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s Protesters line the streets outside the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds to protest Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s speech on May 7. The Trump rally drew thousands of supporters and protesters to Lynden. See more photos from the rally online at thenorthernlight.com.
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Trump rally draws thousands to Lynden By Steve Guntli The town of Lynden was bustling last weekend after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made a stop at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds on May 7. Trump’s visit marked the first time a presidential candidate has visited Whatcom County since 2000, when Democratic candidate Bill Bradley made a campaign stop. Trump’s visit came as something of a surprise to the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Department, which only received two days’ notice. Typi-
cally, candidates let local law enforcement know about a visit at least two weeks in advance, to allow enough time to arrange security for the event. Trump made campaign stops in Lynden and Spokane on Saturday to drum up support in advance of the Washington Republican primary on May 24. The businessman and former reality TV star is the presumptive nominee for the Republican party after his last two challengers, Senator Ted Cruz and Governor John Kasich, dropped out of the race last week, but he has not yet secured the 1,247 delegates required for a nomination.
Driver found not guilty in deaths of two teens By Steve Guntli A Bellingham man standing trial for the deaths of two Ferndale teens was found not guilty in Whatcom County Superior Court on May 4. William Jeffrey Klein, 35, had been charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and two counts of vehicular assault after he drove his Toyota 4Runner
into a class of Windward High School students walking on the sidewalk. Two teens, Shane Ormiston, 18, and Gabriel Anderson, 15, were killed in the accident, and two others were seriously injured. Klein and his 3-year-old son, who was a passenger, were unharmed. Troopers at the scene asked Klein if he had used drugs, who replied he used cannabis frequently. A blood test showed he
did not have any drugs or alcohol in his system at the time of the accident. During his interview, Klein told troopers he had fallen asleep at the wheel. Michael Brodsky, Klein’s defense attorney, presented expert testimony to the effect that his client had an undiagnosed sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea that had been preventing him from (See Verdict, page 3)
Trump has drawn ire from both Democrats and Republicans for his off-the-cuff style of speaking and unprecedented policy positions, most famously his proposals to deport more than 11 million undocumented illegal immigrants and bar Muslims from entering the country. He’s also drawn a large number of fervent supporters, many of whom lined up outside the fairgrounds in Lynden hours before he was due to speak. Trump had received a frosty reception from officials and residents when his team (See Trump, page 2)
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The future of the Gateway Pacific Terminal (GPT) is in question after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) rejected a permit for the project on May 9. USACE rejected the permit on the grounds that the Cherry Point coal terminal would infringe on federally protected Lummi fishing grounds. The Lummi tribe launched a complaint with USACE in an effort to block the project in January 2015. Lummi Nation president Tim Ballew announced the USACE decision before the Lummi Indian Tribal Council, where the news was met with cheers and celebration. The decision is a victory for the Lummi and other opponents to the controversial development. Opponents have claimed the increase in train traffic and environmental impact would far outweigh the financial benefits. An independent environmental impact study had been underway for several years. A first draft had been scheduled for October, but SSA Marine, majority shareholders in the GPT project, suspended the study early in April until USACE announced its decision. The Lummi launched their complaint on the grounds that the GPT would infringe on their usual and accustomed fishing areas, which are protected under the Point Elliott Treaty of 1855. At this time, it is unclear if SSA Marine has a path forward. The Bellingham company owns 51 percent of the proposed $700 million coal terminal, which would be used to export up to 48 million tons of coal and goods to Asia annually. In a press release, Bob Watters, president of Pacific International Terminals, a joint venture between SSA and Cloud Peak Energy that sponsored the terminal, expressed shock at the decision.
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tried to organize a rally in King County. Seattle protest groups effectively blocked the speaking engagement, forcing the Trump campaign to set up rallies in Spokane and Lynden instead. Governor Jay Inslee publicly denounced Trump in a press conference on May 6. Inslee, who was joined by Democratic legislative representatives and leaders from the Latino and Muslim communities of Seattle, accused Trump of fear mongering and encouraging racial hatred. “Donald Trump is running a dangerous campaign,” Inslee said. “He’s putting forth dangerous policy proposals, and his dangerous rhetoric is actively harming families today in the state of Washington. Your hate is not welcome in our state.” District 42 state senator Doug Ericksen worked with the Trump campaign to organize the event on a local level. “We’re going to work with local law enforcement to create a secure environment that will allow people who want to protest peacefully have their say, but also make sure that we’re taking care of the security of people who want to hear Trump speak,” Ericksen said in an interview with KING 5.
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holding signs and chanting slogans like “Love Trumps Hate,” but no incidents of physical violence were reported. Three people were arrested for attempting to block Trump’s route along the Guide Meridian. A group of protesters turned themselves into a human barricade across the busy street near Lynden in the hopes of preventing Trump from speaking. Police and sheriff’s deputies broke up the barricade, and Trump’s motorcade got him to Lynden via an alternate route.
