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Parks district levy to go up for a vote in November, page 6

Local ukulele group entertains, page 9

Scenes from Drayton Harbor Days, page 10

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Large crowds visit Drayton Harbor Days for some maritime fun Atwood Ales announces plans for expansion B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e

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s Drayton Harbor Days took place August 5-6 and offered the public a variety of pirate-themed activities and contests. See more on page 10. Photo by Wayne Diaz

Construction will stall traffic on Sweet Road in Blaine Starting Monday, August 14, Colacurcio Brothers Construction will kick off a two-month-long construction project along Sweet Road and city staff are warning drivers to expect delays. The city contracted the Blaine-based firm in June for $622,755, well under the city’s $765,486 estimate. Work involves replacing a water main, adding a sidewalk and reconstructing Sweet Road from

Yew Avenue east to the city limits. City staff estimate the project will take two months to complete; however, dates and times are subject to change based on weather and scheduling limitations. “Motorists are reminded that weather and road conditions can change rapidly and should plan accordingly,” read a statement from public works. “When traveling through a construction area,

Birch Bay’s annual Rollback Weekend returns August 12-13 B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Prep your poodle skirt and dust off your driving gloves – the third annual Birch Bay Rollback Weekend is just around the corner this Saturday and Sunday, August 12–13. This year, event organizers with the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce are promising a full slate of music performances and vendors for the retro-themed

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will be awarded to participants. Last year, Aaron Case won first place for his 1954 Ford F-100, Russ and Cheryl Gregor won second place for their 1975 Dodge Dart Swinger, Harry Yeager won third place for his 2005 Ford Mustang GT and Shelly Dubois won fourth place for her 1969 Pontiac Firebird. Several musical groups are set to

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drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians are asked to be patient, proceed with caution and obey flaggers at all times.” The construction project is funded with state grant funding from the Transportation Improvement Board and is the first step in the city’s plan to completely reconstruct the road west, all the way to the railroad. The remainder of the project will take place next year.

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The 60 hop plants growing at Atwood Ales in Blaine are nearly ripe for picking and a small team of brewers is gearing up for more than just their annual harvest – last month, they announced plans to nearly double the size of their craft brewery by next spring. Atwood Ales opened over a year ago and is operated by husband and wife team, Josh and Monica Smith with help from their son Xavier Felmley. Parents Steve and Leslee Smith and Steve and Nancy Felmley also lend a hand. The small-batch brewery is located at the Smiths’ 100-year-old family farm on Sweet Road. The brewery regularly produces four types of beers, including Grange, a farmhouse ale; Mo’s Saison; No Whey, Bro, a sour blonde ale; and Dark Harbor, a stout made with oysters. The brewery creates experimental brews throughout the year, including its most recent batch called Rhuty, a sour ale with rhubarb. Most of the ingredients, including five varieties of hops, are grown on the estate while the rest is sourced from local vendors. “There’s an element of nature involved in determining every batch,” Josh said after emphasizing the importance of being cautious when experimenting with flavors. “I’m really interested in balance and approachability.” Josh spends upwards of 60 hours a week brewing up batches of the French and Belgian-inspired farmhouse ales. A full batch makes 26 cases of 12 beers that are hand carried up to a small barn attic for bottling. It’s an arduous ordeal in the summertime – one reason they’re looking forward to expanding the brewing workspace, Josh said.

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“After just over one year in business, we are seeing opportunities that we want to take better

advantage of,” read an announcement released by Atwood Ales in July. “Since our inception in the spring of 2016, one of our goals has been to produce barrel-aged, mixed-culture, wild, spontaneous and sour beers. While we

s Monica and Josh Smith in front of their home grown hops. Photos by Stefanie Donahue

have managed to produce some of these products, it has been tough to do consistently and in any real volume.” “We are not trying to turn into a huge production brewery with this expansion, it’s more about increasing efficiencies with our existing systems, and having the space for cooperage and long term storage of the delicious and time consuming beers,” read the announcement. The Smiths hope to nearly double the size of their brewery by next spring. Josh and his dad Steve will tackle most of the construction and plan to install a walk-in cooler, a temperature-controlled bottling and conditioning space, six to 12 new oak barrels for sour and experimental beers and an open work space. In the old space, they’ll add a few more tanks for fermentation and storage. The expansion will help the brewery satisfy their growing customer base, which now spans from Tacoma north to Vancouver. So far, about 20 businesses in Washington sell their ales, includ-

