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Winter weather cancels Battle at the Border, page 6
Dual citizens flying to Canada for the holidays could hit a snag
Where to shop this holiday season, page 8
Blaine City Council approves 2017 budget plan, page 12
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Bundle up – cold weather to continue through the weekend
By Oliver Lazenby
(See Travel, page 12)
s Snow hit Whatcom County last week and icy conditions were quick to follow. On December 14, the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasted temperatures averaging a high of 34 degrees and a low of 23 degrees in Blaine and surrounding areas through Sunday, December 18. The NWS forecast also featured potential snow showers on Saturday and Sunday, December 17-18. For the latest details about weather in your area, visit forecast.weather.gov.
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Planning commission votes in favor of wharf district zoning amendment B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e After much discussion, Blaine planning commissioners voted to recommend approval of a modified proposal to amend Blaine’s Wharf District Master Plan (WDMP). Commissioners cast the vote on December 8 after evaluating a proposal to expand permitted uses and building heights in an area called Mariner Village in Blaine’s WDMP. Blaine City Council will take the recommendation into consideration prior to casting a final vote, likely in January.
Adopted by the city of Blaine and the Port of Bellingham in 2007, the WDMP outlines a mix of commercial, marine, industrial and recreational uses in areas along Marine Drive. Mariner Village, located between the Blaine Harbor office and Sundance Yachts (formerly Blaine Marine Services), is zoned for water-oriented commercial, retail and service space on the ground level with office, residential and lodging accommodations on higher floors. Building heights in this particular area are to remain between 25 and 55 feet, according to the plan.
Lift on harvesting restrictions prompts a shell-ebration B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Following the recent announcement to lift shellfish harvesting restrictions on 810 acres of Drayton Harbor, a multitude of local and statewide advocates are taking a moment to celebrate. Beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, December 16, members of the public are invited to take part in a “shell-ebration” hosted to honor the more than two decades of work by groups throughout the city, county and state to improve water quality in Drayton
Harbor. Several will be in attendance to speak at the event and discuss the history of the effort, which is still ongoing. Starting in the mid-1990s, high levels of fecal coliform pollution plagued the water and spurred closures throughout the harbor. Since then, several have come together to improve water quality and restore harvesting access. Efforts led to examination of on-site septic systems, management of nearby livestock waste and outreach to boat owners about direct discharge.
Several were pleased to receive the announcement from the Washington State Department of Health in early December after tests revealed noticeable improvements to water quality as a result of their actions. The event will take place at Drayton Harbor Oyster Company, located at 677 Peace Portal Drive. Tents and heaters will be set up outside for overflow, but the public is encouraged to dress for cold weather as a precaution.
After nearly 10 years, the city has yet to receive substantial development interest that falls within the existing guidelines. In June, the Port of Bellingham approached the city of Blaine with a request to amend those rules, calling for the inclusion of marine-related use in Mariner Village and an increase to building heights from 45 to 55 feet in one sub-area and 35 to 45 feet in another. If approved, Portland-based Sundance Yachts would like to expand its facilities in (See Wharf, page 12)
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A new Government of Canada rule that requires more identification from Visa-exempt foreigners flying to or through Canada could cause problems for dual citizens flying to Canada. As part of the rule, which went into effect on November 10, the Canadian government started requiring dual citizens to have their Canadian passports when flying to Canada. Canadian-American dual citizens, however, are exempt from the rule and shouldn’t be affected. But that doesn’t mean they won’t be. The day before Thanksgiving, British Airways security kept Blaine City Council member Mary Lou Steward off her flight from London to Vancouver, B.C., citing the new rule. Steward, a Canadian-American dual citizen, had tried to board the flight with just her U.S. passport, she said. Security asked for her Canadian passport as well, which she didn’t have. She doesn’t typically travel with her Canadian passport because it’s just one more thing to keep track of, she said. “I was just absolutely stunned that I couldn’t fly into the country of my birth when a lady in line behind me had just a U.S. passport and she could get on the flight to Vancouver,” Steward said. Lisa Filipps, an Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada spokesperson, confirmed that the rule shouldn’t affect U.S. citizens or Canadian-American dual citizens. Her agency isn’t aware of any instances in which dual Canadian-American citizens were prevented from boarding flights because they didn’t have Canadian passports, she said. Steward suspects British Airways didn’t realize U.S. citizens were exempt and didn’t want to pay to fly her back to London if Canadian customs wouldn’t let her in the country. “Somebody at some point did say if you’re not allowed in the country we have to fly you back,” Steward said. Steward boarded a
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The Northern Light • December 15 - 22, 2016
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The Northern Light • December 15 - 22, 2016
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The Northern L ght The Northern Light is published weekly by Point Roberts Press Inc. Locally owned and managed, the company also publishes the All Point Bulletin, covering Point Roberts, Mount Baker Experience, covering the Mt. Baker foothills area, and the summer recreation guide Waterside as well as maps and other publications. Point Roberts Press Inc. is a member of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association, Chambers of Commerce of Bellingham/ Whatcom County, Birch Bay, Blaine and Point Roberts and the Bellingham/Whatcom County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editors. Letters Policy The Northern Light welcomes letters to the editor. Please include name, address and daytime telephone number for verification. Letters are limited to 350 words and may be edited or rejected for reasons of legality, length and good taste. Thank-you letters are limited to five individuals or groups. Writers should avoid personal invective. Unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Requests for withholding names will be considered on an individual basis. Consumer complaints should be submitted directly to the business in question or the local chamber of commerce. Only one letter per month from an individual correspondent will be published. Email letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com.
