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B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Thanks to the annual campaign led by the Community Assistance Program (CAP), hundreds of families throughout Blaine and Birch Bay looking forward to turkey and all the trimmings this Thanksgiving will get to fulfill the craving at no cost. For the past five years, CAP has taken on the task of bundling baskets filled with ready-to-cook meals for families without the means or ability to muster up a Thanksgiving dinner of their own. Families who have previously registered can pick up their meals from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23 at Cost Cutter, located at 1733 H Street, in unit 280. Project director Rhyan Lopez said CAP expects to provide for 325 families this year – last year, the crew handed out 324. In all, about 2,000 people are served through the program, Lopez said. All baskets are fit to the size of each family. Program staffers are expecting to see 30 families with more than 11 members, and about 50 with an estimated 8 to 10, he said. “When it comes to the [companies donating the] food, we have been very fortunate over the past few years,” Lopez said in an email. Lynden-based Edaleen Dairy donates milk, Darigold donates butter and Bedlington Farms donates potatoes. Turkeys, yams, onions, canned goods and other food stuffs are purchased from nearby grocery stores. As of November 3, CAP had collected $1,500, which Lopez said was far less than what’s required to cover costs. However, he expects to see more donations roll in closer to the holiday. Those wishing to donate can send a check to P.O. Box 1067, Blaine, Washington 98231 payable to CAP with the memo line “Thanksgiving Baskets” or by donating online at blainecap.org. While volunteer staffing is already accounted for, the public can also get involved by helping with dessert. (See Food, page 5)
s A local voter drops off a ballot at a drop box at the Blaine Library on 3rd Street. For a list of results, see page 15.
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Voters approve raising the minimum wage, gun restrictions but not carbon tax, campaign finance reform B y P at G r u bb Despite numerous polls and pundits predicting that Hillary Clinton would become the first female President of the United States, Republican nominee Donald Trump won a decisive number of electoral college votes to become the next leader of the United States on January 20, 2017. The iconoclast businessman helped down ballot Republicans get elected to solid majorities in both the Senate and the House of Representatives for full control
of all three arms of the federal government for the first time since 2008. Nationally, the move to legalize marijuana took a huge step forward with voters in California, Massachusetts, Nevada and Maine approving the recreational use of the drug. The entire West Coast is now a legal marijuana zone. Arizona voters narrowly turned down a recreational use measure while North Dakota, Arkansas, Florida and Montana voters passed laws to legalize medical marijuana. In Washington state, incumbent Dem-
ocratic Governor Jay Inslee won handily over Republican Bill Bryant with 56 percent of the votes cast. Current Secretary of State Kim Wyman, Republican, also led her opponent Tina Podlodowski with 53 percent of the votes. U.S. Senator Patty Murray will be returning to Washington after a convincing win over Republican Chris Vance with a nearly half-million vote lead, or 61 percent. U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene will be sharing the plane ride with Murray after (See Election, page 2)
B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e It’s been 10 years in the making, but Birch Bay will soon get a much awaited emergency warning siren, which would be used in the event of an impending tsunami. The All Hazard Alert Broadcast (AHAB) siren will accompany signage located throughout Blaine and Birch Bay that identify tsunami evacuation routes and hazard zones. Officials with the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office are hoping to see the struc-
ture installed sometime around the New Year. Energy conglomerate Phillips 66 provided a $50,000 grant for the project last year. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office division of emergency management and the Whatcom Community Foundation partnered to install the system. The AHAB siren will be mounted on top of a 65-foot-high pole to be located north of the Birch Bay Visitor Information Center at 7954 Birch Bay Drive, the location of
the new Birch Bay Park, said John Gargett, deputy director of the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office division of emergency management. “It’s the most ideal location in all of Birch Bay,” he said. As of late last week, staff with the division of emergency management were waiting for final approval from the county to schedule the installation, Gargett said.
