On Saturday, September 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Extinction Rebellion Bellingham and Extinction … more

School district starting free afterschool program with federal grant

The Blaine school district is starting a free afterschool program this fall for up to 150 primary and elementary school students thanks to a federal grant. The program, called Blaine Thrives, … more

Kathryn “Kit” O’Connor

February 25, 1947-September 5, 2019 Kathryn “Kit” O’Connor, age 72, of Blaine passed away from cancer Thursday, September 5 in Bellingham. She was born February 25, 1947 in … more

Jacqueline Marie Goodsir

July 4, 1961-September 6. 2019 Steward of the Land. Sailor of the Seas. Jackie Goodsir, born July 4, 1951 passed peacefully on September 6, 2019. Jackie, born in Passaic New Jersey to … more

Burn ban lifted in unincorporated county

The Whatcom County fire marshal’s office has lifted restrictions on open burning in unincorporated areas of Whatcom County. Restrictions were put in place on July 12 due to warm weather … more

Local propane business changes its name

Formerly known as 1st Propane of Whatcom County, owner Kal Economy rebranded his business this past month, changing its name to Economy Propane. His business provides propane for homes and … more

Blaine Police Department reports: September 7-12, 2019

September 7, 1:21 a.m .: Blaine Police Department officers located an abandoned and apparent inoperable vehicle. Officers tagged the vehicle as abandoned. September 7, 10:34 a.m .: Blaine … more

Community garden thrives with new improvements

Blaine’s community garden has seen new improvements since the start of this summer. The garden now has the potential for 34 spaces. These include 18 flat plots and 16 raised boxed beds. Two of … more

Get ready to Run with the Chums

Runners and walkers will assemble on Saturday, September 14 for the seventh annual Run with the Chums 5k and Smolt Sprint 1k. The free event will take place at the BP Highlands off of Grandview … more

Groundbreaking ceremony held for Birch Bay berm project

Whatcom County executive Jack Louws pours sand on the beach at Birch Bay during the groundbreaking ceremony for the long-awaited Birch Bay berm project on September 6. The project went out to bid … more

Invasive crab species detected in Drayton Harbor

An invasive crab species has been detected in Drayton Harbor, worrying experts who are concerned about the potential impact to marine ecosystems in the region. In August, Margarette Grant and … more

City of Blaine, Family Care Network reach property deal

The city of Blaine and Family Care Network (FCN) have reached an agreement for the purchase of about 2.5 acres of property currently owned by the city and located on the Gateway property, formerly … more

Space is limited for refinery open house at Cherry Point

The BP Cherry Point Refinery is hosting an open house, giving members of the public a chance to see how the refinery operates and to meet some of its workers. The open house will take place on … more

9/11 first responders from NYC visit Blaine police

A group of first responders from New York City, who were on duty when the 9/11 terrorist attacks occurred, visited the Blaine Police Department on September 10. The following day, they were honored … more

Letters to the Editor: September 12-18, 2019

The Editor: I would like to thank Lily Kerlin for her courageous and insightful letter published in the August 29 – September 4 edition of The Northern Light . The Northwest Washington … more

Blaine sophomore reels in catch of a lifetime

On the last week of summer vacation, incoming Blaine High School sophomore Cole Abshere reeled in a record-breaking channel catfish at Lake Terrell in Ferndale. Cole Abshere’s fish – … more

Blaine defense dominates in 27–8 win in first game

Blaine football’s defense held Chief Sealth to just 45 yards of total offense in a 27–8 victory at the season-opener on September 6, at Blaine High School. “Our front seven and … more
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