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The Editor: I cannot say thank you enough to all of the people who helped make this year’s Thanksgiving Day baskets a success. Between our donors, volunteers and this very publication bringing attention to our cause, I am in awe. This year we were able to provide baskets with all the fixings for Thanksgiving dinner to 275 families in Blaine, Birch Bay and Custer. Through the commitment of enthusiastic volunteers and the generosity of this great community, 1,694 people (996 adults and 698 children) enjoyed a Thanksgiving dinner. This year St. Anne’s Catholic Church donated the most pies (108), followed very closely by Christ Episcopal (107), and the Girl Scouts (75). From all the pie makers,
there were 504 pies. We are grateful to the many individuals, social clubs and businesses that provided generous financial support and product donations to ensure the success of this annual tradition. We are especially grateful to the Northwest Dairy Association for their butter; to Edaleen’s Dairy for their milk; and to Bedlington Potato Warehouse for their potatoes. We deeply appreciate your heartfelt generosity. And a special thank you to our brave firefighters of North Whatcom Fire and Rescue who were pivotal to making this program happen. Without you, the turkeys, butter and milk would have never made it to our site. I am so thankful to all of the volunteer team members who took time out of their lives to take the reservations, bag the gro-
ceries, set up the baskets, manage the distribution, serve coffee and cookies, and help the whole operation run smoothly. We truly have the best team of volunteers out there. Rhyan Lopez, Director Thanksgiving Basket Program The Editor: It’s that time of year again to witness a treat so many never get to see on a cold winter day. Blaine is blessed with a tiny Anna’s hummingbird. I honestly believe this is God’s gift; a brightly colored Christmas bird. (Continued on next page) Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
Civic Meetings Birch Bay Water & Sewer District: Second and fourth Thursdays, 4:30 p.m., district offices, 7096 Point Whitehorn Road, Birch Bay. Info: bbwsd.com.
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The Editor: I am writing to you today in regards to the article “Public comments open on Blaine marina clean up.” This threat to our clean water and ultimately to the health of our children is absolutely contemptible. This is a case where we see exactly how awfully our system works. Even in this politically charged climate, it is very easy to find common ground. Large corporations need to be held responsible for dirtying our water supply, we need more studies to be funded to look into the impact of these chemicals
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and the eventual health consequences. Donald Trump made headlines during his campaign with rhetoric about defunding the Environmental Protection Agency. I ask, what do the residents of Blaine have to say about this? I would argue that the EPA needs more funding and more regulations for chemical use and eventual cleanup. It should also be noted that it appears that no company is being held responsible for this, and the tax paying residents are financially responsible for the government’s lack of oversight. The EPA is now trying to impose more restrictions to help protect our soil and water from further damage, but of course, is being U.S. green cards / naturalization • U.S. green cards / naturalization opposed by big money in the•oil business. We need to stand•up Work / investor visas • Work / investor visas to the big oil business and give • Denied entry waivers • Denied entry waivers a loud, resounding “No More.” Our children’s health and access • Removal hearings • Removal NEXUS appeals hearings • NEXUS appeals to clean water and soil are too important to make this a political issue. www.blaineimmigration.com www.blaineimmigration.com •www.blaineimmigration.com 435 Martin St., Suite 2010 •••435 Blaine, WA St., Blaine,WA WA 435Martin Martin St., Suite Suite2010 1010 ••Blaine, Shannon O’Connell Leonard D.M. Saunders,Leonard AttorneyD.M. at Law Saunders, Attorney at Law Blaine
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The Northern Light • December 15 - 22, 2016
Sports Battle at the Border canceled; basketball games rescheduled after snow days By Oliver Lazenby Intermittent snowfall closed Blaine schools last Friday, Monday and Tuesday, affecting several Blaine High School sports events including the annual Battle at the Border wrestling
meet. The wrestling tournament, which includes about 20 teams, probably won’t be rescheduled since there aren’t many opportunities for a two-day tournament in the busy wrestling season, said Blaine schools superintendent Ron Spanjer.