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she whomped Republican opponent Robert Sutherland with a 57 percent share of the vote. In state measures, the electorate voted in favor of Initiative Measure No. 1433, which would increase the state’s minimum wage to $11 in 2017 with higher wages to follow in succeeding years. The initiative took slightly under 60 percent of the vote. Voters strongly approved Initiative Measure No. 1491, which would impose a temporary restriction on gun ownership for those with a court-issued extreme risk protection order. Over 70 percent of ballots were cast in favor of the measure. Washington voters decisively voted against a carbon emission tax, 58 percent to 41 percent. The measure was the first time a U.S. state had put a carbon tax on a ballot. Similarly, voters turned a jaundiced eye on Initiative Measure No. 1464 with nearly 100,000 No votes more than those in favor. If approved, the initiative would have established a public campaign finance system. In District 42, voters opted to re-elect Republican incumbents Luanne Van Werven for state rep-
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resentative position 1 and Vincent Buys for state representative position 2 with 54 percent and 57 percent, respectively. Whatcom County’s Emergency Medical Services Levy, which would impose a tax of 29.5 cents per $1,000 of assessed home value, is narrowly losing with 46,866 Yes votes (59.78%) to 31,538 No votes (40.22%). The measure requires a 60 percent super-majority Yes vote to pass
as does a $300,000 Point Roberts Park and Recreation District levy to renovate the public library. At time of press, the library levy is handily losing with only 249 Yes votes (52.75%) to 223 No votes (47.25%). Election figures are current as of 11 a.m. November 9. Results will be updated regularly on our election page at bit.ly/2ffJhYX.
Coastal survey project heads to Blaine B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Representatives from the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) are asking Blaine residents to comb the beach in the name of science. The Seattle-based organization plans to make two stops in Whatcom County this month to host free trainings about beached bird carcasses and marine debris. Birch Bay’s beached bird training will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lions Camp Horizon, located on 7506 Gemini Street, on Saturday, November 19. The University of Washington as well as state, federal, tribal, environmental and community agencies sponsor the citizen-directed science project known as COASST. The project aims to build a network of volunteers in various locations on the Pacific coast to monitor marine life in order to further conservation solutions. Currently, the now 17-yearold project has 800 participants throughout Washington, Oregon, California and Alaska. The volunteers collect data to help identify patterns on the number, species and condition of beach-cast bird carcasses and other marine debris – as a result, scientists are closer to understanding potential sources and harm of coastal debris. The upcoming six-hour training will allow volunteers to get their hands on the COASST field guide to develop skills to detect and identify beached birds. The only requirement to participate in the program is interest
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The Editor: Thank you to Blaine-Birch Bay Parks and Recreation District #2 from Blaine Cub Scouts Pack 4025! Thank you for your generosity in awarding Blaine Cub Scouts free use of the Horizon Gym for scouting activities and for the $3,000 grant which was awarded to support the program! Blaine Cub Scouts is an important prevention program in Blaine and we have been able to successfully grow our Blaine Pack dramatically thanks to this support! Thank you for helping our families and children have healthy, character building activities to engage in within our Blaine and Birch Bay community! We truly appreciate your support! Any new families are welcome to join by email-
ing the Pack at blainecubscouts@gmail. com. Erika Creydt On behalf of Pack 4025 The Editor: As Thanksgiving approaches, I feel especially thankful to live amid the outrageous beauty of the Pacific Northwest. I find myself reflecting on the original native inhabitants whose philosophy honors and protects the land, while I look into the future and contemplate the forces that threaten us. Indigenous tribes were the first true Americans. They thrived and lived in harmony with nature for thousands of years. It’s only been 400 years since the New
World was “colonized.” Unfortunately, most failed to appreciate First Nations peoples and the result was vicious destruction of valuable culture and crippling their means of existence. We may be gaining wisdom, however, since so many passionately defended Lummi Nation treaty rights and worked with the U.S. government to fend off the Gateway Pacific Terminal. But since petro billionaires continue seeking profits and power everywhere, our values and natural resources are constantly threatened. Since (Continued on next page) Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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The Editor: Today we watched in disgust as recordings of the Standing Rock protest unfolded a scene that took us back 50 years to a time when our government used military force in Ohio to quell student unrest over the Vietnam war. The killings of four Kent State students at that time punctuated a turning point in history that unleashed a grass roots movement which eventually forced the politicians of the day to listen to reason and remove our troops from that ridiculous and unnecessary conflict. At the Standing Rock protest there are people from around the nation gathering to stop corporate interests from bullying their way across lands in the name of eminent domain and the “good of all.” The proposed pipeline will eventually leak, as virtually all pipelines do, and have the potential for intense harm to the environment. Particularly and specifically the all-important water resources of the area in question. The pipeline transgression does incense us; however, the use of armed, riot gear clad military forces, against protesters armed only with prayer sticks and courage has us infuriated. In our hearts, we cannot stand on the sidelines watching while treaty conditions are ignored and personal property rights are pushed aside. We are donating to the Standing Rock cause monetarily and in spirit while looking for an opportunity to join the brave movement with our physical presence.