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The Editor: Please save the date and join us! We are excited to invite the community to “Summer Fun in the Park” on August 26 at 5 p.m. at Blaine Marine Park located on Marine Drive. This is a free event geared toward all ages. There will be live music from Gladstone and Trouble at the Henhouse and an outdoor movie (Lego Batman) will begin at dusk. Food, beer and wine will all be available for purchase. The beer and wine garden will be open from 5 to 9 p.m. and food trucks will be on-site all evening. We are hoping to make this an annual event but need the support of the community to make that happen – hope to see you there! For more information, please check out the event page on Facebook: Summer Fun in the Park. Jen Freeman and Leah Crews Windermere Real Estate Blaine The Editor I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the city of Blaine for sponsoring the 4th of July activities. We recognize the hours of planning and effort necessary to stage an all-day event such as this. The number of people in attendance speaks to the fact that people appreciate Blaine hosting this birthday celebration of the United States of America. When leading the parade, we continually hear the words, “Thank you for your service.” While we greatly appreciate the acknowledgment, it is not why we participate. We believe the people in Blaine on the 4th are there to acknowledge the sacrifices and celebrate the success of prior generations of Americans. Last Veterans Day, VFW Post 9474 dedicated a Battle Cross monument at the Blaine Memorial Park. The Battle Cross was selected because we believe it is a representation of the consistent commitment by each generation of Americans to those principles enumerated in the Declaration of Independence. The 4th of July must be celebrated. However, the evolution of this nation is not a one-day event, and it may not be a straight line of righteousness. It is, however, a commitment from generation to generation by its citizens to defend those values which they consider their unalienable rights. We are extremely offended by the actions of the city of Blaine, and a specific vendor. It is our opinion that if ever there is a day that the monument and Blaine Memorial Park should be featured, it is the 4th of July. Instead, the city of Blaine allowed the entire plaza to be occupied by vendors selling hot dogs, and the Battle Cross itself became a place to stack debris. This is sacred ground to us. We encourage the members of the city council, or any other city employee, to go count the names on the World War I memorial. Take the time to read the names on all the other plaques displayed from other conflicts and consider the implica-

tion of the Battle Cross as it relates to the 4th of July. We sincerely hope that in the future that the Blaine Memorial Park will be honored, not desecrated. Gerald L Busig, Jr. Commander Post 9474 Veterans of Foreign Wars Custer The Editor: Can you believe it’s early August and the 2017-2018 school year is on the horizon? Every year, the Blaine school district family service center provides low-income (those on free and reduced lunch), foster and homeless children with backpacks full of school supplies. This year we expect the number to continue to grow to over 250 students. The family service center is in need of school supply donations. If you would like to donate money you may do so, giving us the ability to buy supplies in bulk at a lower price. If you would like to donate supplies – backpacks, composition books, USB drives, highlighters, dividers and scissors are most needed at this time. For monetary donations, please mail a check to: Blaine school district family service center, Attn: Jessie Burton, 765 H St, Blaine, WA 98230. Please make checks out to Blaine Family Service Center (this is tax deductible and a receipt will be provided). If you would like to drop off a monetary donation or supplies, you may do so anytime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the district office at 765 H Street. This service is provided only by donations from amazing community members like yourself. We so appreciate your continued support of the resources that the Blaine school district family service center is able to provide to the families and students who are in need. I am always in awe of this community and the continuous generosity and giving spirit. Thank you so much to all who contribute! The school supply distribution for the 2016–2017 school year will be on Friday, August 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the family service center (located behind the old middle school gym, blue door is facing Blaine Elementary School). To qualify, you must have a student attending Blaine schools, and be on free/reduced lunch. This will be verified before services are offered. Thanks so much! For more information, please contact Jessie Burton at the Family Service Center at jburton@webmail.blainesd.org or 332-0740 (summer hours are limited so a phone call will be returned within the week). Jessie Burton Blaine School District The Editor: I felt compelled to write this letter after I got home from my daily walk on the beach at the Semiahmoo spit today. I was devastated to see that someone had spray-painted nearly every piece of large driftwood along the west beach near the main parking lot in Semiahmoo Park.

