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Blaine wins 49–8 on homecoming night
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s Blaine sophomore Seth Blomeen, c., evades a tackle in the second half during a 49–8 victory over Cedarcrest on October 12 at Blaine High School. See more on page 6. Photo by Janell Kortlever
Smoked pot? It all depends upon when and where you did it Used it in B.C.? OK. Plan to use it in Washington? Not OK. B y P at G r u bb Current U.S. enforcement of federal laws against marijuana will not change when it comes to Canadians crossing the border following Canada’s national legalization of pot on October 17, according to Todd Owens, assistant executive commissioner for Customs and Border Protection’s
(CBP) office of field operations. Owens held a telephone press conference with journalists on October 16. In fact, CBP policy had already changed as late as October 9. In September, Owens was quoted in a Politico article saying that persons involved in the marijuana industry would not be allowed into the U.S. nor would investors in marijuana companies be considered admissible. However, in an October 9 update, CBP announced that “…a Canadian citizen working in or facilitating the proliferation of the legal marijuana industry in Canada,
The Northern Light wins 29 WNPA awards B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e The Washington Newspaper Publishers Association (WNPA) honored The Northern Light with 29 awards during its 131st annual meeting on October 11 to 13 in Yakima. A panel of judges from the Wisconsin Newspaper Association considered 1,146 submissions in the news category from 62 newspapers, in addition to hundreds more for advertising, sales, photography, website and general excellence categories. Published by locally-owned Point Roberts
Press Inc., The Northern Light competed with higher circulation, mostly-paid newspapers. This year, six awards were given to The Northern Light’s editorial staff. In the Business News Story category, reporter Oliver Lazenby won first place for the article titled, ‘Umpqua Bank to close local company’s account for confusion over hemp,’ which highlighted the bank’s refusal to work with Blaine-based company Rawganique due to its association with the hemp-growing industry. Reporter Stefanie Donahue took second place in the same category for the article
coming to the U.S. for reasons unrelated to the marijuana industry will generally be admissible to the U.S. However, if a traveler is found to be coming to the U.S. for reason related to the marijuana industry, they may be deemed inadmissible.” That brought a sigh of relief not only to individual pot users – big money must also be happy. Constellation Brands, the $42 billion wine and spirits company behind Corona, Modelo and Black Velvet Canadian Whiskey, announced in August that it (See Border, page 10)
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Political action committees, multi-billion-dollar corporations and a handful of wealthy donors are spending big bucks on statewide initiative campaigns leading up to the Tuesday, November 6 general election. Four initiatives and one advisory vote will appear on the ballot, in addition to a slew of candidates running for federal, state and county positions. Here is a look at who is funding campaigns ‘for’ and ‘against’ the initiatives, according to the latest data from the Public Disclosure Commission. Initiative Measure No. 1631 To curb greenhouse gas emissions in Washington, the initiative would impose a fee on major polluters to fund programs and projects that protect the environment. Large emitters of fossil fuels would pay $15 per metric ton of produced carbon content starting in 2020. The fee would increase $2 per metric ton each year until the state meets its greenhouse gas reduction goal for 2035; after that, the fee would become fixed, with adjustments for inflation. Not all polluters would have to pay the fee – certain facilities designated by the department of commerce, for example, would be exempt. Aircraft fuels, certain fuel used for agricultural purposes, motor vehicle fuel and other special fuels would also be excluded. According to the Washington State Office of Financial Management (OFM), the fee is expected to raise $2.3 billion within the first five years. A 15-member board would be responsible for allocating the money collected from the fee. Since the initiative would impose a fee, and not a tax, the money could only be used for purposes specified by the initiative. Two political committees called ‘No on 1631,’ sponsored by the Western States Petroleum Association, and ‘I-1631,’ sponsored by the Association of Washington Business, have raised a combined $22.1 million to campaign against the initiative.
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titled, ‘Blaine coffee roasters are brewing up more than just a cup of Joe,’ about the opening of Blaine-based, Barnyard Coffee. Publisher and managing editor Pat Grubb received first place in the Editorial category for his editorial titled, ‘What are they Hiding.’ The piece was written in condemnation of the 145 state legislators – including 42nd Legislative District senator Doug Ericksen and representatives Vincent Buys and Luanne Van Werven – who voted in favor of (See WNPA, page 3)
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a bill that would effectively reduce access to public records. In the Education Story category, reporter Oliver Lazenby won first place for the article titled, ‘Community grapples with youth mental health crisis,’ which drew on statistics from a survey conducted by the Blaine school district. The Northern Light contributors Alyssa Evans and Amy Pollard took first and second in the Personality Profile, Short category for the articles titled, ‘Blaine grad bound for naval academy’ and ‘Custer resident wins Ms. Wheelchair Washington 2017,’ respectively. Contributing photographers also took home four awards, including Janell Kortlever with second place in the Sports Photo, Black and White category for her photo of high school seniors Isaiah Russ and Dalton Mouw and Walter Selden with second place in the Color Pictoral category for his photo of Fourth of July fireworks. Taking third place in the same category was Grubb for his photo of the super blood blue moon. Co-publisher Louise Mugar, along with contributors Debbie Harger and Karmen Terris, won third place in the Color Photo Essay category for their collection of photos from the Fourth of July Celebration in Blaine. In the advertising category, The Northern Light took home 18 awards, including first place in the Smaller than Half-Page Ad, Color category for a Big Al’s Diner ad created by Molly Ernst and Ruth Lauman; third place in the Most Original Idea category for a Semiahmoo Resort ad created by Lau-
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The Editor: In the October 4-10 edition of The Northern Light, a writer responded to another letter writer’s opinion about Starbuck’s outdoor fireplace. Over the past week that letter has engaged community conversation; not about the fireplace, rather the use of words. How thankful we are to live each day knowing we are free: safe and secure by the protection of our police officers, Border Patrol, emergency responders, churches, schools and teachers, and multiple community programs; steadfast in mind that we can have ideas, goals, opinions and convictions, and that we are free to share them publicly and privately. Indeed, we are truly a blessed people. The written word, as well as the vocal, can dishearten perspective to our freedom of speech. How we use our words is critical to the health of our community. Words that can come across as bitter, mean, or presumed attacking does no worthy of good to self or community. It does in fact bring to light a very deep need for self, community, and beyond. The need and necessity to impart love, kindness, hope, joy, generosity, manners, grace, and forgiveness to all. It begins in our mind, convicted in our heart, and expressed in our words and actions. Song writer Hawk Nelson penned, “Words made me feel like
a prisoner, made me feel set free. Words made me feel like a criminal, made me feel like a king. They’ve lifted my heart, they’ve dragged me down. Words can build you up, words can break you down. Start a fire in our heart, or put it out. Let our words be truth, let our Words be Life...” In our freedom to express our words, it is okay to agree, disagree, and agree to disagree. Let us use our words to build one another up so that we can maintain the diverse, healthy spirit of community we are proud to live in. Shirley Sell Blaine The Editor: In your “Get to know your candidate” Q&A, Doug Ericksen’s promise to fix the Exit 274 problem was particularly disingenuous considering how, in 2016, he diverted previously approved funding for the project to his hometown of Ferndale. The same holds true for the flyer he recently mailed out claiming he is an environmentalist. What was he doing double-dipping in D.C.? Helping Donald Trump dismantle the EPA? No one who identifies with Blaine or the environment should vote for Ericksen. Neal Engledow Blaine
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The Editor: Here’s an idea. Let’s elect a state senator for legislative district 42 who will work for us, not for their own aggrandizement. Her name is Pinky Vargas and she is prepared to concentrate on advancing legislative priorities that will benefit the people of Whatcom County and the whole state. As a team member in the Democratic caucus she will bring her passion for education which prepares young people for the world of the future; she’ll continue studying and learning about the challenges of climate change to better contribute to government action that will help us manage this threat. Pinky Vargas is a well-qualified and experienced woman who knows about public service, especially how to work with people of divergent views. Raised on a farm and now living in a city, Pinky appreciates the urban-rural nature of Whatcom County. Please join me in electing Pinky Vargas the next state senator for legislative district 42. Helen Worley Blaine Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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Man arrested after pointing gun at sheriff’s deputies B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e During an hours-long standoff at a home in Birch Bay last weekend, two Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies ducked for cover after Kyle Diehl, 36, allegedly pointed his 9 mm handgun in their direction. According to the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WSCO), deputies arrived to the home at Seashell Way around noon on October 13 after receiving a domestic dispute report from Diehl’s girlfriend.