The Editor: I’d like to invite friends and clients of Beth “the Barber” Lawrenson to join me in giving her a warm send off on her next chapter in life. You may have heard she has made a decision to move to New Mexico to be near her sisters. She said her one regret will be not getting to see all of the friends she has made in and outside of her shop. So come on down to the Pastime Bar and Eatery on Saturday, November 19 between 3 and 5 p.m. We’ll have some snacks to share and there will be a no-host bar. All ages are welcome! Hope to see you all there. Laurie Hart Blaine
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We encourage all of our friends, business partners and likeminded individuals to join us in support in any way possible. Calling our collective political representatives for responsible intervention, letters to local newspapers, postings on social media … anything but silently witnessing our own government turn force upon our own people. When we as citizens follow our government blindly and complacently, or let politics determine what is best for us without vocalizing our concerns, then we are as guilty as the aggressors and the controlling corporate interests. Speak your mind, change is inevitable, just make it positive. Len and Marcia Beckett Blaine
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first touchdown on a one-yard run. Liberty had a quick threeand-out on its first possession and Blaine kicker Kyle Sentkowski kicked a field goal on Blaine’s next possession for a 10–0 lead. Chase Abshere scored Blaine’s second touchdown on a 6-yard reception from Jalen Kortlever early in the second quarter, to make the score 17–7. Liberty was behind in the score for only the second time all season, Valach said. Before the half ended, Cameron Spaeth scored for Liberty on a 12-yard run and Isaiah Owens snagged a 30-yard touchdown reception after a series of plays that Dodd said changed the game’s’ momentum. Liberty ended the half with a 21–17 lead. “That was one of, if not the, biggest series of the game,” Dodd said. “I think we needed to go into the half with the lead rather than trailing because they were going to receive the opening kickoff.” Valach also thought momentum was a key factor in the game. Liberty didn’t change it’s strategy after the first quarter, but more awareness of Fritsch’s running game helped Liberty make some key tackles, he said. “[Fritsch] was super impressive,” Valach said. “It’s the kind of football playing I love because
there’s no fanfare, he just works hard.” Liberty kicker Noah Wright made a fake punt pass in the third quarter to Spaeth, who scored his second touchdown of the game two plays later. Fritsch, who ran for a total of 121 yards, scored again in the third quarter to bring Blaine within a field goal of a win, but the Borderites couldn’t overcome Liberty’s defense in the final quarter. Though Liberty is undefeated, Valach said his team went into the game knowing it would be its toughest of the season. “The quarterback is obviously really, really good, Alfonso Dermendziev had some great plays, Fritsch is as good a back as you’re going to see,” Valach said. “It was a really good football game that clearly could have gone either way.” Looking back at the game, Dodd said he saw things that could have gone differently, but that the Borderites played well – even recovering from the change in momentum as Liberty scored right before half-time – throughout the game and season. Especially the seniors, he said. “It’s sad that it’s over and that their careers at Blaine High School are over, but they’re just great people,” Dodd said. “It’s a smart, hardworking disciplined group.”
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Operation Tooth Fairy reaps sweet rewards for local vets Students at the Blaine school district bundled up their Halloween candy for the annual Operation Tooth Fairy challenge. Each year, kids are asked to bring in leftover candy to donate to United States military personnel. If kids brought in enough candy to out-weigh teacher Dan Persse, he had to dress up as the tooth fairy for the day. This year, 500 kids in grades three through five participated in the challenge and brought in a total of 289.5 pounds of candy, exceeding the goal by more than 20 pounds. In just seven years, the school has collected more than 1,920 pounds of candy through the challenge, Persse said. Mrs. Kamrath’s third grade class won first place with the most candy, Persse said. As a result, he dressed in costume and brought them apple ci-
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s An authentic Legion Riders patch from Post 86. Many of the riders wear patches on gear typically donned for a ride. Photo by David Van Duisen
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(Continued from previous page) lowed above as Van Duisen and several Bellingham-based Legion Riders escorted Aamot to a funeral home in Ferndale. He later joined several Patriot Guard Riders to escort Aamot to the cemetery, he said. As a rider, he also helped to escort steel from New York’s World Trade Center to Bremerton in 2011. The materials were later turned into the Kitsap 9/11 Memorial. In 2008, he participated in a ride to transport portions of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall. “It gives you a feeling of fulfillment,” he said. “We’re all in it for the same reason.” Whether he’s collecting board games or cooking up Thanksgiving dinner for hundreds of veterans in the community, it’s clear that caring and protecting those who have served is central to Van Duisen’s life mission. He and his wife often cook up hundreds of hot dogs and hamburgers during Blaine’s Old-Fashioned Fourth July and heaps of turkey, potatoes and more for an average of 600 people during the annual Thanksgiving dinner at the Blaine Senior Center. “We have to take care of them,” he said. This Veterans Day, legion riders with Post 86 will escort members of Boy Scout Troop 4019 to Bayview Cemetery in Bellingham