This is a place I had always considered my “happy place;” a place to beachcomb, watch the birds, meditate and just enjoy the beautiful view. In very large red and black lettering, someone had defaced a lot of the huge silvered driftwood with the words “love,” “peace,” “love your body,” “love your inner goddess,” “love yourself,” “be yourself,” etc. The irony of these words being spray painted on these lovely old pieces of driftwood was not lost on me. No self-respecting hippie would ever ruin these beautiful monuments of mother nature. I was sickened by the selfishness of this act, I quite literally nearly cried. In my opinion, vandalism like this is the result of parents and society not teaching children to respect and enjoy nature. My husband and I walk here nearly every day picking up trash left by the public, but our route will now be changed. I can’t bear to walk along that stretch of beach again. It is my hope that maybe the parks department has a way to remove the spray paint, but I can’t imagine how. This act of vandalism was obviously done when it was still light out, so I have to assume there may have been a witness or two. Please, people, speak up and confront vandals like this and protect our parks and beaches! Teresa Smith Blaine The Editor: I read with interest Bill Becht’s letter in your July 27–August 2 issue. His comments on over-policing of minor traffic infractions are spot on. I am a Canadian and one day in April I drove to the post office north on Mitchell from Peace Portal Drive and left onto H Street. Out of nowhere I was immediately confronted by a police officer who told me I was going 35 mph in a 25 mph zone and asked what was my hurry. I was stunned at the confrontational and aggressive manner of the officer. When I asked the location of the speed limit sign, I was told that all of Blaine had a 25 mph limit and that H Street had posted signs. When I explained that I was a visitor to the city and therefore did not know the rules, he brushed me off and proceeded to write me a ticket for $166. I retraced my route and there are no speed limit signs in that area of H Street heading west. There is one heading east but I would not have seen it. My point is, why would the city of Blaine condone such bullying behavior towards visitors, let alone local citizens? A simple warning would have sufficed and encouraged me to obey the rules next time. Instead I have told everyone about my negative experience and I am now hesitant to return. Darlene Wilson Langley, B.C. Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.

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Park district levy will be on November ballot By Oliver Lazenby Blaine and Birch Bay residents will vote on a six-year renewal of the Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 levy on November’s general election ballot. The levy rate of 10 cents per $1,000 in assessed value is the same as the current rate, which was passed in 2013 and expires this year. Under the rate, property owners pay $25 per year on a house with a $250,000 assessed value. The park district uses the money

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Local ukulele group strums classic tunes at the Blaine Senior Center P h o t o s a n d s t o ry b y A ly s s a E va n s

The Blaine Senior Center was bustling with activity on a Tuesday afternoon last month – cribbage players were cribbing, painters painted roses and others puzzled over a challenging puzzle near the pool hall. Away from the action was the Blaine Ukulele Group, eager to practice. As the group starts to play and find its rhythm with songs such as “You Are My Sunshine” and “Country Roads,” the tapping of feet quickly makes its way around the circle. Every so often, a smile breaks out as they sing the chorus to one of their favorite songs. Often, passersby stop to listen and continue humming as they step away. The group continues to play each song on the set list, regardless of whether or not the right notes are hit. “You can always tell when it’s bad because people will turn down their hearing aids,” joked Patrick Madsen, the group’s leader. The group started in 2015 after some members of the Bellingham Ukulele Group who lived in Blaine decided they wanted to get together between the Bellingham meetings. The group is open to anyone, regardless of age, skill level and residency. Members come from all over Whatcom County and sometimes out-of-state visitors join in. Those who want to participate but don’t have a ukulele can contact Madsen to borrow one. “You can learn the ukulele in 30 minutes,” Madsen said. Madsen has played ukulele for six years and guitar for 58. Most of the other group members have been playing ukulele for less than a year. Tom Burton joined the group in April, after starting to play on his own in January. “Coming to the group has been an eye-opener for me,” Burton said. “I’d recommend anyone playing an instrument play with other people.” There isn’t a wrong way to play