After leaving the residence with her son, she used her neighbor’s phone to report that Diehl was “highly intoxicated and suffering from mental health issues.” Deputies found Diehl outside the home when they arrived. Shortly after, he raised his handgun and pointed it at two deputies who immediately took cover and demanded that he drop the weapon. Diehl ran into the home where his five-year-old daughter was and fired his weapon. A crisis officer from the county SWAT unit
negotiated with Diehl to get him to surrender. He subsequently let his daughter leave the residence unharmed while refusing to surrender until around 3:30 p.m. He was arrested on suspicion of first degree assault and booked into Whatcom County Jail. A search warrant was served and a 9 mm handgun was found in the living room; a spent shell casing was found outside of the home, “where Diehl [allegedly] fired a round in the direction of the deputies,” according to the sheriff’s office.
Blaine switches to What-Comm 911 for dispatch services To quicken response times and improve safety for law enforcement, the city of Blaine switched to What-Comm 911 for emergency dispatch services on October 8. All calls made to 911 in Whatcom County connect to WhatComm 911, a dispatch center located in Bellingham, where a dispatcher determines if a caller needs police, fire or medical assistance. Prior to switching over to What-Comm 911, calls that required a police presence in Blaine, for example, were transferred to the U.S. Border Patrol dispatch center, adding an extra time-consuming step. The switch will cost the city an estimated $60,000 to $70,000 per year. “We encourage people to call 911,” said Blaine police department lieutenant Ryan King, emphasizing that residents should not call Border Patrol in the event of an emergency. King said non-emergency reports should also be submitted to What-Comm 911 by calling 360/676-6911, not the Blaine police department. In addition to lowering response times, the switch to What-Comm 911 is also expected to increase the safety of
Blaine police officers. Using updated computer aided dispatch systems in their vehicles, officers will see real-time data from What-Comm 911, in-
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The puzzle pieces are coming together for Blaine football after an on-and-off season with shifts in strategy, positions, and several injuries. And it’s just in time – After a 49–8 win against Cedarcrest (3– 4, 1–3 in conference games) on October 12, Blaine’s record improved to 3–4, and 1–3 in conference games. If the Borderites win the final regular season game this week against Anacortes (0– 7), they’ll advance to the first of two loser-out post-season games. If Blaine keeps playing the way it did against Cedarcrest, they’ll advance to the state tournament, said head coach Jay Dodd. “I think we played our best game of the season last week,” he said. “I think we’ll be a tough out in the district playoffs and there’s a legitimate chance we could make it past that.” Blaine scored its first touchdown against Cedarcrest in the
first quarter on a 1-yard run by senior running back Alex Mercado. Mercado scored again in the second quarter, making the score 14–0 at halftime. Mercado continued running the ball, scoring twice more in Blaine’s 28-point third quarter. Senior Derek Machula also scored in the third quarter on a 41-yard interception and sophomore quarterback Will McKinney made a 5-yard pass to senior wide receiver Chase Abshere for another score. Sophomore Seth Blomeen scored Blaine’s final touchdown in the fourth quarter on a 1-yard run. In total, Mercado rushed for 139 yards on 22 attempts and McKinney completed 10 passes on 21 attempts for 87 yards. The offense fired on all cylinders, but the Borderites’ defense really broke the game open for Blaine. The Borderites intercept-
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ed four passes in the third quarter thanks to Machula, Blomeen, and juniors Zane Rector and Mason Vega. “I thought our defense set the tone by swarming the ball and being on attack mode the whole time,” Dodd said. “Cedarcrest couldn’t breath on offense.” The Borderites are finally starting to click as a team, Dodd said. Machula played in his first game after three weeks on the sidelines due to a back injury, Abshere was healthy after being sick for a few weeks, and the team has more experience with some of the position changes Dodd made mid-season. In game five, Mercado moved to running back and senior Jacob Westfall switched from running back to guard, where he’s blocking for Mercado along with Gavino Rodriguez. “Alex has only played nine or 10 quarters as a running back, but he is reading the blocks well. He’s explosive,” Dodd said. “And now we have guards on both sides that are very athletic. Those moves have really benefitted the offense a lot.” But perhaps a bigger factor in Blaine’s blowout against Cedarcrest, Dodd said, is the team’s mindset – the team showed up ready to play. That wasn’t the case during a 40–0 loss at Mountlake Terrace the previous week. “We had an open conversation at Mountlake Terrace after the game. We said ‘hey guys, let’s talk about this, because this was not good,’” Dodd said. “I think we learned a big lesson at Mountlake Terrace. We played our best game last week so we want to keep building on that.” The Borderites play next at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 19 at Anacortes.
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In other Borderite sports... Volleyball After beating Meridian 3–1 on October 11 at home and Nooksack Valley 3–0 on October 16 away, Blaine varsity volleyball has won six out of its last eight games. With a 6–4 record in conference games (6–5 overall), the Borderites have already secured a spot in the postseason, which starts October 30. Blaine beat Nooksack Valley with set scores of 25–22, 25–16 and 25–23. Senior Kati Newton had six kills, seven blocks, two serving aces and 14 digs; senior Ashley Dickerson had eight kills and eight blocks; sophomore Kylah Wilskey had 34 assists, two serving aces and 16 digs; and junior Cassidy Condos had 25 digs and three serving aces. Next, Blaine hosts Sedro-Woolley (4–7) at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 18. Blaine’s senior night and final home game is at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23 against Anacortes (4–7). Soccer Blaine varsity girls soccer lost 3–0 to Meridian on October 10 at home. On October 16, they won 7–1 at Nooksack Valley. Blaine’s record is now 4–9–1 overall and 2–8–1 in conference games. Next, Blaine hosts Sedro-Woolley at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 18 for Blaine’s senior night and final home game. Cross Country On October 11, on the short, 2.6-mile course around Lake Padden in Bellingham, Blaine freshman Eleeshiyah Faulkner got her first varsity first place finish, crossing the finish line at 17 minutes, 12 seconds. Blaine junior Taylee McCormick finished fifth in 18 minutes, 6 seconds.