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Saturday fun run raising money for wounded veterans By Oliver Lazenby A benefit run in Blaine to take place this Saturday, November 12, will raise money for the local chapter of the Wounded Warriors Project, a national nonprofit that provides services to veterans who were wounded in military operations after September 11, 2001. The H Street Hell Challenge run was organized by the Blaine Runners Group and is a 5.65-mile run or walk on trails in Lincoln Park, off H Street in Blaine. Runners will make four loops, ringing a cowbell and getting cheered
on by local soldiers at the end of every lap, said event organizer Greg Nuzum. The run has a military theme and participants are encouraged to wear camouflage paint. The fastest runner gets a pair of golden boots and all finishers get a medal. Nuzum started the Blaine Runners Group four years ago and has organized several fun runs that have raised money and donations for local causes. Nuzum is hoping to host monthly runs after the H Street Hell Challenge. Next, he wants to
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Legion Post 86 needs Thanksgiving volunteers Birch Bay’s American Legion Peace Arch Post 86 is hosting its 16th annual Thanksgiving dinner at the Blaine Senior Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 24. Each year an estimated 600 people from the community participate in the dinner, said David Van Duisen with the American Legion Post 86. Often, he and his wife cook up more than 30 turkeys, among other things, the night prior to the event. In previous years, more than 50 volunteers have been needed to help with the dinner. “It’s quite the ordeal,” he said. All are welcome to take part in the community tradition. Volunteers and donations are welcomed. To learn more contact Van Duisen directly at 360/739-1671.
have a toy drive run. “This is my opportunity to give back,” he said. “I came from a broken home and didn’t have a nice childhood. Knowing that I could help a child have a meal was my main focus. The kids don’t choose to be in the situation they’re in.” The run starts at 10:15 a.m. and costs $20 for civilians and $15 for those in the military. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Wounded Warriors Project. RSVP for the event at blainerunnersgroup.weebly.com.
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A new memorial installed November 7 stands tall next to two others in front of the Blaine Police Department at the corner of H and 3rd streets. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1585 in Bellingham partnered with Sig’s Funeral and Cremation Services about a year ago to install the piece. Sig Aase, owner of the Bellingham-based funeral service provider, said the memorial was created to honor all of the fallen in Whatcom County. Folks from around the community can show their support for veterans and the new memorial at 11 a.m. on Veterans Day, Friday November 11 during a celebration of all living veterans on 3rd and H streets in Blaine hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 247 based out of Blaine.
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Young at Heart: November 2016 By Lorrie Conyac Family – a word that encompasses such complexity that it is beyond my ability to analyze its meaning. However, I can tell you about the family at the Blaine Senior Center. It is the hope and goal of our board of directors that we provide a place for our members to go when they need someone to talk to, just want to be around the sound of other people taking part in some activity or want to take part in those activities themselves. Our lunch program is the accumulation of the efforts of many partners and funding sources, including a federal grant, the Whatcom Council on Aging, the Blaine Senior Center and a host of volunteers. The funds and efforts of those partners provide delivery of meals to the homes of people that need food assistance, (Meals on Wheels). Those delivery angels are checking to make sure everything is OK and that the recipient of the food has an
opportunity to interact with another person. Isn’t that an integral part of being in a family? For those who can come to the center, we offer lunch for a donation for those over 60 years old and for their younger friends, only a charge of $6. A place to meet, socialize and receive maybe the only hot meal they will eat that day. A gathering of friends and family at the senior center Monday through Friday to all our members and the public. This brings me to Thanksgiving. We, the board of the Blaine Senior Center, are so thankful for the opportunity to serve our community but we couldn’t do it without the help of our city, our community, our partners, our members and most certainly our volunteers. We are thankful for all of you. Please join the Sons of the American Legion, Post 86 for the 16th Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner on Thursday November 24th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Blaine Senior Center. All are welcome to share our facility and the
blessings that make that dinner possible. Shortly after Thanksgiving is another celebration of family; we call it Christmas. For the past nine years the Blaine Senior Center has hosted a Christmas Bazaar. There you can find unique items for gifts to family and friends. This year is especially fun because we will not only have artists in the senior center, but also next door in the pavilion. Everyone on your gift list will benefit from the items you find. Big ones, small ones, expensive ones, inexpensive ones, funny ones, serious ones and most importantly gifts lovingly chosen by you. Our Bazaar will be held Friday and Saturday, December second and thirrd, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. As always, we will have our famous Cookie Walk, so be sure to stop by and stock up on fancy Christmas cookies and fudge. See you all there. Blaine Senior Center is located at 763 G Street.
Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: October 27-November 4 October 27, 12;29 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Golden Valley Boulevard. October 27, 12:31 a.m.: Alarm audible on Harborview Road. October 27, 4:48 p.m.: Senile subject on Harborview Road. October 28, 11:27 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Cottonwood Court. October 28, 12:32 p.m.: Domestic physical on Selder Road. October 28, 3:14 p.m.: Serve warrant on Peace Portal Drive. Vancouver, B.C., woman, 38, arrested on fugitive from justice warrants. October 28, 5:49 p.m.: Custodial interference cold call on Bay Ridge Drive. October 28, 6:30 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. October 29, 6 p.m.: Domestic order violation on Pacific Highway. October 29, 6:20 p.m.: Death investigation cold call on California Trail. October 29, 7:17 p.m.: Landlord tenant dispute on Sunburst Drive. October 29, 7:54 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Birch Bay Drive. October 29, 11:16 p.m.: Theft on East Street. October 30, 12:44 p.m.: Domestic physical on Loft Lane. October 30, 4:15 p.m.: Burglary on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. October 30, 8:41 p.m.: Shots on Kickerville Road. October 30, 10:21 p.m.: Hit and run on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Blaine man, 51, arrested and cited for hit and run attended vehicle, driving under the influence and hit and run unattended property, and cited for operating motor vehicle without insurance and failing to driving on right side of road. Editor’s Note: October 31–November 1 not available.
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November 2, 4:44 a.m.: Alarm on Legion Drive. November 2, 7:21 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Blaine Road. Blaine woman, 25, arrested for burglary residential. November 2, 7:36 a.m.: Burglary on Drayton Harbor Road. Blaine man, 56, arrested for first degree theft and burglary residential. November 2, 8:20 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident rollover on Haynie Road. Custer minor, 17, cited for failure to drive on right side of road and driving with wheels off roadway. November 2, 9:11 a.m.: Vehicle theft cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. November 2, 9:49 a.m.: Civil problem on Chilliwack Road. November 2, 4:13 p.m.: Mental on West Road. November 2, 5:27 p.m.: Civil problem on Kayak Way. November 2, 6:01 p.m.: Vehicle abandoned on Blaine Road. November 2, 9:14 p.m.: Alarm audible on Birch Lane. November 2, 11:08 p.m.: Noise on
Birch Bay Drive. November 3, 12:11 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident non-blocking, non-injury on Anderson Road. November 3, 5:58 a.m.: Suicidal subject on Birch Bay Drive. November 3, 5:09 p.m.: Vehicle theft cold call on Maple Way. November 3, 8:28 p.m.: Civil problem on Harborview Road. November 3, 9:02 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Morgan Drive. November 4, 7:35 a.m.: Shots on Helweg Road. November 4, 10:41 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Custer School Road. November 4, 11:11 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Loomis Trail Road. November 4, 12:12 p.m.: Welfare check on Harborview Road. November 4, 1:31 p.m.: Drunk on Henley Street. November 4, 4:04 p.m.: Assist citizen on Henley Street. November 4, 4:47 p.m.: Assist citizen on Masterson Road. November 4, 7:42 p.m.: Security check on Semiahmoo Drive.
OBITUARIES Brian M. Novak, Jr.
December 6, 1977 - November 3, 2016 Brian M. Novak, Jr. age 38, of Mullica Hill, NJ, formerly of Blaine, WA, passed suddenly on November 3, 2016. Beloved father of Dylan and Mersais Novak, and their mother Amy Novak of Blaine. Loving son of Diana & Paul Vallandingham of Mullica Hill, NJ, Brian M. Novak Sr. of Deptford, NJ, and Mary Ellen Novak of Mantua, NJ, grandson of Evelyn Vallandingham, brother of Ashley and Danielle Vallandingham, Nicole Gallo, Kevin Novak, and Mandi Harberger. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nephews, cousins and friends. Brian was predeceased by his grandparents Kathleen and Frank Novak, James Vallandingham, and Eugene and Suzanne Przywara. Brian was an active citizen in the Blaine community. He was one of the owners that started the first skate shop in Blaine, Inversion Snow & Skate. Brian had an active role in bringing positive influences to the community by having local skate competitions and a shop for local skater and snowboarders to bring their equipment in for repairs. Not only was Brian involved with the local community he also helped coach his nephew’s flag football teams through the Boys and Girls Club. Brian was always up for an adventure and had a wonderful sense of humor which he shared with all who knew him. He was happiest surfing, snowboarding, and being active outdoors with friends and family. Brian (Skinny) spent 17 years in service for his country, Navy - USS Abraham Lincoln, and US Army 1st BN 303RD CAV. He was the recipient of multiple awards and commendations including a Purple Heart. Visitation Fri., Nov. 11, 2016 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Catholic Community of the Holy Spirit Parish Center, 17 Earlington Ave., Mullica Hill, NJ, 08062, where Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made “In Trust for Dylan and Mersais Novak” to TD Bank, 148 North Main Street, Mullica Hills, NJ 08062.