Boys Basketball The Friday, December 9 game at Port Townsend was postponed, with a new date yet to be determined. The Tuesday, December 13 game at Mount Baker has been rescheduled to Monday, December 19 at Mount Baker.
Girls Basketball The Tuesday, December 13 game at Mount Baker was rescheduled to Monday, December 19 at Mount Baker. The above schedule is subject to change. For more information, visit nwcsports.com
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TWO POSITIONS TO FILL FOUR YEAR TERMS ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2020 Members receive no financial compensation, but the payoff is great. Members meet other residents with similar interests, they learn about the City, and they help shape the future of Blaine! Being on a board or commission does require a significant personal commitment, so applicants should consider their ability to commit their time and personal energy before applying. If you are interested in serving on a board or commission, applications and descriptions of duties are available in Administrative Services at Blaine City Hall, 435 Martin St., Suite 3000, or online at www.cityofblaine.com. Please submit your application by 4:30 PM on Friday, December 16, 2016. The City will continue to accept applications until vacancies are filled. Per Blaine Municipal Code (BMC) 2.08.028, concurrent service on more than one board or commission is precluded.
By Oliver Lazenby With the Battle at the Border canceled, Blaine wrestlers traveled to Sedro-Woolley on Saturday and took second place out of 13 teams in the Spud Walley tournament. Four Blaine wrestlers took first place in their weight classes: Colton Economy (138), Jacob Westfall (160), Riley Fritsch (170), and Saul Magallon (195). Ethan Deming and Derrick Camba took second in their weight classes of 126 and 145 pounds. Forks took home the team title and Ferndale finished in third place.
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Blaine. The company has already secured options for an 80-year lease on the former site of Blaine Marine Services and has publicly aired an interest in constructing a 60,000-square-foot, $9 million boat storage facility capable of housing up to 350 boats. The company opened in 1972 and currently offers customers retail boat sales, storage facilities and other amenities in Seattle and Portland. However, use of the Portland-based 90,000-square-foot boat storage facility was put on hold last February after a fire destroyed the company’s boat storage facility housing an estimated 350 boats. Over the course of two public meetings, commissioners raised several questions to city staff and the port. At the forefront were concerns about preserving waterfront views and maintaining the vision of the WDMP, which was intended establish the wharf district as a destination and gateway to Blaine’s downtown. Despite reservations, commissioners opted to modify the original amendment proposal and offer a final recommendation of approval to city council. In all, they requested to isolate non-industrial marine-related use to the area east of Milhollin Drive, which cuts through Mariner Village. Types of development that fit within this category should have a clear connection to the shoreline and could include uses such as boat storage, said Blaine community planner Alex Wenger. Commissioners also recommended a decrease in building height restrictions from 55 feet to 25 feet in all sub-areas bordering the west side of Milhollin Drive. In two sub-areas bordering the train tracks on the east side of the drive, building heights are recommended to increase from 35 feet to 55 feet. In one other sub-area bordering the east side of the drive, building heights should decrease from 45 feet to 25 feet, per the recommendation. “We’ve talked about economic development in Blaine and for that to happen we need to have income from some source,” said commission chair Van Tabb, who characterized the WDMP as over-
During a regular meeting on December 12, Blaine City Council voted unanimously to approve the budget for the coming year. The now-approved budget plan for 2017 totals $38,206,515. In 2015, the city approved a budget totaling $35,734,783 for the 2016 fiscal year. Blaine finance director Jeff Lazenby said the city expects both general fund revenues and expenditures to increase by 1 percent in 2017. The budget accounts for new hires approved in 2016, plus the addition of a Blaine police officer, which Lazenby said is paid for from a combination of savings
and reductions in the 2017 police budget. Next year also marks the last year in which portions of property tax revenue will be used to pay a 10-year bond used for street improvements in Blaine. The bond amounts to $6.8 million with interest and will be paid off in December 2017. City staff also encouraged the establishment of a task force during the coming year to review city services, revenues and expenditures, capital projects and facility needs in alignment with the city’s recent initiative to develop a strategic economic plan. Lazenby said the
task force could be the platform to propose a funding-based ballot initiative as early as the August 2017 primary election. On Monday, city councilmembers also approved an amendment that appropriates an additional $192,000 to the 2016 budget. A large amount of that sum, totaling $190,000, is a result from a project bid amount exceeding estimated budget costs. Funding will be taken from the water capital reserve to pay for the installation and furnishing of a turbine pump into an existing well. The remaining $2,000 comes from city staff travel expenses.