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s Blaine freshman Eleeshiyah Faulkner on the final stretch to the finish line on October 11 at Lake Padden. Faulkner finished first against runners from seven other schools. Photo by Oliver Lazenby
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Blaine Primary School. Baas said about six kids are coming consistently and there’s room for more. On a recent Wednesday at Kaleidoscope, kids were learning about the harvest season, painting with sponges, playing with trains and drawing on whiteboards. After informal play they form a circle for stories and songs. Originally created by the Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Network in King County in 2007, the program has four main goals, according to its guidelines: to provide caregivers and parents with resources and support in order to help children learn (parents or caregivers are expected to stay for the whole session); to build connections and a circle of support; to give children developmentally appropriate learning experiences; and to give kids and caregivers a life-long love for learning. Natalie Hawes, a Birch Bay-area resident, started bringing her son to the program to help him learn to be in a structured setting and to ease the transition to attending school, she said. “Also, for my own sake as a mom, I wanted to see where he is with things like sharing, kindness and socializing,” Hawes said. The Blaine school district also hosts a Kaleidoscope Play and Learn group at Blaine Primary School from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Fridays. That program started four years ago, according to Randy Elsbree, executive director of federal and special programs for Blaine school district. “The Blaine program became really popular and we had a lot of
parents coming from Birch Bay,” Elsbree said. “So having something in Birch Bay made a lot of sense. It’s a lot easier for parents to network with each other and plan activities at home.” The Kaleidoscope program fits into a recent nationwide push for more early childhood education programs. In the Blaine school district, other recent changes to early childhood education include state-funded full-day kindergarten, which started in 20162017, and the Blaine Primary School’s summer program for incoming kindergartners. “The earlier we can intervene and help parents work with their kids and help kids be better prepared for kindergarten, then the better off kids are going to be,” Elsbree said.
s The Birch Bay Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Group meets at Birch Bay Bible Community Church, at 4460 Bay Road. The church shares some toys and other resources with the program.
More tourists wanted B y T ay l o r N i c h o l s The Blaine Tourism Advisory Committee selected communication design company BounceBox SPC to update the city’s tourism and marketing plan at a meeting on October 12. The city put out a call for proposals last month, seeking a tourism plan that would increase visitors to the area, benefit the local economy, and preserve natural assets. “We’re looking for a new brand for Blaine,” said Blaine community and tourism development coordinator Debbie Harger. “We just want to have something fresh.”
Julie Johnson and Eric Sheckler, the two-person team behind BounceBox, have been doing destination marketing for nearly 20 years, Johnson said. They’re currently working with Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism, and have worked with clients such as Washington State Tourism and the Seattle Seahawks in the past. “Blaine is already well-loved and well-represented,” Johnson said. “To promote Blaine we’re going to work with folks who are already doing that.” BounceBox’s proposal, estimated to cost $30,000, is scheduled to wrap up in March 2019.
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Winter Weather Information Sometimes weather conditions create the need for a late start, or the cancellation of school for the entire day. There are a number of ways that you can access school schedule information on inclement weather mornings. Push notifications and automated calls will be sent through the “Blaine SD” mobile app. The Blaine School District website (www.blainesd. org), KGMI, and Seattle TV Stations will have updated details as early as 5:30 am and no later than 6 am. Parents may also call the Schedule Hotline at 360-332-0789 for school schedule information. Severe weather bus route schedules can be found on the Blaine School District website. When school is closed, all school activities, including after school athletic practices, are also canceled. Student and staff safety remains our primary concern.
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Capital Projects Update • The second phase of construction was completed at Blaine High School, and students arrived for their first day of classes in a new two-story building, with 19 modern classrooms, connecting the Phase 1 facility to the Science Building. During the third and final phase of construction, school offices have been moved to the future band room located east of the cafeteria. • In the last week of August, Elementary School teachers and students returned from summer break to five newlyremodeled classrooms. Also, the play shed outside the cafeteria was enclosed and painted. • Seismic upgrades were completed at both the Middle School and Ken Waters gyms. The Middle School Gym was also re-insulated. • New electronic door locking systems were installed over summer break at Blaine Primary School, Blaine Elementary School and Blaine Middle School. These safety systems include cameras and a “buzz in” feature at each school’s main entry points. We continue to be thankful to voters for their support as we work to improve our campus!
Attendance Counts Every absence matters and families play a key role in making sure students get to school every day. Whether excused or unexcused, missing just 2 days per month adds up and threatens the educational foundation that is critical to a student’s academic success. Being late for school often may lead to poor attendance in the future. What can you do?
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Blaine School District has recently refined attendance guidelines to be more in line with Washington State requirements (WAC 392-401). The new guidelines use common language to help parents know the expectations. You can find the attendance guidelines on your child’s school website under Menu>Parents and Students. Let’s work together to make your child’s success a reality.
This new student section resides here with the intent to give people in this tight knit town a feel for the upgraded Blaine High School. Coming from a student perspective, the goal is to characterize and communicate a significant aspect of our community.
A Day In The Life Of A Borderite
It’s 8:10 on a Friday morning in the heart of Blaine. Students arrive, entering through the glass doors of the cafeteria. They go inside to find their friends, socializing before starting their day. It comes up on 8:15 when Vice Principal Vezzetti calls out “Head to class!” A rush of students floods the new narrow halls. The bell rings at 8:20, then moments later, we recite the Pledge of Allegiance and receive announcements. Throughout the two-story building, students work hard for four periods. At 12, everyone is dismissed for lunch where they get a break from their diligence. Fifth period follows lunch; then it’s activities time, where students break off into clubs. By sixth period, students are waiting for the clock to strike 2:50. We all may be ready to go, but one thing is for sure, it was another great day to be a Borderite.
Family Resource Fair on December 5 Blaine School District will hold the first annual Family Resource Fair from 5-7:30 pm on Wednesday, December 5 in the High School Cafeteria. Families are encouraged to come and learn about resources available in our community. Local organizations will be on-site to discuss opportunities and support. There will be rotating presentations, for parents and teens, in the High School Theater on the topics of Suicide Prevention and Social Media Awareness. Dinner will be provided and there will be a free raffle and prizes. We hope you will join us for this exciting event.
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holdings in producer Tilray, Marley Natural and Leafly, the world’s most popular cannabis website. Privateer has more than 350 employees and has raised well over $100 million. Owens told reporters that he didn’t expect there to be much change at the border as a result of the legalization. Visitors who have used marijuana in the past or are determined to be a drug abusers or addicts will still be considered inadmissible to the U.S. However, when asked what time period the “past” referred to, he replied it applied to before the date of Canadian legalization. He added that officers had wide discretion and would most likely question travelers on their intended plans and activities while in the States. If the officer believed that a visitor would be likely to use marijuana during their visit, the visitor could be deemed inadmissible. The logic of denying entry to someone who uses pot legally in Canada and plans to use it legally in Washington state was not explained.