Trump’s rhetoric remained much the same as it has at other campaign stops. He repeatedly promised that America was going to start “winning” again, promised to build a massive wall between the U.S. and Mexico and vowed to defeat Hillary Clinton in November. Trump’s rallies have been the scene of occasional violence, but the Lynden rally was peaceful. The rally did attract its fair share of protesters, many of whom lined Front Street opposite supporters. Protesters and supporters traded slurs and insults, with detractors
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getting a good night’s sleep. Klein’s coworkers from Trader Joe’s in Bellingham took the stand and testified that Klein had been looking run down in the hours before the crash.
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“It’s an inconceivable decision,” Watters said. “Looking at the set of facts in the administrative summary, it’s quite obvious this is a political decision and not fact based.” Watters said the Washington
In addition to the coworkers, Brodsky and prosecutor Dave McEachran interviewed state troopers, two experts in sleep disorders and the surviving students who were struck by Klein’s car. McEachran claimed Klein drove with disregard for the safety of others, and thus his case
qualified under the state’s vehicular homicide laws. However, the jury decided Klein was not guilty of all charges. McEachran said the case would not be appealed. Both families of the teens who were killed have filed wrongful death suits against Klein, both of which are pending.
State Department of Fish and Wildlife conducted aerial observations between 2002 and 2014 and only spotted four fishing boats within a half-mile of the pier and 11 fishing boats within 1.5 miles of the proposed location, adding the terminal would impact less than 1 percent of tribal fishing grounds. “We are disappointed that the
GPT has become a political target rather than being addressed on the facts,” Watters said. “The terminal promises to deliver substantial benefits through economic development, the creation of family wage jobs, and the generation of significant taxes.” Watters said the company is considering “all action alternatives” moving forward.
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The Editor: It’s truly disturbing that the Army Corps took the unprecedented step today to deny the permit for the Gateway Pacific Terminal project even before releasing the draft Environmental Impact Statement. The entire point of the environmental review process is to identify potential problems with a project and to give the community an opportunity to discuss the appropriate path forward. To deny this permit without any in-
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rector for the Orca Network, are sponsoring the event. A full slate of local musicians will perform throughout the event, including the Whisky Minstrels, Testify, Greg Pitch Band, Patsy Thompson, Peter Ali and Blaine and Birch Bay favorites The Replayzmentz and Lord Knapp. Scheduled speakers include Howard Garrett from the Orca Network; Ken Balcomb and Giles Zissou from the Center for Whale Research; Victoria Souze of the Whatcom Marine Mam-
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Organizers of an upcoming Coast Salish Days in Birch Bay will be holding a fundraiser in support of the event. The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 14 at the Te’Ti’Sen Center on exit 260 off I-5. It will include a meal and a silent auction, with several items from tribal artists and carvers for sale. Event organizers are hoping to raise $10,000 to help fund Coast Salish Days. Coast Salish Days will be held in Birch Bay on June 25– 26. The festival is intended to build community ties between the Coast Salish tribes and the mainland residents. Lummi filmmaker Freddie Lane is helping spearhead the event, alongside Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce president Randy Parten and Lummi Youth Academy head Darrell Hillaire. Coast Salish Days began in July 2007 in Bellingham’s Bou-
levard Park. It was a small event then, with a few arts and crafts and vendor booths and a small ceremony to commemorate a canoe landing. Lane said the event hasn’t been held consistently, due to the conflicting schedules of the organizers, but with the help of the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, this year the event will be bigger than ever. Lane said he envisions the event as a fun opportunity to bring communities together. “Birch Bay is one of the largest ancient sites for our tribe, and it’s always been very important to us,” he said. The event kicks off on Saturday, June 25 with a parade, sand sculpture competition, volleyball tournament and tug-of-war matches on the beach. In the evening, when the tide comes in, the canoe families of the Coast Salish Tribes will paddle up to the shore, and will be welcomed with a free dinner,
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the team’s May 10 loss to Cedarcrest, a team that’s strong offensively. Though Cedarcrest scored four runs in the first four innings, they left runners on base for three of those innings. Blaine’s defense didn’t bend under pressure and ended the first inning with a double play and starting pitcher Jon Gunderson threw several strikeouts with runners in scoring position. Freshman Cruz Rodriguez drove in Blaine’s only run with a double to left field in the fifth inning. The Borderites will play Anacortes at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 16, at Daniels Field in Anacortes. If they win that game they will play again later that day in a contest for third place in the district tournament. The winner of the third place game qualifies for the state tournament.
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By Oliver Lazenby The Borderites varsity softball team lost its final home game to Sehome, the league leading team with a 16–2 record, on Thursday, May 5, and then split a doubleheader against Meridian the following day. Sehome’s defense kept Blaine from scoring for four innings, and Blaine went up to bat in the fifth inning trailing 6–0. The Borderites tied the game with RBIs by Taylor Miller, Daphne Pugh, Tessa Kelly and Brittaney Carrington.