Peter Todd Woolery
July 23, 1952 – October 29, 2016 On October 29, 2016, Peter Woolery, 64 years of age, died at home of natural causes. Peter was born in Garrettsville, Ohio on July 23, 1952. He grew up in northeastern Ohio and later in a suburb of Chicago. When he was thirteen he and his family moved to Monterrey, Mexico, and later to Buenos Aires, Argentina where Peter graduated from high school. He learned to speak Spanish fluently. Peter attended college at U.C. Santa Barbara, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in geology. Later Peter worked as a geologist, firefighter, caregiver of handicapped persons, commercial fisherman, and substitute high school teacher. He had a love of sport fishing from his earliest years. Peter has lived since 2001 in Blaine where he moved with his father, Robert P. “Phil” Woolery, a retired G.E. executive, from northeastern Ohio, following the death of Peter’s mother, Joan Der Ling Irons Woolery, Phil’s wife of 55 years. Peter cared for his father during the last decade of the latter’s life. Peter had many friends. He was outgoing, kind and generous, and had a terrific sense of humor. He was always deeply troubled by any injustice. Peter is survived by a sister and two brothers, and many nephews, nieces, and many grandnephews and grandnieces. Peter’s house cats have been relocated to the Whatcom Humane Society, which can accept donations in Peter’s honor. An informal celebration of Peter’s life was held at the Blaine Harbor Conference Room on November 6.
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Police Reports November 2, 7:43 a.m.: Officers responded to assist WCSO at a residential burglary in-progress occurring just outside of the city limits. Two suspects were contacted and ultimately arrested and booked into jail on charges of burglary. November 2, 1:15 p.m.: A person called to report a fight in progress just outside her workplace. An officer arrived a few moments later and found the two parties had already separated. With the help of US Border Patrol, the officer interviewed the two would be combatants, as well as a few witnesses. The officer determined that an assault had not occurred, and the two were arguing over one male wanting to hit golf balls from the road. The Arnold Palmer wannabe was advised he should not use the public area as a driving range, and both parties were advised to stay away from each other. November 3, 1:43 p.m.: While following up on a reported transient camp, an officer contacted a man, in a public area, just as he was heating up his meth pipe. The man was arrested, cited and released with a mandatory court date for possession of drug paraphernalia. November 4, 10:28 p.m.: Officers responded to an aid call where a 24-year-old woman was unconscious and un-
responsive from an apparent heroin overdose. Aid personnel arrived prior to officers and administered Narcan, an opiate antidote, to the woman. She was transported to St. Joseph’s Medical Center. November 5, 7:25 a.m.: Police were called to the 600 block of Peace Portal Drive for a report of a man coming into a business, yelling at the employees, and acting strangely. The responding officer found the man behind the International Motel. Based on the officer’s experience he believed the man’s behavior was an indicator he may have recently taken methamphetamine. The officer verified the man had no warrants and formally trespassed him from the business. November 5, 11:50 p.m.: Officers contacted four young adults at the Blaine pier late at night. The quartet had traveled over an hour to gaze across the water at Canada from the United States. They were advised they were trespassing in a park after hours and decided to continue on their way. November 7, 9:11 a.m.: The Blaine Public Library requested a transient male be trespassed from their property. The man had been frequenting the library, and during his visits several complaints had been received regarding a variety of
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his behaviors. Although the staff had given the man several warnings, he continued to make poor choices. Police contacted the man and advised him of the trespass. The man stated he understood. November 7, 1:47 p.m.: An officer was dispatched to check the welfare of a transient man in the 200 block of D street. The officer arrived and spoke with the man. Based on his condition, the officer believed the man had not moved from that spot for an extended period of time, and he determined an evaluation by medics was warranted. NWFRS attended to the man, who agreed to go to the ER for further evaluation. The man left behind a significant amount of trash and bodily waste, and biohazard professionals were contracted to properly clean the area. November 7, 9:45 p.m.: An officer contacted a Canadian citizen illegally crabbing in the 200 block of Marine Drive. The man was not in possession of any crab, and he ceased his activity and left the closed pier. This information will be shared with Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife. 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.