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s The Community Assistance Program and Interfaith Coalition collected 512 coats as part of the annual winter coat drive last month, said representative Laura Vogee. Distribution of the donated items will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, October 19 at the Cost Cutter Shopping Center, unit 280. Photo courtesy of Laura Vogee
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How to be an eco-friendly pet owner The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals estimates there are between 70 and 80 million dogs and 74 and 96 million cats in the United States, while the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association estimates that there are approximately 7.9 million cats and 5.9 million dogs in Canada. With pets so prevalent, pet owners can benefit the planet, themselves and their pets by taking stock of their approach to pet care to see if there are ways they can make that approach more eco-friendly. Here are a few ideas to get eco-conscious pet owners started. Adopt from a shelter. Animal overpopulation is a global problem. When a person adopts an animal from an animal shelter, he or she is combating overpopulation while giving an animal a second chance. The Humane Society of the United States estimates that between six and eight million cats and dogs enter shelters each year, 2.7 million of which are ultimately euthanized. Adoption saves lives, reduces the burden on shelter resources and helps decrease the demand for puppy or kitten breeding. Buy biodegradable litter and pet waste bags. When picking up after a pet, use eco-friendly waste bags. Biodegradable bags will decompose after roughly
one month. Some cat litters are made from all-natural and biodegradable materials, which can reduce the impact on landfills and the environment. Spay or neuter your pet. One of the simplest ways to end the cycle of pet overpopulation is to spay or neuter young pets before they reproduce. This helps reduce the strain on the local ecosystem and can cut down on waste as well. Look for eco-friendly pet care products. Just as you would read the ingredient labels for products designed for home or personal use, you should consider what goes into the products you buy for your pets. From shampoos to cleaning items to the foods pets eat, choose items that are geared around lowering the environmental impact of your pets. Make your own treats. Purchase pet cookbooks or visit pet recipe websites so you can prepare homemade dog and cat treats. Doing so gives you a measure of control over the ingredients in your pet foods while also reducing the need for eco-unfriendly packaging. Donate as you upgrade. When purchasing new items for your pets, think before you dispose of the older items, which may be useful to nearby shelters. Contact the local shelter to see if they need any items. Otherwise,
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How to recognize skin and food allergies in dogs Learning about allergies and how to recognize them in dogs can help pet owners ensure their fourlegged friends live happily. Skin allergies The most common type of allergic reactions in dogs, skin allergies, also referred to as “allergic dermatitis,” are caused by flea allergy dermatitis, food allergies or environmental allergies. Flea allergy dermatitis is an allergic reaction to flea bites. Dogs may be allergic to flea saliva, which can make them very itchy, particularly at the base of their tails. As dogs scratch their itches, their skin can become red and inflamed and may scab over. The American Kennel Club notes that itchy skin may also be a byproduct of food allergies or sensitivities to certain foods. In such
instances, the most common places dogs will itch are their ears and paws. Itchiness also may be accompanied by gastrointestinal issues. Dogs that only seem to itch their skin during certain times of the year may be dealing with skin allergies resulting from environmental allergens like dust, pollen and mold. The ears and paws are the most commonly affected areas in these instances, though dogs also may feel itchiness in other areas, such as their wrists, ankles, muzzle, underarms, groin, around their eyes, and in between their toes. Food allergies and sensitivities Food allergies may not be as common as people think. In many instances, food sensitivities are to blame for many symptoms dogs exhibit. If the veterinarian suspects
a dog has a food sensitivity, he or she will work with dog owners to identify the ingredient that is causing a reaction. Both food allergies and food sensitivities can trigger gastrointestinal problems like diarrhea and/or vomiting. Skin conditions like hives and facial swelling may be indicative of an allergy. Itchiness, poor skin and coat, and chronic ear or foot infections are among the symptoms of food sensitivities. Diagnosing allergies in dogs can be complicated. Veterinarians may first try to rule out other conditions that may be causing symptoms in your dog. If the vet suspects an allergy, he or she may try to confirm this by utilizing an elimination diet that restricts what the dog eats for 12 weeks.
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Get to know your candidates With November 6 less than a month away, The Northern Light reached out to candidates running for Whatcom County Council, Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney and Public Utility District 1 positions. The candidates are listed below in the same order as they appear in the voter’s guide. For more candidate Q&As, including those with candidates running for positions in Legislative District 42, visit thenorthernlight.com or see last week’s edition of The Northern Light.
Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney Eric Richey (D) Q: If elected, you will succeed David McEachran, who has served as prosecuting attorney in Whatcom County since 1974. What differentiates you from both your predecessor and your opponent? A: A prosecutor’s job is to protect the community. Dave McEachran has done an excellent job prosecuting serious cases while treating others with respect and my office will continue to do that. My goals are to keep the community safe and to reduce incarceration. We have lower-level cases where we can better protect the community with treatment rather than incarceration. I will: work with law enforcement to divert cases into treatment and reduce many low-level cases, and will recommend probation and treatment instead of jail. There are important differences between my opponent and me: experience and relationships. I have extensive experience doing this work and supervising other prosecutors. My opponent has never prosecuted a single felony in Washington state. To change a system as complex as our criminal justice system requires trust and relationships. My opponent does not have these relationships and during the campaign has burned any possible bridges with the very people such as law enforcement he would need to work with. I will emphasize a team approach with our community partners to lead the Whatcom County Prosecutor’s Office into the future. Q: The voters of Whatcom County have consistently rejected funding a new jail. What policies are you proposing to reduce over-crowding of the jail? Are you supportive of sentencing alternatives, such as electronic home monitoring? A: As your next prosecutor, I will reduce incarceration rates and I support diversion, treatment, drug and mental health court and alternatives such as electronic home monitor-
ing. Rare individuals need the longest jail sentence possible in order to protect the community. Most offenders are going to get out of jail at some point and pounding on people just because we can is not helping anyone. Under my leadership, we will use the lightest touch possible to get people to stop committing crimes. I will reduce low-level crimes to misdemeanors. Shifting focus from the incarceration model will reduce overcrowding, and reduce the need for a large new jail. James Erb (D) Q: If elected, you will succeed David McEachran, who has served as prosecuting attorney in Whatcom County since 1974. What differentiates you from both your predecessor and your opponent? A: We have had the same leadership in this important office for nearly 44 years. Mr. McEachran has been in office since 1974 and my opponent has worked for Mr. McEachran for over 25 years. I am running for Whatcom County Prosecutor because I believe it is time for a real change in leadership and approach in this important office. I have a fresh perspective and a modern approach to criminal justice. I will focus less on incarceration and more on alternatives including treatment for people suffering with substance abuse disorder or mental health issues. I am eager to work with the Whatcom County Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force to implement the effective strategies that other communities have used to safely reduce their jail populations so that we do not have to raise taxes to pay for a big, expensive jail in Ferndale. Q: The voters of Whatcom County have consistently rejected funding a new jail. What policies are you proposing to reduce over-crowding of the jail? Are you supportive of sentencing alternatives, such as electronic home monitoring? A: I am one of those voters, and the primary reason that I decided to run for this important office is because I understand that the current policies and practices of the prosecutor’s office have fueled mass incarceration in Whatcom County. We are locking people up at a rate 16 percent higher than the state-wide average. We lock up too many people. I strongly support alternatives to incarceration including expanding the use of electronic home monitoring. The city of Bellingham has saved over a million dollars in one year by using electronic home monitoring as an alternative to incarceration. We must also increase access to the county’s therapeutic drug court and mental health court. The prosecutor’s current approach to drug court does not meet nationally accepted best practices. We need to change that. We also need to work with other stakeholders to increase access to community-based mental health treatment options for people suffering with mental illness. It’s time for a change.
Whatcom County Council, At Large, Position B Carol Frazey Q: What sets you apart from your opponent? What unique qualities or skills do you bring to the table that differentiate you from the sitting council members? A: I feel that my experiences growing up on a farm and being in the first generation of my family to attend college, along with those of being a business owner and mother, differentiate me from my opponent and the sitting council. I promise to consider the longterm effects of every decision I make and to reach out to those who will be most affected by those decisions. I am willing to ask the uncomfortable questions and take the time and effort to find win-win solutions to help fellow councilmembers hear your voice. Q: Housing values have increased tremendously in Whatcom County. What programs would you support to increase the availability of affordable housing? A: We need to provide creative options for making and keeping housing affordable throughout Whatcom County. As a council member, I will support the creative, well-planned-out, fiscally responsible, visionary programs the community brings to the table. The programs that I currently see helping with housing affordability are 1. Whatcom Housing Authority’s tax-exempt bonds and/or the low-income housing tax credit program and tenantbased housing choice voucher 2. Kulshan Community Land Trust – I know several people who have purchased homes for their families through this program. This is a great success for them and our community. 3. Bellingham Home Fund – The levy passed in 2012, and hopefully again this year, for working families, veterans, seniors with housing needs, and people with disabilities. 4. Also, to help ease the effects of urban sprawl and help keep housing affordable, we need to increase the purchase and transfer of development rights programs. This will allow developers to purchase the rights to subdivide land closer to our urban areas while protecting our forests and farmland. Q: If elected, what will your priorities be? A: My priorities for Whatcom County will be finding creative solutions for our water issues, homelessness, our jail and criminal justice system and the effects of rapid growth in our county. These fall under our focus on the individual, environmental, and economic health of Whatcom County. Using my strength of teambuilding and collaboration, I will bring together non-profits, businesses and government agencies to find creative solutions to the issues facing Whatcom County. This will require leadership and vision. I would be honored to
serve all members of our community on the Whatcom County Council. Mike Peetoom Q: What sets you apart from your opponent? A: I am involved in the Birch Bay and Blaine communities. I understand the local issues. I see the value of keeping Cherry Point open and not over taxing and over regulating businesses and the people who live here. I believe in less regulations, less taxes, less policies and the strengthening of our individual communities. Q: What unique qualities or skills do you bring to the table that differentiate you from the sitting council members? A: As a small business owner and Birch Bay chamber member, I have worked with several levels of government. Working in construction has given me the knowledge to understand infrastructure. Both have given me the necessary perspective to make county council decisions that would benefit our county, businesses and individuals. Q: Housing values have increased tremendously in Whatcom County. What programs would you support to increase the availability of affordable housing? A: As a contractor I have seen heavy regulations and high permitting costs be a factor in rising housing costs. I will work to reduce these regulations to help make housing more affordable. I will also support organizations in our county that provide housing assistance. Q: If elected, what will your priorities be? A: I will work to bring balanced solutions to county council, slow down regulations, stop the attacks on local businesses, work to meet the needs of each individual community in Whatcom County and help those who are in our community to thrive. Helping our community members to be successful will decrease homelessness, increase mental health and increase each individual’s ability to be economically stable.