Sehome hitters answered in the following inning with a couple of base hits and a home run. Sehome had another big inning in the seventh inning. Despite getting runners on base in the sixth and seventh innings, Blaine failed to score any more runs and the game ended 14–6. Senior third baseman Riley Miller was a bright spot for Blaine’s defense, making a couple inning-ending double plays. In the second inning she tagged out a Sehome runner in a pickle between third base and home,
and seconds later tagged out the other Sehome runner who was sliding into third. Then in the fourth inning, Miller snagged a line drive in the infield for an out, and threw out the runner, who had taken off for second base. Miller also drew loud cheers diving for a ground ball in the sixth inning and nailing a fast throw across the diamond that beat the runner to first base. The Borderites had a 7–12 record going into its final game on Wednesday, May 11 at Ferndale.
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Softball: 7–12 (4–7 NWC) May 5: Blaine lost to Sehome 14–6 at home. May 6: Blaine beat Meridian 16–6 away.
Baseball: 13–9 (7–5 NWC) May 7: Blaine beat Burlington-Edison 2–1 in a 2A District Tournament game at Anacortes. May 10: Blaine lost 4–1 to Cedarcrest in a 2A District Tourna-
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Local author recounts talks with Hollywood stars By Jack Kintner Blaine author Ron Miller’s latest book, “Conversations with Classic Movie Stars,” has just hit the shelves and is already his publisher’s best-selling volume. It’s easy to see why. “It’s about the process of what these famous people did for a living,” Miller said, adding that it’s a look below the surface “of what’s generally known about people we’ve all seen and know.” Miller co-authored the book with a colleague, former entertainment writer James Bawden of the Toronto Star. Miller, 77, was a nationally syndicated television critic for 22 years, from 1977 to 1999, shortly before moving to Semiahmoo in 2001 with his wife Darla. As such, it’s hard to come up with a Hollywood name he hasn’t met or known personally. His interviews include material from actors who rarely granted them, such as Kirk Douglas, Glenn Ford, Maureen O’Hara and Luise Rainer, the first actress to win back-to-back Oscars in 1936 and 1937. Miller likes to relay the story of Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. “Gene Autry was a blues singer,” he said, “and a Western Union operator before he was discovered by Will Rogers and turned into a singing cowboy.” The movie studio hired another cowboy singer, a man from Ohio named Leonard Slye, who would be able to take Autry’s place should future contract negotiations turn sour. “When Autry went into the service, Leonard Sly became Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys.” Later the studio offered Rogers the chance to have a stunt double do his riding for him as they had for Autry. “No dice,” said Rogers, who made more money from personal appearances than from his films, and realized that if people came out to see him, they’d want to see him mounted, rearing high in the air on Trigger. He did all his own riding. Miller defines the classic era as the 25-year period beginning in 1930 with “talkies,” movies with soundtracks, and ending in 1955 with the decline of the studio system, when anti-trust laws required movie studios to divest themselves of their local theaters. “Cary Grant was nothing like his suave public persona,” Miller said. “He used to say that he was playing a role all the time, that of being Cary Grant.” He was originally Archie Leach, a kind of rough-cut Englishman. Originally hired in Hollywood by Mae West, he “used to talk about how short she was, kind of fat and a bit of a slob.” Miller and Bawden’s book is the first of a planned five-volume series. The next one, yet to be named, deals in part with people who starred in horror films, including Lon Chaney, Anthony Perkins, Vincent Price, Boris Karloff and John Carradine. A Santa Cruz, California native, Miller worked for the San Jose Mercury for 37 years. “They at one point gave me a choice to cover movies or TV,” he said, “and I chose TV, because it ends up being a much broader subject. And all the old films end up there,
anyway.” Knight-Ridder, the chain which owned the paper, syndicated Miller’s TV column to over 140 newspapers around the country. He once interviewed Charlton Heston at his house, located high up at the head of Coldwater Canyon in Los Angeles. Miller said “there was a telescope on his deck aimed at one of the houses below, at someone’s swimming pool. I later interviewed Angie Dickinson and looked up at Heston’s house, and that’s where the telescope was aimed. I told her about it, and she shook her head, mumbling something about ‘that old reprobate.’” The books Bawden and Miller will produce are intended to be an oral record of an important period of American cultural history. “We’ve saved all our interviews, in many cases the original tapes. The material is irreplaceable, but it also
will now be widely available,” Miller said. Miller will present material from the book at two upcoming public events. On Saturday, May 21 at 1 p.m. at the Library Presentation Room at Western Washington University, Miller will present a two-hour lecture illustrated with numerous film clips as a part of the university’s Academy of Lifelong Learning. Registration deadline is May 14 but there may be non-member space available after the deadline. Cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Visit wwu.edu/all for more info. On Thursday, May 26 at 7 p.m., Miller will read from his book and discuss it at Village Books, 1200 11th street, Bellingham. “Conversations with Classic Film Stars” is available in hard cover and as a Kindle e-book.