Snow cancels Blaine classes and school board meeting By Oliver Lazenby After three snow days in the last week, students at Blaine school district will now be attending class until at least Wednesday, June 21. The last day of school was previously scheduled for Friday, June 16. The district hasn’t yet scheduled high school graduation, which is typically the Friday before classes end. If the district doesn’t miss any other days, that will be June 16. Seniors can’t graduate more than five days before the official end of school. Superintendent Ron Spanjer said the district will likely wait until January to set the graduation date. “We have a lot of winter yet to go,” Spanjer said. “We’d like to get a little further into it before
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plane the next day and flew to Seattle, rather than Vancouver, and had to rent a car on Thanksgiving Day to get back to Blaine. Vancouver immigration lawyer Alex Stojicevic said ticket agents and security guards may be erring on the side of caution and may not be thoroughly trained on the new regulation. “This is not within the regular scope of work for these people,” he said. “The problem is that be-
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scheduling graduation.” The district also moved its monthly board of directors meeting from December 13 to Monday, December 19, at 2 p.m. The December board meeting typi-
cally doesn’t have a full agenda, and is expected to last just 15 minutes. The agenda is available on the school district’s website under the “BoardDocs” link.
cause there are financial penalties at stake, the default is to say no and keep people off their flights.” Canadian customs could fine airlines for allowing someone to fly to Canada without the right documents. After hearing of Steward’s experience, Blaine immigration lawyer Len Saunders said he’s advising his clients who are dual citizens to renew their Canadian passports and bring both passports when traveling. “Most of my Canadian clients who live in Blaine, Birch Bay and Semiahmoo – they don’t renew
their passports when they become naturalized U.S. citizens,” he said. Stojicevic said the same is true of his clients. Many UK-Canadian dual citizens, for example, have kept only their UK passports current. Those dual citizens are not exempt from the new rule and actually do need both passports when flying to or through Canada. Many of them don’t even know about the new rule, he said. “The reality is that this isn’t terribly well known and the fact is there has been lots of people getting stranded who weren’t aware of this new rule,” Stojicevik said.
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ly ambitious. “It’s something that allows something to happen down there that has not happened in the last nine years, almost 10 years now,” he said. “The fact is, you can’t expect the city or the port to wave a magic wand and create revenue-producing facilities. Somebody has to pay for it.” Commissioners participated in a swift back-and-forth in response to questions raised about downtown views, the expansion of marine-related use and the future of Blaine’s economy. Members of the public also came forward to express a mix of opinions on the proposal, with some lauding the project as a step forward in boosting activity along Marine Drive while others felt the amendment would warp the original vision of the plan. “As an active boater and a member of both Semiahmoo and Birch Bay Village Yacht clubs, this proposal would provide highly-sought-after services,” said Lynette Morris-Reade in a letter addressed to Blaine’s planning commission. “Being a small community, there are not many vendors in Blaine who can provide the services and amenities that Sundance Yachts is proposing.” Ed Lee shared similar sentiments, telling commissioners in a letter, “Anything the community can do to encourage the recreational boater and commercial marine operator to stop in Blaine on the way north or south will pay great dividends to Blaine and the surrounding area.” Pat Grubb and Louise Mugar, both publishers and owners of The Northern Light building located at 225 Marine Drive in Mariner Village urged commissioners to consider the amendment based on its merit and not on the existence of a potential tenant. John LeBrun approached commissioners with the same concern, commenting, “A longterm lease raising the height for a warehouse would preclude the use of this area in the future as it was intended.” The fate of the proposal is now in the hands of Blaine City Council, which is likely to vote on the amendment in January. Councilmembers have the option to approve or deny the original or modified application and can also make changes of their own.
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Semiahmoo locals sing songs of the season B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Semiahmoo Resort is continuing the decades-long tradition of inviting seasonal singers to an evening of old-fashioned caroling. This year, the event takes place at 5 p.m. on Sunday, December 18 in the San Juan Ballroom at the resort. A children’s event, led by Semiahmoo-based musician Dana Cohenour, will be followed by an evening of old-fashioned caroling. Cohenour will kick off the children’s portion of the event at 5 p.m., where she plans to rouse the crowd with a Christmas story and a few familiar holiday songs. Participants in the kid’s event may even get to take home a souvenir, she said. Cohenour will later join guitarist John Sturdivant and emcee Connie Serediuk in song during the main event. All ages and musical abilities are welcome, she said. “It really inspires Christmas spirit,” Cohenour said. Cohenour has led a spirited career in music for most of her life. She started her career in New York City and moved to Semiahmoo 14 years ago. She currently teaches kids age 1 to 4 about music in movement at the Opus Performing Arts Studio in Bellingham. “I used to play in smoky bars and cabarets,” she said, “Now I
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get to sing in the sunshine with smiling faces.” She’s won 18 national awards for her children’s albums, inspired by a variety of genres, and plans to release her sixth album soon. With the holidays just around the corner, she’s encouraging everyone to get in the musical spirit for a song or two during Semiahmoo’s
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Whatcom County sheriff reports: December 2 - 8 December 2, 2:06 a.m.: Attempted
with weapon on Seashell Way.