Public Utility District 1, Commissioner, District 2 Atul Deshmane Q: Why should voters care about voting for a PUD commissioner? How does Public Utility District 1 affect the lives of people living in Blaine, Birch Bay and Point Roberts? A: Right now the PUD is focused on supporting the three refineries near Ferndale. Many of the employees live in that area. There are opportunities to grow the regional economy further. Public infrastructure helps us achieve amazing things. We might take it for granted but it takes tremendous coordination and effort. There are many oppor-
tunities to unleash potential in north Whatcom and east Whatcom County that need better infrastructure. Q: If elected, what will your priorities be? A: The PUD can work with private and public entities to help grow broadband and renewables and collaborate in water conservation. Much of the county has little or no broadband access. Renewables can grow further and a pro-active regional partner can help to do that. With enthusiasm for infrastructure we can help our community be even better. I am thrilled by the prospect of carefully planning and executing these projects with public and private entities. Paul Kenner Q: Why should voters care about voting for a PUD commissioner? How does Public Utility District 1 affect the lives of people living in Blaine, Birch Bay and Point Roberts? A: Whatcom PUD 1 has served Cherry Point industrial customers since 1952. We supply energy to Phillips 66 refinery and water to industrial customers such as Alcoa. By serving Cherry Point with low cost utilities we’re helping all of Whatcom County, including Blaine and Birch Bay, by assisting these industries in providing living wage jobs. We work and support our local agricultural community and initiate water, energy and environmental projects and programs. We are collaborating with Birch Bay Water and Sewer District and Drayton Watershed Improvement District to consider a regional agricultural water supply concept using PUD water to augment stream flow and supply irrigation needs in the Drayton and California creeks drainage system. Q: If elected, what will your priorities be? A: 1. To preserve our water rights and develop a water supply plan. The lack of this plan is encumbering the region’s ability to reach consensus on the water rights issues and ways that water supply needs relate to land use throughout the county. 2. To continue the PUD’s successful technical assistance program helping small water districts with grants from the Department of Health. 3. To continue discussions with the Port of Bellingham to enhance greater broadband fiber throughout the County. 4. To consider partnering with the Port of Bellingham and Whatcom County to explore the creation of a new non-fossil fuel business park at Cherry Point. 5. To continue supporting local agriculture through new approaches to water supply and water rights. 6. To continue efficiently running a $21,000,000 utility without utilizing any tax payer money. General election ballots will be mailed to registered voters on Wednesday, October 17. The voters’ pamphlet should arrive shortly after. Have questions? Call 360/778-5102.
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Community theater group returns to the big stage in Blaine B y T ay l o r N i c h o l s Blaine Community Theater will mark the end of an eight-year hiatus when the curtain opens on “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” on Friday, October 19. The theater group, which formed in 1999, faded out as audience interest declined and those involved slowly lost steam. Blaine residents Mikael and her husband Nick McDonald, who were both involved with the original group, are reviving it with a new energy that Blaine Community Theater has not seen in years. Although the group formed in 1999, it wasn’t until 2003 that members were able to secure a performance space at Blaine International Center that they could call their own. They built a stage out of milk crates and plywood, dragging in old couches and church pews for audience seating.
They performed there for four years, holding poetry nights and yard sales to raise money when revenue from performances didn’t cover the rent. They lost the space in 2007 to make room for what is now The Dollar Tree. Without a performance venue, the theater troupe struggled. Members put on performances in the Blaine Senior Center and the Blaine High School Performing Arts Center, but had trouble finding actors and filling seats. Both Nick and Mikael said they kept wanting to revive the group but raising their three children meant they weren’t able to commit. “I always wanted to get back to theater,” Nick said. Their youngest child started kindergarten this year, giving Nick and Mikael more time to focus on revitalizing Blaine Community Theater. “We’re feeling like we’ve got enough breathing space, we can
do it,” Mikael said. “And we’re feeling there might be enough support out there that we can make it work.” The pair got what was left of the old board together in April and voted to reinstate Blaine Community Theater. The group did a short performance at the Fourth of July celebration and performed an abbreviated version of “Pirates of Penzance” at Drayton Harbor Days in August to get their name out there and generate interest. “The question I heard more than anything else was, ‘Oh, I didn’t even know Blaine had a community theater,’” Nick said. “So, we’ve got to get out there and let people know we’re here. We’ve got to give them something to support.” Mikael and Nick are gearing up for their first full performance, “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” which Nick
I want it back,” Mikael said. “I’ve been missing it like crazy. It’s just a piece of me that’s missing if we’re not working on a show.” Nick added, “I want to prove there’s quality theatre in Blaine,” he said. “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” will show on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 19-21, and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 2628. Friday and Saturday shows start at 7 p.m., and Sunday shows start at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $13, or $11 for students and seniors, and are available at bit.ly/2AeMWAi or can be purchased with cash only at the door.
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is directing. This is the first show Nick has been a part of in Blaine that didn’t require calling in favors from actors to fill roles, he said. “We’re in a place where there needs to be a theatre in Blaine,” Mikael said. The old milk crates and church pews may have been retired but the DIY spirit hasn’t been. Nick’s hand was wrapped in bandages last week, a casualty from building sets at home. “I’ve always felt that as a director, it wasn’t a good show if I hadn’t cost myself a couple years off my life,” Nick said. Between directing, set-building and planning their upcoming show, Nick and Mikael have found time to dream up plans for the future. The pair is interested in putting together children’s programs for next summer, Mikael said. They’re also considering teaming up with local businesses to do dessert theater, or “dinner and a show” deals. They also hope to host holiday shows, Mikael said. They’re currently seeking submissions for their Christmas Chautauqua, a holiday variety show featuring community talents. “It’s been a lot of work this far but
ers, raise the age to 21 to purchase pistol and semi-automatic assault rifle and create new criminal offenses, including a new class C felony of Community Endangerment Due to Unsafe Storage of a Firearm in the First Degree, for injury or death caused as a result of improper gun storage, among other provisions. Paul Kramer sponsored the initiative. In 2016, his son was seriously injured by a 19-yearold gunman who killed three people using an AR-15 at a party in Mukilteo. Four political committees are opposing the initiative and have raised a combined $568,272. Top donors include the National Rifle Association of America ($200,000) and the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms ($20,000 cash and $124,694 in-kind). In support of the initiative is the ‘Safe Schools Safe Communities’ political committee, which has raised $4.7 million.