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7360 Birch Bay Dr • $510,000 8026 Birch Bay Dr #256 • $219,000 4803 Evergreen Ln • $189,900 7650 Birch Bay Dr O6 • $169,900
7584 Birch Bay Dr #4 • $225,000
Gerry Allen 360-920-0563
Paul Holtzheimer 360-303-4444 Randy Weg 360-305-5704 Brian Southwick 360-815-6638 Brian Southwick 360-815-6638 Billy Brown 360-220-7175 Ingrid Andaluz 360-961-0488 Cole Markusen 360-389-3696
9505 Semiahmoo Pkwy C8A • $399,000
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9525 Semiahmoo Pkwy A103 • $486,000
9126 Mallard Rd • $995,000
View Property & waterfront on Terrell creek: Seaside Cottage named Starfish! Well kept in heart of Birch Bay. 2-BR, 1-BA w/ extra loft area, front & back Trex decks.
7680 Birch Bay Dr • $309,000 9505 Semiahmoo Pkwy C7A • $428,000 8616 Great Horned Owl Ln • $819,000
Birch Bay view unobstructed from living room, kitchen and master bedroom. Gas fireplace, all appliances included, 2 decks, storage. Laundry room in unit.
OPEN SUN 11-1
Salt water, sea breezes & sun highlight Bay Rim in Birch Bay. One of the largest privately owned waterfront & beach sq. ft. pieces in Birch Bay. Oak #6 is remodeled.
OPEN SAT 1-3
Stunning view home overlooking Birch Bay & State Park, backs to Terrell Creek making this a nature lovers retreat. Enjoy beach combing, crabbing, kayaking.
OPEN SUN 2-4
CHARMING Birch Bay getaway only 1/2 block from the beach! Opportunity to own a beach cabin on Evergreen Lane. 2-BR, 1-BA, kitchen w/ island, laminate flooring.
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5883 Nomar Pl • $625,000
Located in heart of Birch Bay across the street from Birch Bay’s sandy beaches. Water views, sunsets, home was recently remodeled. New roof, foundation, kitchen.
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9160 Aerie Ln • $998,000
Semiahmoo Shore. Incomparable Waterfront Living. Vaulted great room w/Gourmet kitchen & large Island. Scandinavian Wide Plank Oak flooring; Luxurious Owners Suite w/panoramic marine Vistas.
Semiahmoo Shore. Welcome to the Inland Pacific’s Crown Jewel, extraordinary architecture merges w/ natural qualities that define “Great Northwest”. Top designers & craftsmen teamed up to create.
Mike Kent 360-527-8901 Lisa Sprague 360-961-0838
Mike Kent 360-527-8901 Lisa Sprague 360-961-0838
Beach front living at its best. Unspoiled waterfront & amazing sunset views--Twinkling lights of White Rock, Canadian Coastal range, & just steps from the water’s edge at this beach cottage.
Nearly complete! Brand New Construction:Fabulous saltwaterfront w/panoramic views of Drayton Harbor, Blaine, White Rock, snowy Canadian Mtns, Semiahmoo, Salish Sea. 3-BR, 3-BA.
Is it possible to sell VIEW & Value? Absolutely! Commanding sunset views over Semiahmoo Bay serve as backyard of home on private drive. Great room, spacious kitchen, big windows.
Live on one glorious waterfront level! Master suite, living, dining, kitchen-all enjoy stellar saltwater, city & mountain vistas: Semiahmoo, White Rock, Blaine, 2 marinas, Mt. Baker! 2 ovens, wetbar.
Cole Markusen 360-389-3696
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718
Linda Kiens 360-815-6640
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718
Linda Kiens 360-815-6640
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- kind waterfront estate w/ 263’ private beachfront, over 500’ of tidelands & stunning westerly views. Info/Virtual Tour: DraytonWaterfront.com.
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Brenda Mills 360-319-0072
nity! Develop or short plat or create your own estate. 21+ acres w/ water, sewer & storm sewer available. This is the new Hub of Birch Bay. Access off of Birch Bay Lynden Road & Blaine Road.
paradise by the blue green sea! Well maintained, this lovely one story retreat is custom crafted w/immense attention to detail. Perfectly sited on 80 ft of prime SW facing waterfront. Views!
ing ceilings, open, spaces. Slate entry, organic Brazilian cherry flooring. Open kitchen enjoys abundant maple cabs, granite, stainless, walk-in pantry. Opulent master suite features large bath.
Ingrid Andaluz 360-961-0488
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30’ Lake front. • Mt. Baker views.
