The Editor: In the May 25 issue, The Northern Light reported that state senator Doug Ericksen wrote to Governor Inslee that, “The people of Whatcom County, and in particular the … more

The Editor: We were on vacation last week collecting squished pennies from around the state. We made a special trip up to Blaine on August 11 because of a glowing report about Bill … more

The Editor: I happen to agree with letter to the editor writer Jim Agnello and also wish to thank The Northern Light for publishing our feelings toward the border guards on the American side … more

The Editor:  Voters have received many mailers regarding elected positions in Whatcom County for District 42. There is one, however, which refers to a city council woman who … more

The Editor: I would like to commend you (and your newspaper) for having the wisdom and courage for taking a position in your “Letters to the Editor” section of your paper to encourage … more

The Editor: As an impoverished border town with nothing to do or see, longtime Blaine residents have apparently adopted a losing mindset, one where they are resolved to that longstanding … more

The Editor: I love the sound of a train’s whistle, especially when the engineer gets the signal correct – two medium, one short and one long. There is just nothing like that sound in … more

The Editor: Do you love the beautiful Blaine environment as much as we do? But have you ever been walking along the beach, neighborhoods or parking lots and been a bit disappointed … more

The Editor: Summer is quickly drawing to a close and the 2015-16 school year is on the horizon. Even though school is still a few weeks away, the Blaine school district Family … more

The Editor: I would like to start by thanking the Blaine Police Department and the city of Blaine for installing the radar-controlled, speed-indicating traffic signs on D Street. They work. … more

The Editor: Why not help your town while you can? As a tourist-related business in the downtown core, I know in my heart that this will help our downtown and city … more

The Editor: The Birch Bay Library Capital Facilities Area (the method state law provides for funding a public library capital improvement project through property taxes) has been determined. We … more

The Editor: In response to Doug Ericksen’s invitation to small businessmen about improving opportunities, I wrote to his office: Please inform Doug that one reason small businesses are … more

The Editor: I cannot say thank you enough to all of the people who helped make this year’s Thanksgiving Day baskets a success. Between our donors, volunteers and this very … more

The Editor:  I am writing this letter with intention to let Birch Bay residents to know I am not the only one to be stunned by what’s going on out there where we live. Do you see all … more

The Editor: Thank you, Sally Howell, for speaking up about the garbage problem in our town. It’s not just the truck route but the problem is all over. One of the most influential … more

The Editor: Here we are, already into the month of August and the 2018 to 2019 school year is on the horizon. As in previous years, the Blaine School District Family Service Center … more

The Editor: March 17-19, 2023 marked the 20th annual Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival. Hundreds of people from the Puget Sound region, Lower Mainland B.C. as well as from around the … more

The Editor: This is for the car guy Doug Dahl. Recently, I purchased a 2019 Subaru. It is the first automatic transmission in my life (I’m 75). After three weeks, my right hand still … more