Letters | The Northern Light

Letters to the Editor: August 29-September 4, 2019

The Editor: The Friends of the Blaine Library hosted an information table with free books and kids’ prizes at Drayton Harbor Days, which took place on August 3 and 4. Library hero … more

8/28/19 04:53 PM

Letter to the Editor: June 7-13

The Editor: This past Saturday, June 2, the Blaine Chamber of Commerce sponsored a “Ride to the Border.” This event shut down Peace Portal Drive from Martin Street to G Street to … more

6/6/18 06:27 PM

Letters to The Editor: February 16-22, 2023

The Editor: I really enjoyed Jonathan Hall’s article “Glacial ice sheet that covered Blaine leaves remnants” on the opinion page of the February 2 issue. I have always … more

2/15/23 05:29 PM

Letters to the editor, December 17- December 30

The Editor: A gentle reminder that before you start rumors, get your facts straight. Here are the facts: Tuesday, December 8 after the Blaine basketball game, a … more

12/16/15 05:47 PM

Letters to the editor: July 6-12

The Editor: As residents of the Semiahmoo spit, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Blaine City Council for passing the fireworks ban which went into effect for the … more

7/12/17 06:36 PM

Letters to the Editor: January 30-February 5, 2020

The Editor: Winston Churchill once remarked, “Democracy is the worst form of government – right after all the other forms of government.” At this moment in history, both … more

1/29/20 07:40 PM

Letters to the editor, July 21-28

The Editor: Can you believe it’s mid-July and the 2016-2017 school year is on the horizon? Keep your eyes out for some deals, as stores are starting to have their school supply … more

7/21/16 01:55 PM

Letters to the Editor: September 6-12

The Editor: Senator Ericksen’s latest PR piece is titled “Senator Doug Ericksen’s environmental successes you may have missed in your local media.” This may be because they … more

9/5/18 05:54 PM

Letters to The Editor: May 16-22, 2024

The Editor: I am writing again to commend you for your excellent coverage, this time the finessed departure of Jon Hutchings, the former Whatcom County public works director. All I know about … more

5/15/24 02:55 PM

Letters to the editor: September 28-October 4

The Editor: This is the third year my daughter has participated in a sport program through the Boys and Girls Club. I am so thankful the Boys and Girls Club through Ferndale offers … more

10/4/17 06:19 PM

Letters to the Editor: February 28-March 6

The Editor: TouchStone Health Clinic’s staff and providers would like to thank the communities of Blaine and Birch Bay for the recognition of the 2018 Business of the Year … more

2/27/19 05:48 PM

Letters to the Editor: April 2-8, 2020

The Editor: I would like to urge my fellow readers of The Northern Light to answer the recent call for help from the newspaper’s management by contributing $24 for the continued local … more

4/1/20 06:58 PM

Letters to the Editor, May 6-12, 2021

The Editor: Washington state needs universal medical care. We must build a financial resource system to support care for all. Our insurance and tax structures are archaic and unfair. Right now … more

5/5/21 06:49 PM

Letters to the Editor: November 27 - December 3, 2014

The Editor: This is in response to Donna Starr’s letter in last week’s issue of The Northern Light. I totally agree with her opinion, but there is an error in the medical facts. … more

11/25/14 05:40 PM

Letters to the editor, March 3- March 11

The Editor: On March 22, a group of us will participate in the 29th annual Big Climb in Seattle. This event raises money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and I will be climbing … more

3/4/15 07:20 PM

Letters to the Editor: June 10-16, 2021

The Editor: Puget Sound Energy (PSE) raises our rates every year. The company is asking for the Utilities and Transportation Commission’s (UTC) approval again. The problem is UTC turns a … more

6/9/21 06:42 PM

Letters to the editor, April 7 - April 13

The Editor: I was so sorry to learn that Brenda Gelwicks will no longer be leading Zumba through the Birch Bay park and rec program starting April 1. I am a senior gal that has never … more

4/6/16 05:39 PM

Letters to the editor: January 19-25

The Editor: I am writing today in regards to our elected state House Representative Vincent Buys. I am a republican, like most folks around here, but our representative in Olympia … more

1/25/17 07:23 PM

Letters to the Editor: March 22-28

The Editor: I would like to thank each and every one of you that helped my brother Jason, his girlfriend Hope, and their four children after they lost their home and everything … more

3/21/18 06:39 PM

Letters to The Editor: January 13-19, 2022

The Editor: I have two responses to share; first, I so agree with the remarks shared by Susan Werner in the December 30 issue regarding the contrasted reporting about Doug Ericksen and Sharon … more

1/12/22 06:44 PM