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Touchstone Behavioral Health champions integrated approach to care, adds primary provider

Touchstone Behavioral Health chief strategic officer Shelley Walker, l., clinical director Erica Creydt, c., and executive director Jesse Creydt. Photos by Stefanie Donahue By Stefanie Donahue In … more

Birch Bay’s annual Rollback Weekend, August 12-13

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Bellingham nonprofit to help students in Blaine

Linda Hochreiter, l., and Michelle Small, c., receiving the Bellingham School District 2017 Promise Community Partner Service Award. Photos courtesy of Michelle Small. By Stefanie Donahue Once a … more

Spell-challenged graffiti mars the spit

 Late last week, beach walkers came across spray-painted logs on Semiahmoo Spit. “I want you to know that you broke my heart. In one moment of selfishness, you ruined what took many decades, if … more

City approves recommendations to modify budget cycle, strategic plan

By Stefanie Donahue The city of Blaine is gearing up for one of its most crucial budgeting years to date. During a recent meeting, Blaine City Council unanimously … more

City grants one-year extension to Bridges Plat development

By Stefanie Donahue Permits for a 40-lot subdivision planned for east Blaine were set to expire this month, but during a regular meeting on August 14, Blaine City Council voted … more

In brief: Blaine City Council

Blaine City Councilmember Dennis Olason resigns Blaine City Councilmember Dennis Olason resigned from his position, effective immediately. According to city manager … more

Pets win big at Drayton Harbor Days

Drayton Harbor Days pet contest winner, Finnegan Robinson. Photos by Wayne Diaz Blaine’s annual maritime festival, Drayton Harbor Days, offered a variety of activities and prizes to visitors, even … more

Flaunt your furry friend at Walk ‘n Wag in the Park

Pets of all shapes and sizes are encouraged to participate in the upcoming Walk ‘n Wag in the Park, a 3K walk and run at the Birch Bay State Park BP Heron Center. The event takes place from 5 to 7 … more

Letters to the editor: August 10-16

The Editor: The Blaine Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the community and participants for another successful Drayton Harbor Days Maritime Festival. We are fortunate to have a … more

Trial date set for Blaine High School alumnus accused of rape

Blaine High School alumnus Shaquille Woods, 19, is facing second-degree rape charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a girl at her Birch Bay home in February 2016. According to … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: July 1-August 10

July 1, 1:52 a.m.: Civil problem cold call on Boblett Street. July 1, 7:41 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Chilliwack Road. July 1, 11:48 a.m.: Burglary on Birch Bay … more

A view of tall ship Lady Washington from above

An aerial view of tall ship Lady Washington submitted by The Northern Light reader, Mike Ross. more

Drayton Harbor Days rings in another year

Blaine’s Drayton Harbor Days maritime festival took place August 5-6 and entertained guests with games, activities and contests. The event kicked off with the 17th annual Run to … more

Atwood Ales announces plans for expansion

Monica and Josh Smith in front of their home grown hops. Photos by Stefanie Donahue. By Stefanie Donahue The 60 hop plants growing at Atwood Ales in Blaine are nearly ripe for picking and a small … more

Birch Bay’s annual Rollback Weekend returns August 12-13

By Stefanie Donahue Prep your poodle skirt and dust off your driving gloves – the third annual Birch Bay Rollback Weekend is just around the corner this Saturday and Sunday, August … more

Scenes from the Birch Bay Music Festival, August 4-6

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Local ukulele group strums classic tunes at the Blaine Senior Center

Members of the Blaine Ukulele Group play “Singing In The Rain” on July 11. From l.; Floyd Lewis, David Culver, Lynn Schuman, Barb Laliberte and Pat Madsen. Photos and story by Alyssa Evans The … more

Young at Heart

By Lorrie Conyac Have you heard the fable, “The Boy who Climbed the Mountain?” When I heard it, I didn’t envision a room full of older people listening raptly, but that’s … more

National Weather Service: Air quality to improve later this week

Haze in Washington’s skies caused by more than 150 wildfires in B.C. is expected to improve by Thursday afternoon, according to a National Weather Service forecast. Smoke will … more
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