$159,950
SALT WATER VIEWS Jacob’s Landing Condo. Birch Bay Drive #504. 2-BR, 1.5-BA, 2 decks, water views, furnished. Investor ready, rented 6 mo’s.
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being offered is two tax ID numbers & two separate legal descriptions. 4001290375130000 is 3.41 acres & 4001290324820000 is 4.85+/- acres. These are being sold as a package.
& 2.5-BA. Entertain in your new home w/ friends, Large entertainment room, private fully fenced back yard. Home sits on corner lot w/ open Homeowners Association field behind your home.
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4440 Birch Bay Lynden Rd 4475 Birch Bay Lynden Rd 4883 Starfish Ln • $309,950 5745 Nakat Wy • $749,000 4420 Castlerock Dr • $392,000 $249,000 GREAT opportu- $568,000 The property Wonderful location! 4-BR Caribbean Blue! Welcome to One story, 3-BR, 2-BA. Soar-
Great building homesite at St. Andrews Green IV-B at the Resort Semiahmoo. Lovely views of the 2nd fairway of the Arnold Palmer designed Semiahmoo golf course & potential filtered waterview of Drayton Harbor.
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Semiahmoo’s most sought fairway neighborhood, Royal Troon. Built by Lindbloom, home showcases his traditional features & custom design. Floor-ceiling windows.
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Beach front living at its best. Unspoiled waterfront & amazing sunset views--Twinkling lights of White Rock, Canadian Coastal range, & just steps from the water’s edge at this beach cottage.
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Beach vacation every day! 3-BR fully furn. waterfront condo at Beachwalker is move-in ready. Sweeping waterviews & stunning sunsets. 2 hr. drive to Seattle.
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5550 Peregrine Way By Lou Nicksic. Surrounded by beautiful natural landscape, with gourmet kitchen, with new Bosch appls. Hand crafted terra cotta, custom cabs, granite counters., hardwood floors. Gorgeous living room, cathedral ceilings, skylights, exposed beam, panoramic windows and wood fireplaces. Master bedroom with private deck, designer master spa bathroom with walk-in double shower. MLS #925206
James Lohse
360-303-2454 Owner/Agent Birch Bay Village Realty
585 Boblett St. $275,000
Wonderful Victorian Charmer
Lovingly cared for home on incredible lot, with a delightful garden! Has cherry, fig and plum trees, and the boxed garden space is all organic. Nice front porch for relaxing, double garage and room to park your RV! MLS #933527
Marlene Nash
Cross Border Real Estate
360-941-0924 604-763-3713
2 HOMES ON 5 PARKLIKE ACRES 3750 H Street Road Blaine • $699,900 Park-like estate with 2 beautifully appointed & spacious homes under one roof. Both feature gorgeous wood floors, spacious living areas, loads of sunlight. Main home boasts master with ensuite & update kitchen. Peace & quiet abounds on this 5 Acre property ~ pond, hot tub, gazebo, 2 outbuildings & endless woods to discover. Only mins from I-5, yet entirely secluded, you’ll never want to leave.
Danielle Groeneweg 360-483-6490
Spectacular panoramic water view property!
7403 Jackson Road
$239,000
Rare opportunity to buy and build on your dream water view lot overlooking Birch Bay. Enjoy the sunsets & island views. Short walk to the beach. Water, sewer, gas, power available in street makes for an easy build. MLS #939304
Gerry Allen 360-920-0563
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Whatcom County sheriff’s reports, May 2 - May 8 May 2, 4:43 a.m.: Alarm audible on Legion Drive. May 2, 6:21 a.m.: Alarm audible on Legion Drive. May 2, 8:42 a.m.: Security check in progress on California Trail. May 2, 11:08 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Shady Lane. May 2, 12:13 p.m.: Assist citizen on Park Lane. May 2, 12:36 p.m.: Vandalism cold call on Beach Way Drive. May 2, 12:42 p.m.: Trespass in progress on Harborview Road. May 2, 12:50 p.m.: Alarm audible on Custer School Road. May 2, 3:49 p.m.: Lewd conduct cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. May 2, 5:43 p.m.: Serve warrant in progress. May 2, 8:29 p.m.: Refer to other agency on Halibut Drive. May 2, 11:17 p.m.: Traffic hazard in progress, Delta Line Road. May 3,9:41 p.m.: Impound in progress on Loomis Trail Road. May 4, 12:29 a.m.: Vehicle blocking route on Birch Point Road May 4, 11:37 a.m.: Shots in progress on Pipeline Road May 4, 12:50 p.m.: Drugs cold call on Hillvue Road. May 4, 4:06 p.m.: Theft cold call. Jordan Ray Cernich arrested for third degree theft and first degree trafficking. May 4, 4:32 p.m.: Juvenile problem on Sole Drive. May 4, 4:54 p.m.: Landlord-tenant dispute on Birch Bay Drive. May 4, 6:21 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Koehn Road. May 4, 9:11 p.m.: Civil problem cold call on Birch Bay Drive. May 4, 10:22 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Drayton Harbor Road. May 5, 4:47 a.m.: Suspicious person on Birch Bay Drive. May 5, 5: 16 a.m.: Watch for in progress on Seafair Court. May 5, 8:57 a.m.: Juvenile problem
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May 6, 8:17 p.m.: Barking dog on Alder Street. May 7, 9:38 a.m.: Mental cold call on Blaine Road. May 7, 10:44 a.m.: Assist citizen in progress. May 7, 5:43 p.m.: Refer to Washington State Patrol on Blaine Road. May 7, 6:29 p.m.: Civil problem cold call on Birch Bay Drive. May 7, 9:06 p.m.: Music complaint on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. May 8, 10:46 a.m.: Assist agency on Custer Road. May 8, 11:31 a.m.: Watch for in progress on Blaine Road. May 8, 3:08 p.m.: Serve warrant on Birch Bay Drive. May 8, 5:05 p.m.: Welfare check on Fortune Lane. May 8, 10:10 p.m.: Suspicious person on Harborview Road. May 8, 11:36 p.m.: Extra patrol on Harborview Road.