Top donors include the late Microsoft co-founder, Paul Allen ($1.2 million); venture capitalist Nicolas Hanauer and his wife, Leslie ($1.2 million); and former CEO of Microsoft Steve Ballmer and his wife Connie ($1 million). Initiative Measure No. 940 The initiative would require law enforcement to undergo violence de-escalation, mental health and first aid training, adopt new use of deadly force standards and provide first aid in certain circumstances. State lawmakers proposed this initiative as House Bill 3003 during the last legislative session and attempted to pass it as-is after amending it to include language proposed by various police organizations and other interest groups. The state supreme court ruled that was unconstitutional and left it up to voters to decide. The initiative would require law enforcement to pass the “good faith” test in order to avoid
criminal prosecution as result of the use of deadly force that results in death or great bodily harm. An independent investigation would also be required. Coming out against the initiative is a coalition of groups closely aligned with police personnel and guilds, which have raised a combined $207,028. Top donors include the Seattle Police Officer’s Guild ($90,000); the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs ($17,025); and the King County Police Officer’s Guild ($15,000). The ‘De-Escalate WA I-940’ committee has raised a total of $3.2 million to campaign for the initiative. Top donors include the Puyallup Tribe of Indians ($600,000); venture capitalist Nicolas Hanauer ($350,000); the American Civil Liberties Union ($250,000) and Washington, D.C.-based Open Society Foundation ($230,000). To learn more about campaign finance, visit pdc.wa.gov.
s Rossner Gideon, r., who plays Dr. Jekyll in the upcoming production of “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” is the recently-appointed treasurer of the reinstated Blaine Community Theater board.
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Top donors include Phillips 66 ($7.2 million); BP America ($6.4 million); Marathon Petroleum-owned Andeavor ($4.4 million); American fuel and petrochemical manufacturers ($1 million); and U.S. Oil and Refining Company ($558,531). Advocating for the initiative are the ‘Clean Air Clean Energy WA’ and ‘Fuse Voters’ political committees, which have raised $11.2 million. Top donors include Seattle-based The Nature Conservancy ($1.6 million); the League of Conservation Voters ($1.4 million); and co-founder of software company WRQ, Craig McKibben and his wife Sarah Merner ($1 million). Initiative Measure No. 1634 The initiative would prohibit local governments from imposing taxes, fees or assessments on
certain raw and processed foods, beverages and ingredients such as meat, produce, grains, dairy products, soda, spices and condiments. Alcoholic beverages, marijuana products and tobacco would be exempt. Rallying against the pro-soda initiative is the ‘Healthy Kids Coalition’ political committee, which has raised $12,930 from eleven donors, including the American Cancer Society. The ‘Yes! To Affordable Groceries’ political committee has raised $20.2 million from eight donors to advocate for the initiative. Top donors include Coca-Cola ($9.7 million); PepsiCo ($7.3 million); Keurig Dr. Pepper ($2.1 million); Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc., ($911,021); and Red Bull ($237,212). Initiative Measure No. 1639 Considered to be the most ambitious attempt at gun reform in the state, the initiative would require increased background checks and training for gun own-
s Actors Robert Cervantez, l., and Derrick White, r., act out a scene at a rehearsal for “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” on October 11.
s The cast of the upcoming play “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” is made up of actors from across the county.
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Police Reports All law enforcement incidents are reviewed on a daily basis by the Blaine chief of police. Depending on the nature of the incident, the chief directs police personnel to conduct a follow-up investigation. Visit thenorthernlight.com to read a full list of reports.
October 10, 2:44 p.m.: Officers responded to a report of an assault at the Blaine middle school. Officers spoke with the complainant and found no probable cause for a crime. Officers did identify several other potential victims. Further investigation revealed that no probable cause for a crime could be substantiated. The school district is addressing the matter administratively. October 10, 8:16 p.m.: A Blaine business called to request assistance with two guests who were refusing to pay for their food. An officer arrived and spoke with the customers who agreed to pay their bill. October 11, 10:44 p.m.: Blaine police responded to the 300 Block of D Street where a business was reporting employee theft from the cash register. The incident is currently under investigation. October 11, 3:41 p.m.: Blaine police were dispatched to a report of employee theft at a business in the 1700 Block of H Street. Officers are investigating the incident. October 11, 10:04 p.m.: A parent called police to report her 15-year-old son was refusing to come home. That son later returned. She then reported her 16-year-old son also was late. The 16-year-old has a history of dis-
obeying parents. He was later located and found to be fine. October 12, 2:18 p.m.: An individual contacted the police to turn in a wallet that had been found near the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks at the border. An attempt is being made to determine the owner. October 12, 6:55 p.m.: Officers were contacted by a man who had found a set of car keys on Marine Drive. The property owner contacted the police and was able to retrieve her property. October 13, 1:30 p.m.: Blaine police were requested to back up the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office when a suspect pointed a firearm at deputies and later fired a round into an unknown direction. Blaine police officers remained on scene until the suspect was taken into custody. October 14, 9:43 a.m.: Officers were dispatched to a noise complaint. An officer arrived and spoke with the reporting party who advised their neighbor is constantly playing loud music, and they have asked them to stop. While the officer was on scene, no music could be heard. The reporting party asked that the incident be documented. Follow up will be made with the neighbor playing the loud music.
October 15, 8:05 a.m.: A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent located an abandoned bicycle and helmet in a ditch near the 600 block of A Street. The agent brought the bicycle and helmet to the police department where it was stored as found property until an owner is identified. Chief’s Note: Do you have a question for the Blaine Police Department? Do you want to be on Facebook? Give us a call and you may be the next social media celebrity on the city of Blaine website. An example of our work can be seen right now at www.facebook.com/ BlaineCity/. Watch the video post where officer Jake Farrer meets with Rawganique general manager Christy Lonquist to discuss counterfeit money. If you are a business owner or citizen with a similar question or concern then give us a call at 360/332-6769. We will also be hosting an open house on Wednesday, November 7, between 5 and 8 p.m. This is a chance to meet the staff of the Blaine Police Department. We will also have displays by other first responders, including the auxiliary communications service. Kids can take photographs with patrol cars and officers. Food and refreshments will be provided. See you then. Report by Blaine Police Department.