December 5, 12:56 a.m.: Suspicious
suicide on Forsberg Drive.
December 3, 6:38 p.m.: Serve war-
circumstances on Gemini Street.
December 2, 4:48 a.m.: Security
rant on I-5. Fort Wayne, IN, woman,
December 5, 11:38 a.m.: Serve pa-
check on Pointe Road.
55, arrested on fugitive from justice
pers on Terrill Drive.
December 2, 8:40 a.m.: Motor ve-
warrants.
December 5, 4:42 p.m.: Theft cold
hicle non-blocking, non-injury on An-
December 3, 7:21 p.m.: Motor vehi-
call on Kickerville Road.
derson Road. Blaine woman, 95, cit-
cle accident non-blocking, non-inju-
December 6, 7:03 a.m.: Assist citi-
ed for failing to stop at intersection.
ry on Portal Way.
zen cold call on Leeside Drive.
December 2, 10:21 a.m.: Alarm au-
December 3, 7:34 p.m.: Domestic
December 6, 12:11 p.m.: Welfare
dible on Semiahmoo Ridge Road.
verbal on East Street.
check on H Street Road.
December 2, 11:12 a.m.: Harass-
December 3, 10:20 p.m.: Assist citi-
December 6, 10:34 p.m.: Hazard on
ment cold call on Heronswood Drive.
zen cold call on Jackson Road.
Point Whitehorn Road.
December 2, 11:38 a.m.: Alarm au-
December 4, 12:43 a.m.: Neighbor-
December 7, 8:49 a.m.: Alarm audi-
dible on Maple Crest Street.
hood dispute cold call on Harbor-
ble on Beach Way Drive.
December 2, 2:56 p.m.: Welfare
view Road.
December 7, 9:32 a.m.: Landlord
check on Moonlight Way.
December 4, 12:55 a.m.: Party on
tenant dispute cold call on North
December 2, 7:07 p.m.: Senile sub-
Birch Bay Drive.
Golf Course Drive.
ject on Harborview Road.
December 4, 9:05 a.m.: Motor vehi-
December 7, 11:22 a.m.: Theft cold
December 2, 8:52 p.m.: Domestic
cle accident non-blocking, non-inju-
call on Hoier Road.
verbal on Castlerock Drive.
ry on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Blaine
December 7, 1:30 p.m.: Alarm audi-
December 2, 9:40 p.m.: Driving
resident, 16, cited for failing to yield
ble on Alderson Road.
while intoxicated on Birch Bay Drive.
right of way.
December 7, 1:43 p.m.: Mental on
December 2, 11:21 p.m.: Traffic haz-
December 4, 9:10 a.m.: Mental on
Blaine Road.
ard on Bay Road.
East Street.
December 7, 2:19 p.m.: Domestic
December 3, 12:32 a.m.: Bicycle
December 4, 2:28 p.m.: Juvenile
verbal on Harborview Road.
theft cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden
problem on Harborview Road.
December 7, 9:32 p.m.: Traffic stop
Road.
December 4, 2:47 p.m.: Property
on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Ferndale
December 3, 6:53 a.m.: Suspicious
found on Gleneagle Drive.
man, 38, arrested and cited for op-
circumstances on Loft Lane.
December 4, 4:23 p.m.: Suspicious
erating with license suspended third
December 3, 9:53 a.m.: Threat cold
person on Peace Portal Drive and
degree and cited for operating a
call on Beanblossom Lane.
West Road.
motor vehicle without insurance, al-
December 3, 11:49 a.m.: Suspicious
December 4, 8:13 p.m.: Shots on
tering/making a plate illegible, defi-
circumstances on Harvey Road.
Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
cient multiple beam headlight and
December 3, 1:02 p.m.: Hit and run
December 4, 8:16 p.m.: Suspicious
failing to renew expired registration
cold call on Grandview Road.
person on Alder Street.
more than two months.