in progress on Oyster Drive. May 5, 8:59 a.m.: Traffic hazard in progress on Kickerville Road. May 5, 10:40 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. May 5, 2:24 p.m.: Impound on Seawan Place. May 5, 4:38 p.m.: Assist agency in progress in Blaine. May 5, 4:40 p.m.: Welfare check in progress on Birch Bay Drive. May 5, 5:59 p.m.: Theft cold call on California Trail. May 5, 6:42 p.m.: Neighborhood dispute on Harborview Drive. May 6, 12:05 a.m.: Juvenile problem on Gemini Street. May 6, 1:10 a.m.: Suspicious person on Harborview Road. May 6, 4:58 p.m.: Mental in progress on Sunburst Drive. May 6, 5:22 p.m.: Welfare check in progress on Birch Bay Drive. May 6, 5:28 p.m.: Custodial interference cold call on Highland Drive.
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1927 - 2016 Alan was born March 13, 1927 on Lummi Island to Henry Wadsworth and Alice Dunn, was raised on the Island by his father and Clara Dunn, and married Phyllis Harrison of Goshen on May 1, 1953. He passed away peacefully on May 3. He was a fisherman, mill worker, logger and free spirit. Alan was drafted in 1951 and served in the Korean War as an Army Staff SGT. For a Lummi Island boy, traveling to Japan and Korea was his one great adventure. When Intalco was built in Ferndale, he worked as a mechanic until retiring after 20 years. Pop was a character, not easily forgotten when met. He was the guy who stopped by the side of road to help someone in distress. His wife was a saint, he was a trial to his children and a best friend to his grandchildren. His great-grandchildren made him glow. He would do almost anything for almost anyone and lived to both aggravate and charm people. He had the sweetest smile. Alan was a member of the American Legion, VFW and the Masons...except when he was not. He always had to have a “project”, which was usually a derelict boat. He owned more boats in his lifetime than the years it was comprised of. His children would share the adventure of determining the seaworthiness of each. Against all odds, none were lost at sea. Alan was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis, his parents, and brothers David and Roderick. He is survived by his children, Nancy (Bill) Reilly, Kathi (Chris) Howell, Liz (Dave) Walser and David Dunn; grandchildren, Justin (Megan) Reilly, Jared Reilly, Amy (Nate) Ashby, Sara (Chad) Williams, Ashley and Taylor Walser, and Jacob, Wyatt and Clayton Dunn; great-grandchildren, Ella Reilly, Gracelyn, Hannah and soon-to-be Charlotte Williams and Kailyn and Lily Ashby. He is also survived by his sisters-in law, Rita Dunn and Joan Glendenning, nieces, nephews, his good friend, John Curry, and his lovely ladies at Staffolt. An open house reception will be held on Sunday, May 15 from 1-4 at the Semiahmoo Park Cannery Lodge at 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway. Visit www.molesfarewelltributes.com to leave condolences. There will never be another Alan. A chapter closes in our lives and we are left with lessons taught and adventures remembered. We’ll miss you, Pop.