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the ukulele, which is one of the reasons Burton said he enjoys playing the instrument. “It was cool. They just let me sit down and play. I couldn’t even strum a chord,” Burton said. “It’s very inspiring to be here.” The group has a consistent attendance of around 10 people each

meeting, Madsen said. The group size provides an opportunity to get out and socialize with others. Being in the group provides a chance to learn things you wouldn’t otherwise if you were playing alone, said member Lynn Schuman. “I like the structure of the group,” said Jeri White. “There’s

more support than if we were alone. We tend to do better with numbers and sound better.” White’s grandfather was a musician, but she never had enough money to take music lessons while growing up. “Music keeps you happy. It keeps you going,” she said.

The Blaine Ukulele Group meets at the Blaine Senior Center on the second and fourth Tuesday every month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. More information about the Blaine Ukulele Group can be found at blaineseniorcenter.com or by contacting Madsen at pemadsen2000@yahoo.com.

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Saltwaterfront, glorious sunsets! Beachwalker Villa on pebbly shore! Southernmost building. Exceptional views from 4 decks. 2 suites up. Great rm, kit, powder on main. Walk to resort.

9495 Semiahmoo Pkwy #5 • $399,000

Stunning luxe waterfront penthouse condo. Unobstructed views. Private, unique, exquisite interior finishing detail that truly sets this home a part from all others. Chic, urban design in comfortable coastal setting.

9535 Semiahmoo Pkwy B305 • $895,000

Waterfront at Semiahmoo! Amazing 3 suite townhome, stellar water, city, mountain vistas. All primary living rms enjoy superb view on main flr. 1 guest suite up, 1 garden level, all waterside. Gentle Seller Financing. 2-car garage.

Single Story townhome in Resort Semiahmoo’s lush Gleneagle Villa. Great light, privacy. Highly efficient kit w/real wood cabinets and granite counters. Vaulted great room with gas fireplace. Spacious master, charming guest room.

Golf course! Essential living on one floor, guest quarters up. Wall of windows in the living room. Master suite w/ sitting area, fireplace, huge master bath. Walk in shower, his/her closets, Jacuzzi tub--the works!!

8745 Wood Duck Wy • $675,000

9499 Semiahmoo Pkwy B10 • $419,000

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9438 Turnstone Ln #25 • $825,000

Inland Pacific’s Crown Jewel, Northwest architecture. Waterfront community. New artisan quality construction, high-end appliances, fixtures. Quartz counter tops, hardwood.

9146 Aerie Ln • $875,000

4537 Fremont St • $375,000

Beautifully maintained split level, serene lot surrounded by nature. Turn key condition. Short walk from Lake Whatcom & just steps to Geneva Elementary. Fantastic open floor plan with large windows letting in plenty of natural light.

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Amy Bremer • (360) 961-0620 5438 Snow Goose Lane #108, Semiahmoo • $279,950

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COUNTRY CLUB VILLA! Beautifully remodeled, updated ground floor unit. 3 BDs & 2 full BAs. Master has ensuite bath & patio. SS dishwasher, refrigerator, LG capacity W/D, Corian counters, beautiful stone FP, tile, Pergo & cushy carpet flooring. Perfect rental, home, or golf getaway! Next to Semiahmoo Golf Resort.

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Single story custom home, private driveway, friendly wrap-around porch! Quality build, classic hardwood floors, French doors, remodeled master bath! Stunning green fronting location!

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8.5 acres, private PREMIER WATERFRONT ACREAGE! Expansive walking paths, 297 ft+/- bluff frontage w/ SWEEPING VIEWS. Road access to property & 100 ft+/- beach ownership.