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Fun with LEGO Robotics: Thursday, November 10, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn how to program motion and color sensors on the robots. For ages 10 and up. Bimonthly. Info: 305-3637. Blaine High School Powder Puff Game: Thursday, November 10, 7 p.m., Blaine High School football field. Flag football game between junior and senior girls. Celebration of All Living Veterans: Friday, November 11, 11 a.m., Veterans Plaza, Third and H streets. With veterans and citizens. All are invited to attend. Dress for the weather. Drayton Harbor Holiday Bazaar: Friday, November 11, noon–7 p.m., Saturday, November 12, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 674 Peace Portal Drive (old Goff’s building). Holiday shopping with over 30 local vendors and artisans. Semiahmoo Resort Auction and Dinner: Friday, November 11, 6 p.m., Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Parkway. Dinner prepared by guest chefs Roy Breiman and Patrick Glennon. Proceeds to Growing Veterans. Cost: $95 per person, $85 for veterans and room rates total $99. Veterans Day Dinner: Friday, November 11, 7 p.m., American Legion Post 86, 4580 Legion Drive. Prime rib dinner. Veterans’ meals are free, spouses and guests are $7. Info: 371-7311. Lummi Island Artists’ Holiday Studio Tour: Saturday–Sunday, November 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Lummi Island. More than two dozen artists and craftspeople offering their work at 11 locations. Info: lummi-island.com. H Street Hell Challenge: Saturday, November 12, 10:15 a.m., Lincoln Park. Five mile run/walk through Lincoln Park. Cost $20 civilian, $15 military, free kids run. Portion of proceeds go to local wounded veterans. Register: blainerunnersgroup.weebly.com. English Conversation Class: Saturday, November 12, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. All levels, beginners are welcome. Weekly. No sign-up needed. Free! Info: 305-3637. Live Music with DDT (Dave, David, Tim): Saturday, November 12, 8 p.m., Wheel House Bar & Grill, 746 Peace Portal Drive. No cover charge. Info: 332-3512. One Stop Gift Shop Open House Fundraiser: Saturday, November 12, 7–9 p.m., Sunday, November 13, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Blaine High School cafeteria, 1055 H Street. Selling Tupperware, PartyLite, Thirty-One Bags, Perfectly Posh, Pampered Chef, Jamberry, Paparazzi Jewelry, LuLaRoe and more. Proceeds benefit Blaine High School students’ trip to Panama. Painting at the Library: Monday, November 14, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Bring your work, equipment and supplies including a table cover. No solvents. Info: 305-3637. Saying Thank You to All Who Serve: Wednesday, November 16, 3:15–4:45 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Create a card or letter for deployed troops, veterans and wounded heroes. Supplies provided. Repeated Friday, November 18. All ages welcome, but children under 8 must be accompanied by adult/caregiver. Info: 305-3637. Blaine Primary School Book Fair: Thursday–Friday, November 17–18, and Monday–Tuesday, November 21–22, 1–4 p.m., Blaine Primary School Library. Proceeds go to purchase books for the library. Ladies Night Out: Thursday, November 17, 6–8 p.m., CHS Blaine Ace, 1733 H Street #700. Door prizes, gift bags, food and fun. First 100 customers get free gift bags filled with fun and festive items. Info: 255-7206. JD Power Ace Event Weekend: Friday–Sunday, November 18¬–20, CHS Blaine Ace, 1733 H Street 700. Traeger Demos, giveaways, refreshments. See store for event schedule. Info: 255-7206. Books and Bites: Friday, November 18, 1–2:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Bring a lunch if you’d like and join in lively conversation. Discussing “Let the Great World Spin” by Colum McCann. Info: 305-3637. Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Dinner: Friday, November 18, 6 p.m., Ferndale Events Center, 5715 Barrett Road. Live and silent auctions, highlights, food, music and dancing, no host bar. Tickets $30 , discounts for tables of eight or 10. Community welcome. Purchase tickets at Birch Bay Visitor Center, 7900 Birch Bay Drive or birchbaychamber.com. Ladies Night: Saturday, November 19, 7–9 p.m., The Pastime Bar & Eatery, 658 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine. With Mara Davidson of Mara Isabel Spa. Skincare samples and door prizes. No purchase necessary. Enjoy drink specials and light appetizers. Holiday Festival of the Arts: November 18–December 24, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., 4145 Meridian Street, Bellingham. Shop from over 100 local artists. Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner: Thursday, November 24, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Blaine Senior/Community Center, 763 G Street. Thanksgiving meal, free to all. Volunteers are needed. Info: David Van Duisen, 739-1671. Santa Train: Friday–Sunday, 5–9 p.m., November 25–December 11, Daily December 16–23, Miniature World Family Fun Center, 4620 Birch Bay-Lynden Road. A wonderland of over a million lights. Info: miniatureworld.org.