December 3, 3:27 p.m.: Suicidal
December 4, 11:20 p.m.: Traffic stop
December 8, 2:37 a.m.: Alarm audi-
subject on Birch Bay Drive.
on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Ferndale
ble on Sunset Drive.
December 3, 4:38 p.m.: Domestic
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driving with license suspended third
cold call on Koehn Road.
Drive.
degree, and cited for operating a
December 8, 10:17 p.m.: Assist citi-
December 3, 4:39 p.m.: Subject
motor vehicle without insurance.
zen on Mountvue Road.
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Police Reports December 8, 9:40 a.m.: An officer found a bike that had been left outside of a building for more than 24 hours. The officer took possession of the gray BMX bike and will try to find its owner. The bike has many unique stickers on the frame that would make it easily identifiable to the owner. December 9, 11:59 a.m.: Blaine police responded to a report of a vehicle towing a sled on the roadway. An officer caught up with the young males and spoke with them about the dangers they were putting themselves and others in by doing this. The involved parties stated that they understood and agreed to cease and desist. December 10, 6:44 a.m.: Police responded to a suspicious circumstances complaint at a residence when the homeowner discovered unfamiliar footprints in the snow around their property. The resident reported it did not look like the prowler had gained entry to buildings or taken anything. The arriving officer examined the site and determined a battle had apparently taken place. The patterns of footprints and spent munitions told a story of energetic youngsters using the back yard to execute a flanking maneuver in a sneak snowball attack on opposing forces. Both sides
had removed their wounded and no prisoners were available for interrogation. December 10, 3:19 p.m.: A Blaine resident called police to report being harassed. The man stated that a friend and roommate borrowed money from someone and had to repay him. After his friend repaid his debt, he received threatening text messages stating that “the debt is not repaid.” After listening to the messages, the officer determined that no direct threat was made. The man was advised to block the caller’s number, given information on what types of language would constitute criminal threats, and was asked to notify police again if the problem worsened. December 12, 10:54 a.m.: A woman called police to report two teenage boys walking down the alley near her house carrying a rifle or BB gun. They were walking in the direction of Salishan Park. Officers responded and checked the entire area. No signs of the snow day posse were located, and no further calls were received. December 12, 4:25 p.m.: The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance on a traffic stop near Birch Bay Square. It was suspected there may be drugs in the vehicle. An officer arrived and recognized one of the suspects as a person
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ACROSS 1. Coastal raptor 5. Nobleman 10. Gentle 14. Eye drop 15. Kind of group, in chemistry 16. Ashtabula’s lake 17. Scar’s royal position in “The Lion King” (2 wds) 20. Egg cells 21. “Smart” ones 22. Stage item 23. Someone that persuades another 25. Pandowdy, e.g. 26. Blue hue 27. Symbol associated with Ireland 32. Ad headline 35. Christmas wish 36. Anguish 37. Interview with reporters and public figures 41. “Rocky ___” 42. Least good
43. 44. 46. 48. 49. 53. 56. 58. 59. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67.
“By yesterday!” Song holder Fold, spindle or mutilate “___ to Billie Joe” A poisonous plant Trim Hotel offering “Ain’t ___ Sweet” Failure to intervene ___ vera “Ragged Dick” author Drove Confined, with “up” Grace word Sundae topper, perhaps
DOWN 1. Character 2. “The Canterbury Tales” pilgrim 3. Lake nymph in Greek mythology 4. “To ___ is human ...” 5. Brewer’s need 6. Chieftain or prince 7. Reduced instruction set
computer (acronym) 8. ___ probandi 9. Nancy, in Nancy 10. A profession 11. Western blue flag, e.g. 12. In person 13. Big game 18. Smoker’s purchase 19. Base layer of paint 24. A Swiss army knife has lots of them 25. Clip 27. Taste, e.g. 28. Dagger handle 29. Admits, with “up” 30. ___-Cola 31. Castle part 32. ____ and span 33. “Mi chiamano Mimi,” e.g. 34. Island rings 35. After-dinner drink 38. Stockholm location 39. Pigeon’s home 40. Benjamin Disraeli, e.g. 45. The _____ Union 46. Measurement units 47. Call from the flock 49. Busy places 50. Basket material 51. Job 52. Japanese bamboo fencing 53. Become unhinged 54. Burrow 55. Soon, to a bard 56. Unload, as stock 57. Advocate 60. Bar bill 61. Even if, briefly
