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The Editor:
I have to congratulate you on assuming the reins at The Northern Light . It truly is a smart and dedicated source of dialogue and informed outlook for our small part of the world and …
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3/11/26 04:10 PM
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The Editor:
In a Feb. 5 letter, the …
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3/4/26 04:33 PM
The Editor:
For nearly a decade, I had the privilege of serving as PeaceHealth’s first Advance Care Planning (ACP) coordinator in its system.
When we began the ACP program, our goal was …
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2/18/26 06:40 PM
The Editor:
All through 2025, I’ve noticed a constant stream of President Trump bashing, both in The Northern Light and on our community Facebook pages. I realize he isn’t …
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2/4/26 05:49 PM
The Editor:
Local news that’s trusted and accessible to everyone without paywall is essential to the health of a community. Salish Current was founded and operates with those principles …
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1/28/26 06:30 PM
The Editor:
I want to sincerely thank everyone in Blaine who has given me the honor and opportunity to serve as both a councilmember and deputy mayor over the past four years. It’s a role …
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1/21/26 05:23 PM
The Editor:
I live on H Street in Blaine and most early mornings I walk along Peace Portal Drive out to the fishing pier.
I have noticed a number of people who apparently are sleeping …
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12/30/25 07:56 PM
The Editor:
I have to commend Pat Grubb and The Northern Light newspaper. The level of continued, dogged investigative journalism Pat has displayed regarding the Port of Bellingham is something …
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12/17/25 04:12 PM
The Editor:
On behalf of the Blaine Food Bank, I want to extend a huge thanks to The Northern Light for running the matching funds campaign ads. Thanks to your support, and the incredible …
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12/10/25 07:39 PM
The Editor:
The nonprofit Blaine Senior Center (BSC) has an election coming up on December 15. I would like to encourage everyone who was a member of the BSC as of June 30, 2025 to vote. Ballots …
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12/4/25 03:25 PM
The Editor:
I’ve had a very difficult three years which include two runs to the hospital and three other calls for assistance after falls. I want to commend our local fire aid EMTs. Every …
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11/25/25 06:30 PM
The Editor:
I want to talk about something that’s very close to my heart: the safety of our kids. Every day, families and children cross at the intersections of D and 8th streets and H and …
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11/19/25 05:41 PM
The Editor:
I heard this today.
The latest statistics show more proof that British Columbians have a waning interest in visiting the United States.
Washington state’s Whatcom …
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11/12/25 04:12 PM
The Editor:
The west Blaine Urban Growth Area (UGA) is a poor proposal for three main reasons: Distance from Blaine central, underrated infrastructural needs and environmental impacts.
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11/5/25 06:27 PM
The Editor:
We are facing a significant challenge.
Unless Congress reopens the federal government or secures alternative funding, SNAP benefits may not be available starting November 1. …
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10/29/25 05:21 PM
The Editor:
As former mayor of Blaine, I believe I have a keen sense of those leadership qualities necessary to move our community in a positive direction for our citizens, businesses and …
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10/22/25 01:54 PM
The Editor:
Although I agree with Dave Berry’s statement that we must confront dehumanization of our fellow citizens, I would like to take it a step further by strongly emphasizing that we …
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10/15/25 05:21 PM
The Editor:
I am currently the president of the Blaine School Board, representing District 3. I am aware of what it takes to be an effective school board member. I am writing to endorse Bob …
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10/8/25 05:12 PM
The Editor:
Blaine is a beautiful town full of potential, and we need thoughtful, experienced leadership to guide its future. That’s why we are proud to support Sukhwant Gill for Blaine …
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10/1/25 04:21 PM
The Editor:
The First Amendment to our Constitution guarantees the right of free speech, yet this administration has threatened to use the FCC to remove broadcast licenses of those in media who …
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9/24/25 04:01 PM