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Furnished recreational, or full time residential 2-BD, 1.5-BA pristine condition. Lightly lived in jewel of Bay Rim complex: Quality finishes, new hardwood floors, high end ss appl, high ceilings, granite counter tops, dining, living & bedroom furniture, electric fireplace.

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321 12th Street, Blaine • $388,000 GREAT BUY! Brand new Blaine home! Excellent location to schools, I-5, shopping. Quality 4-BD, 2.5-BA home by Mountain States Builders, large open floor plan, 3-BD, 2-BA up. 1-BD on main could be office/ den. Gas fireplace in living room. Stainless package. Engineered hardwood floors, all tile bathrooms.

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Timeless waterfront home, prime medium bank w/ pvt access to beach, boathouse & tideland ownership. Westerly vistas from every room, main floor living w/ master retreat, chef’s kitchen.

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Carl W. R. Dufton • (360) 815-6637 JUST COMPLETED! Christy Imperio • (360) 201-4100 8822 Goldeneye Lane, Semiahmoo • $588,000 7448 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay • $445,000 TURNBERRY WOOD! Stunning 2,333+/- SF Northwest Contemporary. Quality home has 3BD, 2 1/2 BA, & is located on Semiahmoo’s par 5 13th fairway. Sunken living rm, separate dining rm, kitchen nook, nice kitchen & family rm with fireplace. New roof, new paint, new flooring, new carpet.

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WATERFRONT VIEWS! Rare jewel, across from beach access point, no home directly in front view. HUGE lot & zoned multi-family makes for great investment OR perfect year round home. Fenced yard backs to Terrell Creek with tons of space to entertain. THIS is the beach lifestyle home for you.

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JACOB’S LANDING! Great rental property. Ground floor unit at Jacobs Landing. #600 building. Lovely garden condo: 2-BD, 1-BA a stone’s throw from the beach. Awesome amenities at Jacobs landing like an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, etc. Year round living is also a great possibility! See everything Birch Bay has to offer.

Ruth Skeete • (360) 358-5075 9499 Semiahmoo Parkway #B9, Semiahmoo • $595,000

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COME ENJOY THE POOL! The Tides at Birch Bay, premier community of craftsman style cottage condos nestled on 11 acres of hillside above the bay. Beautiful private units are over 1200 SF, granite counters, rock gas FP, SS appliances, 2 BD, 1.75 BA, bonus loft, office/den plus a large covered back deck.

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

OBITUARIES Norma Jean McIntyre McDougall

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New distracted driving law enforced B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Just two weeks after Washington state rolled out its new distracted driving law on July 23, Washington State Patrol (WSP) released its first set of statistics, detailing the number of violations, citations and warnings issued between July 23 and July 29. In short, the law fines drivers for using a handheld device, such as a cellphone or tablet, either while in motion or stopped. It’s against the law for drivers to stream videos, type messages or access information on a handheld device while driving. Handheld devices can be used if the driver is parked or if they’re mounted to a dashboard and used

for hands-free navigation and calling. Devices can also be used to contact emergency personnel. Violators run the risk of receiving a Driving Under the Influence of Electronic ticket, which are reported to insurance companies and cost $136 for the first offence and $234 for the second. WSP is observing a six-month grace period to educate drivers but still plans to issue tickets when necessary. “If troopers observe distracted driving violations coupled with other dangerous driving behaviors, or if you’ve already received a warning about the new law, you run the risk of getting a ticket,” read a statement from WSP. According to the WSP, troopers made contact with 337 vio-

lators; issued 27 citations; wrote four written warnings; and issued 306 verbal warnings between July 23 to July 29. Previously, using a handheld device was a secondary offence, meaning a driver couldn’t be stopped unless he or she had committed another primary offence such as speeding. Using a handheld device is now considered a primary offence and police can pull someone over if they see they are using a device. In the week leading up to the law going into effect, between July 16 and July 22, troopers made contact with 273 drivers using cellphones on the road; issued 118 citations; made no written warnings; and issued 155 verbal warnings.