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June 13, 1930 - April 29, 2016 Betty Jo Kenison, 85, passed away April 29, 2016, peacefully in her sleep after a courageous battle with cancer, never having lost her sense of humor and positive attitude. Betty was born June 13, 1930 in Woodward, OK to Bentley and Oleata (Rittershouse) Clark. When she was 4, her family migrated to Twisp, Washington, then to Carlton, acquiring an orchard. She attended Twisp High School and met the love of her life, Roger H. Kenison, from a rival school, Winthrop High School. They both attended the UW and were married in 1949. They lived happily in Seattle where they raised their four children. Betty lived the last 14 years in beautiful Birch Bay. “Grandma,” as her family affectionately knew her, will be missed by her four children, Michael (Gayle) Kenison, Sally (Jesus) Condes, Lisa Pinkerton and Dana (Gary) Swearinger; her thirteen grandchildren, Jason, Briawna, Jesse, Desha, Katie, Jeff, Brian, David, Blake, Chelsea, Garrett, Tina and Taylor; her nine great-grandchildren, Jordan, Molly, Ryan, Cash, Josephine, Haven, Sophie, Shannon and Teagan; her brother Ned (Lois) Clark; and many others that came to know and love her over the years. Betty’s family will always remember her as a strong, selfless, woman whose sense of humor could always bring joy to those around her. Grandma was deeply loyal to her family and always there if you needed her. We will miss her greatly but find comfort in knowing that she’s reunited with Roger, once again. At Betty’s request, there will be no services. You may share memories with the family at www.westfordfuneralhome.com.
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Police Reports May 4, 11:30 a.m.: The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance from Blaine Police with an individual on Pipeline Road discharging a shotgun into trees. Officers and a sheriff’s deputy arrived and contacted the Blaine resident and learned he had been spraying his trees for tent caterpillars. When the man was unable to reach the top branches with his sprayer he decided to eradicate the Lepidoptera with No. 2 buckshot. Although it was a blast, the sheriff’s deputy addressed the man’s unconventional method of pest control. May 5, 3:31 a.m.: An Officer was dispatched to an alarm at a closed business. The officer arrived and found the business secure. The officer learned an employee had failed to properly reset the alarm upon returning after closing to retrieve his forgotten cell phone. May 5, 5:00 p.m.: Police responded to a report of an elderly man who was down near the area of the boat launch. Officers arrived and found the man had fallen about six feet from his sailboat and hit his head. The man was transported to St. Joseph’s ER for evaluation. May 5, 9:55 p.m.: Officers responded to a report of an intoxicated man who was wandering from one gas station to the next
and walking in the roadway. Officers contacted the out-of-town gentleman, who said he was walking back to his motel room after consuming a large amount of alcohol and decided to seek out a snack. The man was delivered to his motel room, where he could safely satiate his appetite. May 6, 5:15 p.m.: Blaine Police were dispatched to assist the WCSO with a call of a woman smashing a car’s windshield and threatening people with an axe. Officers arrived and assisted the sheriff’s deputies in apprehending the female suspect. She was taken by deputies to the ER for a mental health evaluation. May 6, 7:40 p.m.: A woman called police for assistance with two birds who were in peril at Marine Park. The duo had gotten stuck near the base of the totem pole. The officer was able to free one of the birds, but sadly the second had not survived the unfortunate incident. May 6, 7:52 p.m.: Police were dispatched to a report of a man yelling at and berating people inside a store. Officers and Border patrol agents arrived to find the US Citizen walking to the Canadian Customs lines at SR543. Officers watched the man yell at the Canadian Border Services employees and waited for him to head south, back into the US. Once the agitated man crossed
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back over the International Boundary police contacted him. It was determined the man did not have any warrants. He was then trespassed from the two stores where he had been expressing his anger. He decided to continue south on his travels. May 8, 1:11 p.m.: Officers responded to an initial report of a robbery in progress. It was determined a tip jar had been stolen from a local restaurant. While officers were canvassing the area they contacted a person matching the possible description of the suspect. Initial information obtained did not give them cause to detain the man and he was allowed to continue on his way. As the investigation continued it was determined that person was in fact the thief. An attempt was made to contact him at his residence, but he fled the area while officers were making contact with his father. A summons is being prepared for the 23 year old Blaine man to appear in court on the charges. This report is provided by the Blaine police department. A full listing of the week’s police report can be found at thenorthern light.com.
