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Car care tips from the pros for winter driving

It’s foolhardy to head out in a poorly maintained vehicle in the dead of winter, of course, but even vehicle owners in temperate zones need a car care check as the days grow … more

Blaine businesses gets spooky for scarecrow contest

Businesses around Blaine created scarecrow displays for the Blaine Chamber of Commerce’s 2017 scarecrow contest. See pictures of all the displays and vote for your favorite display at … more

Upcoming meeting to focus on a new Birch Bay trail

By Stefanie Donahue A plan to forge a 3-mile walking trail through Birch Bay’s Bay Crest neighborhood will be the focus of an upcoming community meeting at the … more

Q&A with Whatcom County Council candidates

County Council At-Large Position A, 4-Year Term Barry Buchanan Q: What inspired you to run? A: I was inspired to run for county council back in 2013 … more

Get to know the candidates for Port of Bellingham district 1 and 2 commissioner positions

Port of Bellingham Commissioner District 1, 4-year term Dan Robbins Q: What inspired you to run again?  A: I see the role of a … more

Get to know the fire commissioner candidates

Fire Protection District 21, commissioner position 4 Rich Bosman Q: What inspired you to run again? A: The board of commissioners is in the process … more

Get to know the Blaine School Board candidates

Blaine School Board, director position 5 Mike Dodd Q: What inspired you to run for school board again? A: When I first ran for school … more

Parks levy needs supermajority to pass

Come November 7, voters in Blaine and Birch Bay will vote on the renewal of the levy that funds Blaine-Birch Bay Parks and Recreation District 2 (BBBPRD) staffing, operations, maintenance and capital … more

For and against arguments for the county jail tax

This November, Whatcom County voters will determine the fate of proposition 2017-6, which would authorize a sales and use tax of 0.2 percent for the construction, maintenance and operation of a new … more

Ballots are on the way to registered voters

The Whatcom County auditor’s office sent ballots to registered voters on Wednesday, October 18, according to a press release from the auditor’s office. Voters should also receive … more

In other Borderite sports, 10/18

Football Blaine varsity football came up just short of upsetting undefeated Lakewood on Friday, October 13. The Borderites had a chance to score a winning touchdown from the … more

Birch Bay State Park visitors give new playground a whirl

Last month, Birch Bay State Park got a new playground. On October 7, Friends of Birch Bay State Park hosted a grand opening and more than 50 people stopped by to celebrate, said … more

Get to know who’s running for Blaine City Council

With November 7 just days away, The Northern Light reached out to candidates running for a seat on the Blaine City Council. Positions serving Ward 2, 3 and at-large are contested. Incumbent Bonnie … more

Electronic sign proposed for senior center

Blaine City Council listens to a staff presentation during a regular meeting on October 9. From l., Meg Olson, Bonnie Onyon, Harry Robinson, Mary Lou Steward and Paul Greenough. Not pictured: Charlie … more

Lynden football team beats Blaine 35-12

Blaine running back Julian Gonzalez dives for a few extra yards against Lynden on Friday, October 6. Lynden (3–3) beat Blaine 35–12. Blaine’s next game is 7 p.m. on Friday, … more

Alzheimer’s care the focus of upcoming town hall in Bellingham

The Alzheimer’s Association will host a town hall in Bellingham this November to educate the public about a state-led plan to address and prepare Washingtonians for the impacts of dementia-related … more

Cross country teams preparing for postseason

Liam Lyons, Blaine’s top boys finisher at the Hole in the Wall Invitational at Lakewood, finished the 5K in 18 minutes and 42 seconds. Photo by Oliver Lazenby. By Oliver Lazenby With just two … more

Young at Heart

By Lorrie Conyac and Kathy Sitker The Blaine Senior Center serves more than 650 members with meals, classes, speakers, exercise programs, entertainment and a host of other … more

Get to know general election candidates at upcoming forums

By Stefanie Donahue Just days remain before general election ballots arrive in mailboxes across the county. Two forums will answer voters lingering questions including one in Birch … more

City grants project extension

A project that could create approximately 500,000 square feet of industrial, manufacturing and office space received its second one-year extension from Blaine City Council. The … more
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