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Two shows scheduled at the Haynie Opry A variety of musical talents are preparing to play at the Haynie Opry, August 11 and 12. Starting at 7 p.m., Friday, August 11, Native American storyteller, actor and violinist Swil Kanim will hit the stage followed by Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band. On Saturday, August 12 at 3 p.m., Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band will perform an old-time gospel music matinee and a tribute to American songwriter, singer and guitarist Merle Hag-

December 4, 1929 – June 15, 2017 Norma Jean McIntyre McDougall passed away peacefully at the age of 87 surrounded by family on June 15, 2017. She was born in Paisley, Scotland on December 4, 1929 to her parents Maggie and Thomas Turner. She moved to British Columbia, Canada in May of 1952, with the love of her life Archibald McDougall, where they were married and went on to raise their four children together. Norma is preceded in death by her parents Maggie and Thomas Turner, husband Archibald McDougall, and sister Isabel Frame. She is survived by her children Brian McDougall, Lynn Taylor, Denise Magnusson, Janine (Ron) Schouten; her eleven grandchildren Christie McDougall, Todd (Melissa) Taylor, Amanda McDougall, Dwayne (Carey) Magnusson, Tabatha (Travis) Olson, Shawn (Margherita) McDougall, Michael Magnusson, Katie (Brian) Smith, Tiffany (Luke) Beebe, Brandy (Mac) White and Kyle Schouten. Her fourteen (soon to be fifteen) great-grandchildren; Taylor Olson, Khiarra Beebe, Griffin Smith, Madison Taylor, Tyla Olson, Piper Smith, Jade White, Payton White, Taytumn Beebe, Cooper Smith, Ryder Smith, Dylan Magnusson, Nora Jean Smith and Rowan White. Family meant the world to Norma, and words cannot describe how much of a blessing she was to her family. She lived her life to the fullest, and will forever be remembered for her sweet, loving, and kindhearted personality. Norma always had a positive attitude that was uplifting to everyone she met. She was a beautiful soul inside and out, and she will be dearly missed by many. The family would like to invite you to join them in celebrating Norma McDougall at her celebration of life on Sunday, August 20, 2017 from 2 to 6 p.m. at 5709 Nakat Way, Blaine, WA.

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Police Reports August 3, 1:48 p.m.: A woman reported her husband took a suspicious-sounding phone call, during which he said something about going to an ATM in Blaine and getting out as much cash as he could. He then left in a hurry, but not before passing his wife a note instructing her to call police. Enough information was collected to issue a watch for on the man and his vehicle, and the woman was then instructed to contact the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office. Information was put out to all officers and agents on patrol, but the man was not seen in the city. August 4, 7:50 p.m.: While out on patrol, an officer was flagged down by a couple walking their black lab puppy. The couple reported their untrained pup had just alerted them to a marijuana joint laying in the bushes. The concerned couple did not want the drug being found by children and promptly turned it over to the officer. The pup was offered a job with the officer on the spot, but the couple stated they wished to keep their canine. The officer took the marijuana and booked it into the evidence room, so it can be properly disposed of. The pup was rightfully given some extra treats for her deed. August 4, 6:35 p.m.: A business reported someone came into their store and stole a couple of power tools. When an em-

ployee tried to confront the person he shoved her out of the way and fled the store. The employee attempted to use her phone to take pictures of the suspect as he walked into the parking lot, but the suspect yanked her phone out of her hand. It appeared the suspect was going to take it, but the employee was able to fight for her phone and get it back before the suspect drove away. The business security system recorded good footage of the suspect, and officers are investigating. August 5, 3:40 p.m.: A person reported seeing a man urinating outside a vehicle in the Cost Cutter parking lot. An officer made contact with the man and warned him about his inappropriate behavior, and the officer cleared without further incident. August 5, 3:42 p.m.: Officers driving to a report of a man urinating in the Cost Cutters parking lot noticed another man urinating near the dumpsters in front of the Blaine High School on H Street. The man’s back was turned to the roadway, where several vehicles were driving past and a group of three juveniles was skating by. Officers arrested, cited and released the Massachusetts man with a mandatory court date. August 6, 12:30 a.m.: USBP agents notified officers of a gray/ white GMC pickup truck with a naked driver. Agents had been contacted by a Blaine resident