Ongoing 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. Semiahmoo Men’s Breakfast: First and third Thursdays, 8 a.m., Palmer Room, Semiahmoo Golf Course clubhouse. Breakfast ($15) and a speaker. Blaine Weight Watchers: Thursdays, 5–6 p.m., 580 C Street, Blaine. Karaoke with DJ Rudy: Friday and Saturday nights, 8 p.m.–midnight, Paso del Norte, 758 Peace Portal Drive. Info: 332-4045. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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H H H H ELECTION
RESULTS 2016 H H H H
As of 2 p.m. 11-9-2016
For the latest results go to bit.ly/2ffJhYX
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative, 90,990 District 1
STATE
784,476
Patty Murray
Suzan DelBene Robert Sutherland
39.2%
Chris Vance
60.8%
STATE
STATE INITIATIVES
42.8%
57.2% 121,565
1,216,070 STATE
Governor Jay Inslee
56.3%
Bill Bryant
55.8%
1,031,462
Tina Podlodowski
COUNTY
58.6% 984,514
STATE
Pat McCarthy
46%
Bob Ferguson
54%
Mark Miloscia
571,158
860,261
Hilary Franz
69.2%
Steve McLaughlin
45.1%
Superintendent of Public Instruction STATE
50.5%
49.5%
47.4%
52.6%
895,776
The measure would prevent access to firearms if a court-issued extreme risk protection order was issued.
YES
NO
COUNTY
STATE
571,679
25,855
32.2%
28.8% 67.8%
843,529
71.2% 1,411,349
54,401
Chris Reykdal
54.9%
STATE
993,553
1,282,657
Erin Jones
NO
Initiative Measure No. 1491
1,026,008
STATE
1,175,481
38,315
30.8%
Joshua Trumbull
Commissioner of Public Lands
YES
39,032
STATE
Attorney General
873,917
59.5%
Initiative Measure No. 1464
41.4%
908,916
State Auditor
58.9%
695,205
Michael Waite
Kim Wyman
40.5%
The measure would establish a campaign finance system to, among other things, allow citizens to direct state funds to candidates.
STATE
Duane Davidson
46.8%
53.2%
STATE
47,637 1,080,109
State Treasurer
NO
800,889
41.1%
44.2%
1,124,030
Secretary of State
YES
33,293
Marty McClendon
STATE
The measure would increase the minimum wage statewide to $11 in 2017 and higher in each succeeding year until 2020. COUNTY
855,649
Cyrus Habib
43.7%
Initiative Measure No. 1433
STATE
Lieutenant Governor
873,686
15
48.9%
51.1%
Initiative Measure No. 1501
The measure would establish protections for seniors and the vulnerable by increasing penalties. 1,046,324
807,254 STATE
Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler
753,836
Richard Schrock
YES COUNTY
25,534
40%
32.3%
60%
28.4% 67.7%
Sharlaine LaClair Luanne Van Werven
28,678
54.5%
45.5%
29,810
Tracy Atwood Vincent Buys
The measure would impose a tax on specified fossil fuels and other fossil fuel generated electricity and would reduce the sales tax.
57.3%
42.7%
The proposition would impose a property tax levy of 29.5 cents per $1,000 of a homes assessed value to fund countywide emergency medical services.
YES REQUIRES 60% APPROVAL
Point Roberts library facilities renovation levy YES
COUNTY
REQUIRES 60% APPROVAL
31,538
NO
59.8% 46,866
47.2%
NO
STATE
1,120,079
56.1%
43.9%
58.5%
41.5% 793,970
Initiative Measure No. 735
The measure would amend the constitution to define protections of free speech.
YES
POINT ROBERTS
NO
COUNTY
223
40.2%
YES
34,348
The proposition would levy a tax to renovate the Julius Fire Hall into a community library.
NO
COUNTY
43,816 22,179
23,939
Property tax levy for emergency medical services in Whatcom County
1,403,390
Initiative Measure No. 732
COUNTY
District 42, Position 2
District 42, Position 1
71.6%
53,528
State Representative,
COUNTY
STATE
557,555
1,132,653
State Representative,
NO
STATE
685,488
28,789
52.8% 249
37%
36.2% 63% 48,697
63.8% 1,207,256
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