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Monster Maze at Tsawwassen Mills: Through October 31, noon–7 p.m. Tsawwassen Mills, Tsawwassen, B.C. Elaborate 1600 s.f. indoor Halloween maze for monsters of all ages. Free. Complete the maze and get a scratch & win card for prizes. Info: tsawwassenmills.com. Lynden Craft and Antique Show: Thursday and Friday, October 18 and 19, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Saturday, October 20, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1775 Front Street, Lynden. Antiques, collectibles, décor, garden art, gifts, food, woodworking, quilts and more. Admission: $6. Info: lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. Humana Medicare Advantage Plan Seminar: Friday, October 19, 10 a.m., Blaine Library, 610 3rd Street. Live Music at Bay Breeze: Friday, October 19, 6–9 p.m., Bay Breeze Restaurant and Bar, 7829 Birch Bay Drive. Featuring JP Falcon Grady. Live Music at The Vault: Friday, October 19, 7-9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring: Mike. Bohnson. Blaine Community Theater Presents Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m., October 19, 20, 26, 27 and 2 p.m. Sunday, October 21, Blaine Performing Arts Center. Adults $13, students and seniors $11 at the door (cash only) or bct-drjekyll.brownpapertickets. com. Info: blainecommunitytheater.com. Pancake Breakfast: Saturday, October 20, Blaine Senior Center, 763 G street. Choice of pancakes, French toast or waffles, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice. Adults $6, kids under X $4. Info: 36/332-8040. NSEA Community Work Party: Saturday, October 20, 9 a.m.–noon. Improve salmon habitat by planting native trees and shrubs. 7035 Jackson Road, and catch shuttle to the site. Info: 360/715-0283. Putting Your Garden to Bed (or Not!): Saturday, October 20, 10 a.m.–noon, Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn the benefits of starting a winter garden and guidelines for creating a healthier garden next year, including how to plant fruit trees/bushes, divide perennials, and provide winter protection. Info: 360-305-3637 . Mini Vintage Book Necklace: Saturday, October 20, 1 to 2 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Create a literary fashion piece made from deconstructed books and upcycled materials. All materials provided. Register online or call 360-305-3637. Pumpkin Carving at Semiahmoo: Saturday, October 20, 1–3 p.m. Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Parkway. $10 per pumpkin. Info: Semiahmoo.com. Kids Karnival: Saturday, October 20, 1–3 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini St. Costume parade at 2:30 p.m., Games, arts and crafts, prizes, face painting. Info: bbbparkandrec,org. Custer Gospel Night: Saturday, October 20, 3 p.m., Custer United Methodist Church, 2996 Main Street, Custer. Featuring Claudette Dykstra Sterk, Custer UMC choirs & friends. Dessert to follow. Freewill offering for hurricane victims. Everyone welcome. Live Music at The Vault: Saturday, October 20, 7-9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring: Lefty and the Right Hand Band. Community Breakfast: Sunday, October 21, 9 a.m.–noon, American Legion Post 86, 4580 Legion Drive. Open to the public. Adults $6, children 6 and under $3. , Info: 360-371-7311. Christ the King Blaine Campus Launch: Sunday, October 21, 10 a.m., Blaine Community Center, 763 G Street. Come to the first worship service of the new Blaine campus. Info: blaine@ctk.church. Salishan Neighborhood Association Meeting: Sunday, October, 21, 3–5 p.m., 287 Boblett Street. Guest speaker: Jesse Creydt with the Healthy Youth Coalition. Simply Sauerkraut: Wednesday, October 24, 4 to 6 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Turn lowly cabbage into delicious, healthy sauerkraut with simple, everyday supplies. Info: 360-305-3637 . Trivia Night: Wednesday, October 24, 6 p.m., Palmer room at Semiahmoo Golf and Country Club, 8720 Semiahmoo Parkway. Info: semiahmoo.com. Blaine Community Theater Submissions: Seeking community submissions for the Christmas Chautauqua. All ages welcome to perform music, dance, skits, poetry, variety acts, etc. with a holiday theme. Info and applications: blainecommunitytheater.com. Deadline: October 26. Rocktoberfest: Saturday, October 27, Pizza Factory, 738 Peace Portal Drive. Trick or treating for youth at 3 p.m.; food vendors 3–8 p.m.; beer garden and live music by JP Falcon Grady and Exit 266 4-10 p.m. Pasta and Lights: Saturday, October 27, 5:15 p.m., Blaine Senior Center 763 G Street. Choice of pasta plus garlic rolls, salad, dessert and one complimentary beverage. Live music by Allie Ryser at 6:15. Tickets $15, $25 per couple, $5 kids under 9. Info: 360/332-8040. Harvest Dinner: Saturday, October 27, 4:30–7 p.m., Custer United Methodist Church, 2996 Main Street. Turkey dinner, fixin’s and homemade pie. Adults $9, kids 6–12 $6, under 6 free. Info: 360/366-5181. Halloween at Paso: Saturday, October 27, 7 p.m.–midnight, Paso del Norte, 758 Peace Portal Drive. Drink specials in the bar, prizes for best costume. Info: 360/332-4045. Teen After Hours Halloween Party: Friday, October 26, 6:15–9 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Games, contests, karaoke, rood, and more. Come as you are or wear your best disguise. Share your scariest horror story for prizes. For grades 6-12. Registration required: 360/305-3637 . Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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SECOND PLACE: Ms. Wheelchair Washington 2017
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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. Publisher & Managing Editor Patrick Grubb publisher@pointrobertspress.com
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“The people of this state do not yield their sovereignty to the agencies that serve them. The people, in delegating authority, do not give their public servants the right to decide what is good for the people to know and what is not good for them to know. The people insist on remaining informed so that they may maintain control over the instruments that they have created.” Thus begins the preamble to Washington state’s Public Records Act. The act was approved by voters in a 1972 initiative and ensures that anything that is recorded in writing and possessed by the government is open to the public unless a specific law prohibits it. Budgets, emails, letters, reports, even Post-It notes, are included in the law’s mandate. At the time of the bill’s adoption, the law only allowed 10 exemptions from disclosure. Currently, there are well over 500 exemptions in the Revised Code of Washington. In a secretive and hasty bit of legislative maneuvering, state legislators have created the biggest exemption of all. They’ve exempted themselves. This cynical effort to avoid public scrutiny comes after Thurston County Superior Court judge Chris Lanese ruled in January that the legislature is indeed subject to public disclosure laws in a
Contributors In This Issue Taylor McAvoy and Josh Kelety
The Editor: This is a response to the letter advising us to be on the lookout for petitions for I-1600; I will be on the lookout, but probably not for the reasons intended in this letter. I’m sure we can all agree that in the most prosperous country in the world, a person shouldn’t go broke keeping his family healthy, but handing it over to the government isn’t the solution. The incorrectly
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titled ‘Affordable Healthcare Act’ should have taught us that. The supporters of this initiative have this utopian vision of a flawlessly-run system totally void of any greed or corruption, the only interests served being are those of the grateful beneficiaries of the state’s services and benevolence. However, anyone who has ever had to deal with a governmental agency on any level sees a system run by lobbyists and special interest groups that will eventually be crippled by corruption, apathy and incompetence. My own personal experience with state run healthcare took me several months dealing with three different agencies, and ended up costing me hundreds more per month than before they offered mandatory help to my problem. As humans, we have a tendency toward imposing simple solutions to solve complex issues thinking that if you just do it my way, all of our cares will vanish. We often don’t see that we’re simply trading one set of problems for another – sometimes with disastrous results. Steve Berndtson Blaine
SECOND PLACE: Seniors Isaiah Russ & Dlaton Mouw
The Editor: Two of our founding principles are not working well. The right to bear arms (including machine guns) which, in many cases, takes away the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The evidence lies in the more than 32,000 U.S. gun deaths in 2017. When we suffered a terrorist attack by airplanes in 2001 we were able to go to war in the Middle East to prevent further attacks by foreign nationals. To that end we have bent the laws, sacrificed the lives of our military, spent upward of a trillion dollars and restricted many from entering the country. Citizens now endure pat downs, X-rays and removal of our shoes in airports throughout the land. That also intrudes on our right to privacy. But we put up with it to prevent foreign inspired terrorism. It is past time to tackle home grown terrorism and evidence shows the sale of AR-
Janell Kortlever
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lawmakers and staff, and lawmakers and constituents. Even the appeals process will be controlled by the legislature. Not surprisingly, the passage of this law has spurred an immediate and overwhelmingly negative reaction. A number of newspapers including The Bellingham Herald and The Seattle Times have published front page editorials against it. Jason Mercier, director of the Center for Government Reform, wrote that “Lawmakers have awoken a sleeping giant,” and displayed a long list of editorials, articles and posts that have been published by newspapers, local and national, and commentators such as former Attorney General Rob McKenna and the League of Women Voters of Washington. Most editorials have called on citizens to contact Inslee to urge him to veto the law. This would force the Senate and House to vote again, this time under the glare of public view. If you believe your public servants shouldn’t decide what is good for you to know and what is not good for you to know, let your voice be heard. To contact the governor to ask him to veto the bill, go to bit.ly/2F7AWDN. To express your opposition to the bill with District 42 legislators, email Doug.Ericksen@leg.wa.gov, Luanne.VanWerven@leg. wa.gov, and Vincent.Buys@leg.wa.gov. For a list of every legislator’s email address, go to bit.ly/1BMyo1z.