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who had a Blaine Municipal Court warrant. The man had attempted to avoid arrest on the warrant by giving the deputy a false name, but his plan was foiled when the Blaine officer arrived and set straight the confusion about his identity. The warrant was confirmed and a copy was sent to the jail where the man was being booked on felony charges related to the contact. December 12, 11:30 p.m.: A concerned resident called police dispatch to report a suspicious vehicle parked outside her home. Officers responded to the area and found the owner sitting inside the vehicle, which was experiencing mechanical problems. Officers assisted in pushing the vehicle out of the roadway until a relative could arrive to further assist the stranded motorist. December 13, 5:30 p.m.: A woman reported that while she was out of her car shopping for less than a minute, someone entered her unlocked car and stole her wallet from the front seat. The wallet did not contain any credit cards but, did contain approximately $25 Canadian cash. 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 December 16–December 22 at Blaine. Not for navigation. 49° 0’ 0”N - 122° 46’ 0”W
DATE TIME HEIGHT TIME HEIGHT Fr 16 12:22 am -2.5 7:54 am 10.8
1:23 pm 6.3 5:53 pm 8.7
Sa 17 1:08 am -1.8 8:40 am 10.7
2:27 pm 6.0 6:45 pm 7.9
Su 18 1:52 am -0.8 9:26 am 10.5
3:33 pm 5.5 7:45 pm 7.1
Mo 19 2:38 am 0.3 10:08 am 10.2
4:41 pm 4.8 8:57 pm 6.3
Tu 20 3:24 am 1.5 10:50 am 9.9
5:47 pm 4.1 10:27 pm 5.8
We 21 4:12 am 2.8 11:28 am 9.6
6:47 pm 3.2
Th 22 12:13 am 5.7 5:04 am 4.0
12:04 pm 9.4 7:33 pm 2.4
Weather Precipitation: During the period of December 6 to December 12, .52 inches of precipitation were recorded. The 2016 year-to-date precipitation is 35.05 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 45.4°F on December 11 with a low of 23.2°F on December 7. Average high was 36.2 and average low was 26.8. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
Holiday Festival of the Arts: Through December 24, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., 4145 Meridian Street, Bellingham. Shop for gifts from local artists. Saturday–Sunday live music, free kids activities and more. Info: alliedarts.org. Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Meeting: Thursday, December 15, noon, CJ’s Beach House, 7878 Birch Bay Drive. Lunch $15. Ugly sweater contest, Toys for Tots fundraiser and fun. Info: birchbaychamber.com. Shell-ebration: Friday, December 16, 4 p.m., Drayton Harbor Oyster Company, 677 Peace Portal Drive. Come celebrate the improvement of water quality and the removal of harvest restrictions of Drayton Harbor shellfish. Info: 778-6302. Living Nativity: Friday, December 16, 6–8 p.m., Northwood Alliance Church, 580 C Street. Free family event featuring horse-drawn hay rides, manger with live animals, hot cider, goodies, live music and hear the true story of Christmas. Info: 332-8610. Pacific Arts Market: Friday–Sunday, December 16–18, Sunset Square, 1125 E. Sunset Drive, Bellingham. Shop for gifts locally crafted by local artisans. Info: pacificartsmarket.com. Sleighbells Ring 2016: Saturday–Sunday, December 17–18, BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian. Info: bellewoodfarms.com. Neil Young Tribute Performance: Saturday, December 17, 6–8 p.m., The Beach at Birch Bay, 7876 Birch Bay Drive. Info: 922-0816. The Enchanted Toy Shop Dance Performance: Saturday, December 17, 7 p.m., Blaine Performing Arts Center. Students from Day-To-Day Dance perform. Adults $10, kids ages 5-12 $5, under 4 free. Old Fashioned Caroling: Sunday, December 18, 5 p.m., Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine. Sing-along caroling featuring Dana Cohenour on piano and John Sturdivant on guitar. Children’s program 5 p.m., main program 5:30 p.m. Dakota Creek Christian Center Christmas Banquet: Sunday, December 18, 5:30 p.m., 8732 Blaine Road. Free turkey dinner, musical, dance, and choral Christmas production. Raffle and door prizes too. This year in support of The Bridge at Birch Bay. Info: 933-1342. Ring of Fire and Hope: Saturday, December 31, 7 p.m., Birch Bay beach. Bring your own flare (without a spike) to end the year with a ring of light around the bay. Flares at Birch Bay Visitor Information Center at 5:30 p.m. courtesy of Mike and Rose Kent. Limit one per family. Info: 371-5004. New Year’s Eve at The Beach at Birch Bay: Saturday, December 31, The Beach at Birch Bay, 7876 Birch Bay Drive. Huskies v. Alabama at noon. Wear Husky gear and get drink specials during game. Jeffrey Elvis performance 7–9 p.m., dancing and karaoke 9 p.m.–close. Polar Bear Plunge: Sunday, January 1, noon, Birch Bay Beach Park, 7900 Birch Bay Drive. Registration begins at 10 a.m., awards at 11:30 a.m. and the plunge at noon. Info: 371-5004. Polar Bear Plunge Prefunk and After Party: Sunday, January 1, The Beach at Birch Bay, 7876 Birch Bay Drive. Free hot chocolate and coffee before and after the New Year’s Day plunge. Food and drink specials. Info: 922-0816.