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39. Ever (2 wds) 42. Peer command 44. “My man!” 45. To fill with new ammo 47. Chronic disease characterized ulcerations 49. “How ___!” 51. Drink from a dish 52. Felt bad for 54. V.I.P. 58. Euripides drama 59. Turns away 61. Argus-eyed 62. Grimace 63. Ballet move 64. Collar inserts 65. Barley bristle 66. “Are we there ___?”

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who reported seeing the naked man pass by and get into a pickup truck. The truck was additionally described as missing a front plate, and the bed was covered with a tarp. The reporting party did not wish to be contacted. An officer checked the area, but due to the time delay, the truck and its al fresco driver were not located. August 7, 4:13 a.m.: Officers monitoring Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office radio were responding to assist with a possible in-progress vehicle prowl on Mayfair Place, just outside of city limits. While in route, the call was updated to a possible stolen vehicle which almost struck the responding area deputy as it was fleeing the area. The sheriff’s office made a mutual aid request. Officers arrived as one of the suspects fled on foot into the woods and the other was taken into custody. Border patrol agents and Blaine officers assisted with perimeter on a K9 track. All suspects were ultimately taken into custody. August 7, 6:35 a.m.: A Blaine resident telephoned the police requesting officer assistance with his adult son who was exhibiting mental health issues. An officer spoke with the son and determined he needed intervention. The individual was transported to the hospital. This report is provided by the Blaine police department.

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Weather Precipitation: During the period of August 1 to August 7, no precipitation was recorded. The 2017 year-to-date precipitation is 19.1 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 84.2°F on August 3 with a low of 55.6°F on August 7. Average high was 79.6°F and average low was 58.4°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.