Tides May 13 – May 19 at Blaine. Not for navigation. 49° 0’ 0”N - 122° 46’ 0”W
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Weather Precipitation: During the period of April 26 to May 2, 0.0 inches of precipitation were recorded. The 2016 year-to-date precipitation is 15.04 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 83.4°F on May 2, with a low of 43.1°F on April 26. Average temperature for the week was 56.6°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
Fun with LEGO Robotics: Thursday, May 12, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn how to program motion and color sensors. For ages 10 and up. Bimonthly. Info: 305-3637. Letter Carrier Food Drive: Saturday, May 14, Whatcom County. Letter carriers will pick up donations as they deliver the mail. Confidence In Boating Workshop: Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Blaine Harbor Boating Center conference room. Presented by women of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary for women. Free to U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary members, others $50 U.S. or $60 Canadian at the door. To register or for info: Kathryn Wellington, k.wellington28@gmail.com. Marine Distress Flare and Fire Extinguisher Practice: Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.–noon, Blaine Marine Park. Practice using flares and fire extinguishers with US Power Squadrons and North Whatcom Fire and Rescue. Bring expired flares and fire extinguishers. Blaine High School Volleyball Car Wash: Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Blaine Middle School old gym. Players will be washing cars to pay for their trip to Phoenix, AZ to attend the 2016 Volleyball Festival. The Lynden Bridal Fair: Saturday, May 14, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Steakhouse 9, Homestead Golf and Country Club, 115 E. Homestead Boulevard, Lynden. Prizes, discounts, giveaways and local wedding vendors. Free admission. Info: steakhouse9.com. Julie Hanft Book Signing and Questions on Lupus: Saturday, May 14, noon–4 p.m., Barnes and Noble, 4099 Meridian Street, Bellingham. Half of the proceeds from the book sales will be going to the Lupus Foundation to help find a cure. Coast Salish Days Fundraiser: Saturday, May 14, 5 p.m. Te’Ti’Sen Center, exit 260 off I-5. Meal and silent auction featuring items from tribal artists and carvers. Info: facebook.com/Coast-Salish-Days. Barbecue Fundraiser: Saturday, May 14, 5 p.m., Peace Arch State Park American Kitchen. Silent and live auctions, Hilltop Catering barbecue, $12, and meet rescued Afghan kuchi dogs and their military families. All proceeds to Puppy Rescue Mission. Sponsored by Bow Wow & Woofs. Habitat for Humanity’s Raise the Roof: Saturday, May 14, 5:30–8:30 p.m., The Habitat Store, 1825 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham. Fundraiser event. Live and silent auction, appetizers, barbecue buffet, beer, wine and live entertainment. Tickets $35. Info: 715-9170. Haynie Opry: Saturday, May 14, 7 p.m., Haynie Grange, 3344 Haynie Road. Tribute to Roy Orbison featuring Bill de Groot. Also featuring Ava Sakowski and hosted by Matt Audettte and the Circle of Friends Band. Tickets $10 at the door. Info: 366-3321. Free Tire Recycling: Sundays, May 15 and 22, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Birch Bay Box Facility and Recycling Center, 4297 Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Recycle up to 15 auto or small truck tires each day. No commercial/business tires and no tractor tires allowed. No after-hours drop-off, and no garbage accepted. Bring proof of Whatcom County residency. Info: 778-6033. Tea by the Sea Fundraiser for Blaine Senior Center: Sunday, May 15, 1–3 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Food and tea served by a crew of handsome gentlemen, entertainment by the Mount Baker Toppers men’s chorus and a silent auction. Info: 332-8040. Toddler Story Time and Headstart Registration: Tuesdays through May 31, 10:30–11 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Stories, songs and other amusements for very young children. Content is aimed at 1–3 yearolds. Headstart representatives will be on hand to answer questions and register qualified children. Info: 305-3637. May Pancake Breakfast: Saturday, May 21, 8–11 a.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Pancakes, waffles or French toast, biscuits and gravy, plus scrambled eggs and sausage, coffee/tea and orange juice. Adults $6, children under 12 $4. Info: 332-8040. Cascade Cuts Plant Sale and Fundraiser: Saturday, May 21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., 632 Montgomery Road, Bellingham. Info: sustainableconnetions.org. Blaine Gardeners Market Opening: Saturday, May 21, H Street Plaza, Blaine. Picnic in the Playground: Saturday, May 21, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Bay Horizon Park, 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. Star Wars-themed games and food. Try a free Pound Fit class at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Learn about the library’s summer reading program. Info: bbbparkandrec.com. Springfest Art Tour: Saturday–Sunday, May 21–22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Blaine Pavilion, H Street. Unique fits and home decor by local artists. Info: blaineharborartgallery.com. Annual Slug Races: Saturday, May 21, H Street Plaza, Blaine. Bring your own slug or pick from our stable of fine racers. Born to Explore: Saturday, May 21, 7–8:30 p.m., Blaine Performing Arts Center. A presentation of Day-to-Day Dance. $10 for ages 12 and up, 5–12 $5, under 5 free. Info: daytodaydance.com.
Ongoing Afterschool Activities: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 2:30–5:30 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Kids ages 5 and up. Organized games as well as board games. Info: bbbparkandrec.org. AA Meetings: Monday and Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, noon; Wednesday, 7 p.m. (women only); Saturday, 11 a.m., United Church of Christ, 885 4th Street, Blaine. Al-Anon Meetings: Tuesday, 1–2 p.m., Good Samaritan Society-Stafholt, 456 C Street, Blaine. Open to all. Info: 332-8248. Community Meals: Wednesday, 5–6:30 p.m., Blaine Community Center, 763 G Street. Dinners free. Info: communitymealsblaine@gmail.com.
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