Ongoing Birch Bay Activity Center Events: 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. Pound Fit, pickleball, yoga and more. Info: bbbparkandrec.com. Zumba, Line Dance and Yoga Classes: Blaine Pavilion, 763 G Street, Blaine. Sponsored by BBBPRD2. For full schedule, visit bbbparkandrec.com. Poker Tournaments: Sundays, 2 p.m., Wheel House Bar and Grill, 746 Peace Portal Drive. No limit. Must be 21+ to play. Info: 332-3512. Sit and Knit: Monday and Friday, 3–5 p.m., Beach Basket Yarns and Gifts, 7620 Birch Bay Drive. Info: 371-0332. 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. Pound Fit: Tuesday, 4–4:45 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Wednesdays 6–6:45 p.m., Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 a.m. Childcare provided. $5 drop-in fee. Birch Bay Toastmasters Club: Tuesday 6:30–7:45 p.m., Windermere building, second floor, Birch Bay Square, 8105 Birch Bay Square Street. Learn leadership and communication skills. Info: toastmasters.org. Semiahmoo Men’s Breakfast: First and third Thursdays, 8 a.m., Palmer Room, Semiahmoo Golf Course clubhouse. Breakfast ($15) and a speaker. Toddler Time: Thursdays, 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Bring a snack and let the kids run. Free. Blaine Weight Watchers: Thursdays, 5–6 p.m., 580 C Street, Blaine. Connections Café Karaoke: First and third Fridays of the month, 7–11 p.m., Dakota Creek Christian Center, 8732 Blaine Road. Fun for the whole family. Info: 656-6781, dakotacreekcenter.com. Open Gym: Friday 5:30–7 p.m., Saturdays, 2–4 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. For families and kids. Free. Info: 656-6416. Buddy Break: Free respite program for families with special needs kids. Second Saturdays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Birch Bay Bible Community Church, 4460 Bay Road. Reservations required. Info: 371-2300.
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Tucker Jensen, 12th grade
Jedely Velasquez-Chanchavac,
Having Tucker Jensen in class is a pleasure. He is always on time and ready to work when the bell rings. He can be counted on to help others in class by setting a good example of how a student can be successful. With his easy going personality, and friendly manners, Tucker is a benefit to have as a peer tutor and in the class as well.
Ethan Coyle, 8th grade
Ethan Coyle contributes to class discussions with thoughtful, insightful ideas. He takes his time to understand what we’re learning, and he consistently pushes beyond expectations. He works well in his group, raising the level of class discussions and projects.
Gracie Renskers, 5th grade Gracie brings a smile to everyone who works with her. She comes to school with a great attitude and a willingness to help wherever needed. Gracie is a generous, kind and enthusiastic student who works hard at everything she does and is always willing to “go the extra mile.”
12th grade Jedely is a good student who works very hard to understand the difficult concepts in AP Chemistry. She is organized, works well with others and is very generous with her friends. She is also vice president of a BHS club called Operation Beautiful. Jedely has a fun, bubbly personality and brightens up the room with her smile.
Brinn Dick, 8th grade
Deon Bowman,
Brinn is an outstanding leader, bright, caring, seeks the “Why” (not just the “What”), and a great tuba player. Brinn effectively serves as ASB President where she showcases her abilities to come up with, and follow through on, ideas that benefit the student body collectively.
Audry Dushkin,
1st grade Audry is hard-working, attentive, works on task, and does a nice job with her assignments! Audry’s reading and writing skills are really blooming. She takes the time to re-read her writing to make sure it is clear. She is a gem of a student!
We are pleased to present a monthly look at a few of the many local youths in the Blaine School District who enhance our society and our lives, as selected by their teachers or school staff.
5th grade Deon sets academic goals and uses strong study skills to achieve those goals. His attention to detail and willingness to check for accuracy are amazing. He contributes to all class discussions and projects. Deon is a serious and disciplined student who enjoys academic challenges. When he is not at school, you will find Deon playing or researching baseball.
Connor Crews,
1st grade Connor is a smart, hard working boy who does well with all his assignments. He adds much to our class discussions by making connections with his own life or other stories he has read. Connor loves to write and is very fluent with his stories. Connor brightens our day with his big smile and positive attitude!
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