Semiahmoo Women’s Club Luncheon: Thursday, August 10, 11:15 a.m., Palmer Room, Semiahmoo Golf Course clubhouse. Speaker: Brigadoon Service Dogs. Showcase artist: Jen Hui Wu. $25 buffet lunch. RSVP by 5 p.m. August 7 to B.J. Windrum, 817/600-4192. Fun with LEGO Robotics: Thursday, August 10, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Build robots and learn how to program them to do cool things. For ages 10+. Bimonthly. Info: 305-3637. Salmon of Terrell Creek and their Habitat: Friday, August 11, 2 p.m., Birch Bay State Park, BP Heron Center. Learn about salmon lifecycle and eating habits. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Snap Circuits: Friday, August 11, 3–4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 Third Street. Explore the basics of electronics while you build projects. Fun for ages 5 and up. Limited to first 12 kids. Parental supervision is suggested for younger children. Info: 305-3637. Summer Lock-in Party: Friday, August 11, 6:15–9 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Hang out with friends, play games. After-hours party planned and executed by teens, so there are lots of surprises in store! For middle and high school. Register online or by phone at 305-3637. Haynie Opry: Friday–Saturday, August 11–12, 7 p.m. Haynie Grange, 3344 Haynie Road. Friday, Swil Kanim, violinist and storyteller. Saturday, Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band tribute to Merle Haggard. Tickets $10. Gospel matinee, Saturday, 3 p.m., tickets $5. Info: 366-3321. Rollback Weekend: Saturday and Sunday, August 12 and 13, Birch Bay Beach Park, 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Live music, classic car show. Info: birchbaychamber.com. Native Plant Walk: Saturday, August 12, 10 a.m., Birch Bay State Park, BP Heron Center. Explore the second-growth forest and geology of the park. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Genealogy: Saturday, August 12, 10:30 a.m.–noon, Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Genealogy, Scottish history and Outlander fans will enjoy Heather Perks’ story of her 25-year quest to peel back the layers of time and make sense of the mysteries of her family history. Info: 305-3637. Backstage @ the Border Presents Kate Wallace & Doug Clegg: Saturday, August 12, 7–9 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett Street, Blaine. Original tunes and favorites by artists such as Loretta Lynn, Marty Robbins, Patsy Cline and more. Price: $7. Info: backstageattheborder.com. WTA Free Fare Week: Sunday–Sunday, August 13–19, Whatcom County. WTA will provide free rides on all buses (except Route 80X to Mount Vernon). Info: 360-676-7433 or visit ridewta.com. Northwest Washington Fair: Monday–Sunday, August 14–19, Lynden. Animals, rides, food, music and entertainment. Info: nwwafair.com. Travel to Vietnam with Lawrence Pang: Monday, August 14, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Lawrence Pang will take you on a virtual Vietnamese tour. Discover the people, the food, the architecture and more. Info: 305-3637. Read “GREEN” with Whatcom Transit Authority: Tuesday, August 15, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Guest from WTA will read a story on the bus. Info: 305-3637. The Boy Who Climbed the Mountain: Tuesday, August 15, 12:30 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Dr. Steve Morris of WWU uses this teaching fable about navigating the 10 stages of growth. Info: 332-8040. Books and Bites: Friday, August 18, 1–2:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Bring a lunch if you’d like and join the conversation. Discussing The Point of Vanishing by Howard Axelrod. Info: 305-3637. Blaine Taiji Academy Anniversary Celebration: Saturday, August 19, 8 a.m.–8 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. The public is invited to participate with Guo Cheng. Potluck to follow. Info: 332-8040. Big Bucks Bingo: Saturday, August 19, 1–3 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Open to the public. Admission, $15, includes eight games with three cards each. Lunch at noon, $6. Info: 332-8040. American Legion Breakfast: Sunday, August 20, 9 a.m.–noon, American Legion Post 86, 4580 Legion Drive. All you can eat. Adults $6, kids 6 and under, $3. Open to the public. Info: 371-7311. Brad Ambrose Memorial Golf Tournament: Sunday, August 20, 12:30 p.m., Dakota Creek Golf Club. Sign up at The Wheel House Bar and Grill. Cost: $75 per golfer. Four-person scramble. Dinner and silent auction at Wheel House Bar & Grill. Funds go to Brad’s son Ryder and two annual $500 scholarships for Blaine High School seniors. Info: 332-351. Dog Days of Summer: Sunday, August 20, 10 a.m., Lake Padden Park. 5K fun run/walk and festival. Free. Info: whatcomhumane.org. Annual Salishan Neighborhood Picnic: Sunday, August 20, 1–4 p.m., Salishan Park. Get to know your neighbors! Come dressed for the beach and enjoy music, hot dogs, games and prizes.

Ongoing Birch Bay Activity Center Events: 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. Pound Fit, pickleball, yoga, Country Heat and Total Barre Basics. Days and times: bbbparkandrec.com. Alaska Packers Museum: Friday–Sunday, 1–5 p.m., Semiahmoo Park. Free admission, donations welcome. Info: 371-3558. Saturday Evenings at The Bridge: The Bridge at Birch Bay, 4815 Alderson Road. Community Potluck, 5:30 p.m.; Community Worship, 6:30–7:30 p.m., an informal worship service in a café setting; Acoustic Café, 8–9:30 p.m. Free. Info: thebridgebirchbay.com or 360/366-8763. Litter Pick-up on Semiahmoo Spit: First Saturday, 11 a.m., Semiahmoo Marina Store. Walk the northeast end of the spit and pick up trash. Gloves and bags provided. Info: semiahmoomarina.com. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.

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Blaine man dies after losing control of his car city limits, according to a report from WSP. Thompson’s 1999 GMC Sierra struck a fence, drove into a ditch and rolled multiple times after he crossed into the northbound lane and overcorrected while turning back into the southbound lane. He was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle, WSP reports. He died on the scene.

B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers say high speed was the primary cause of a fatal car crash on August 2 that resulted in the death of a 30-year-old Blaine man, Kyle Wayne Thompson. The accident took place around 6:20 p.m. at 4753 Noon Road, just a few miles north of Bellingham

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