Letters The Editor: Congratulations to Paso Del Norte and Black Forest Steak House who were voted Best of the Bite! This year’s Bite of Blaine featured 17 Blaine and Birch Bay food vendors and was so delicious! Our thanks go out to the staff of Umpqua Bank, Blaine Healing Arts, The Northern Light, Blaine Girl Scouts and many other volunteers for putting it all together. We especially appreciate all who attended the event, and those who donated auction items that helped to raise over $14,000 for our awesome Old Fashioned 4th of July. Carroll Solomon, chamber secretary Blaine
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case brought by the Associated Press and other media outlets who had been denied access to documentation of sexual assault and harassment complaints filed against lawmakers. Calling it an “emergency,” the leadership privately put together a bill and rushed it through the Senate and the House without benefit of public hearings or consultations on Friday – and made it retroactive to the beginning of statehood. There are very few heroes in this story – out of 145 legislators, only 21 voted against the measure. Both parties voted for this travesty – both parties deserve condemnation. Our three District 42 legislators; senator Doug Ericksen and representatives Vincent Buys and Luanne Van Werven voted in favor. Ironically, Van Werven is a member of Washington state’s Sunshine Committee, a group charged with reviewing all exemptions to the disclosure act. Mid-afternoon Tuesday, the committee voted 7-0 to ask Governor Jay Inslee to veto the law. Only one of the legislators on the committee, representative Larry Springer, showed up. He expressed opposition to the motion but left before the vote. The legislators have tried to paint a happy face on this law – don’t believe them. Among other things, the bill will allow a wide range of communications to be confidential such as those between lawmakers,
THIRD PLACE: Fourth of July Celebration
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Birch Bay Water & Sewer District: Second and fourth Thursdays, 4:30 p.m., district offices, 7096 Point Whitehorn Road, Birch Bay. Info: bbwsd.com.
Birch Bay Watershed & Aquatic Resources Management District: Third Wednesday, 6 p.m., location varies. Info: bbwarm.whatcom county.org.
Blaine City Council: Second and fourth Mondays, 6 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: ci.blaine.wa.us.
Blaine Park and Cemetery Board: Second Thursday, 4 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: 360/332-8311, ext. 3330.
Blaine Planning Commission: Second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m., Blaine City Council chambers, 435 Martin Street. Info: blainepc@ cityofblaine.com. Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation: Second Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., Birch Bay Chamber Office, 7900 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay. Info: blainebirchbayparkandrec.org.
Blaine School Board: Fourth Monday, 7 p.m., Blaine school district offices. Info: blaine.wednet.edu. North Whatcom Fire & Rescue: Third Thursday, 1 p.m. Blaine Fire Station. Info: nwfrs.net.
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Lummi Wild Spot Prawns Celery & Rainier Cherrie Remoulade, Smoked Salmon Roe, Fried Artichoke Hearts Betz 2016 Rose Cache, “The Hidden Rose” Columbia Valley, WA
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Second Course
Roasted Halibut Fresh Peas Gnocchi, Roasted Young Garlic, Black Olive & Smoked Heirloom Tomato Sauce Betz 2015 Quinta Essentia, Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch, SA
SECOND PLACE: T Semiamoo Resort
Third Course
Braised Rabbit Leg Ravioli Summer Black Truffles, Lobster Mushroom & Fennel Ragout, Lobster Bisque Foam Betz 2014 Cuvee Frangin, Columbia Valley, WA
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Ruth Lauman, Louise Mugar
Black Angus Beef Tenderloin Whatcom Blue Potato Gratin, Charred Leeks, Oregon Blonde Morels Mushrooms Betz 2014 Heart of the Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Mountain, WA
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SECOND PLACE: Hundred North Ruth Lauman, Catherine Darkenwald
THIRD PLACE: Pooch Palace & Kitty Kastle Doug De Visser, Janet McCall
Effective Use of Small Space FIRST PLACE: Birch Bay Rollback Weekend Ruth Lauman, Molly Ernst
5:30 PM RECEPTION • 6 PM DINNER
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the seaside Semiahmoo Resort, join us for a five-course menu from Semiahmoo’s Executive Chef Bruno Feldeisen, paired with wines from Betz Family Winery.
Fourth Course
9565 Semiahmoo Parkway Blaine, WA 98230 www.semiahmoo.com (360) 318-2000
THIRD COURSE
FIRST COURSE Lummi Wild Spot Prawns Betz 2016 Rose Cache, “The Hidden Rose” Columbia Valley, WA
Braised Rabbit Leg Ravioli Betz 2014 Cuvee Frangin, Columbia Valley, WA
SECOND COURSE
FOURTH COURSE
Roasted Halibut Betz 2015 Quinta Essentia, Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch, SA
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Black Angus Beef Tenderloin Betz 2014 Heart of the Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Mountain, WA
DESSERT Blueberry & Lemon Ice Cream Cake, Betz 2014 Clos de Betz Bordeaux Blend, WA
Ruth Lauman, Janet McCall
FIRST PLACE: T Big Al’s Diner
Ruth Lauman, Molly Ernst
SECOND PLACE: Birch Bay Kite Festival & Pet Show
SECOND PLACE CJ’s Beach House Restaurant
Ruth Lauman, Molly Ernst
Ruth Lauman, Molly Ernst
Doug De Visser, Molly Ernst
SECOND PLACE: Birch Bay Kite Festival Ruth Lauman, Molly Ernst
SECOND PLACE: Loomis Trail Golf Club
Ruth Lauman, Louise Mugar
In-Paper Special Section
FIRST PLACE: t WIngs Over Water Birding Festival Ruth Lauman
Doug DeVisser, Molly Ernst Breakfast served all day! 234 D Street • Blaine • I-5 Exit 276
360-332-3540
Prime Rib Friday Nights
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Ruth Lauman, Louise Mugar
Ruth Lauman, Molly Ernst
Youth Oriented Content
THIRD PLACE: Black Forest Steak House
SECOND PLACE: Holiday Inn & Suites
THIRD PLACE VW’s Home & Garden
FIRST PLACE: Wheel House Bar & Grill
$145/person • Reservations are required. Call (360) 318-2028
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THIRD PLACE: Point Roberts Little America
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Kids Eat
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15% OFF Total Bill. Not valid with other offers. Expires 1/25/18.
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WEBSITE
THIRD PLACE: Mount Baker Experience Oliver Lazenby, Doug De Visser
16TH ANNUAL
A Special Publication of The Northern Light
NORTHWEST
BIRDING FESTIVAL MARCH 16-18, 2018
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SECOND PLACE: The Northern Light, Proudly Serving the Community Ruth Lauman, Louise Mugar
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THIRD PLACE: Loomis Trail Golf Club
Friday, March 16*
Guided Field Trip to Reifel Bird Sanctuary Festival Opening & Artist Reception
The Vault Wine Bar & Event Center 277 G Street • Downtown Blaine • 5 – 7 p.m. Seats are Limited. Pre-register online* or call 360-543-9982.
Photo: C. Kinzer
*Pre-register for all events at wingsoverwaterbirdingfestival.com
ALL DAY
BIRDING EXPO!
Saturday, March 17
Doug De Visser, Catherine Darkenwald
Salish Sea Open Water Birding Cruises By San Juan Cruises
Two, 2-hour open water cruises departing Semiahmoo Spit at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Rhinoceros Auklet
Photo: EricEllingson.com
10 a.m.– 5 p.m.
Sunday, March 18*
Indoor & outdoor activities (mostly free) for the whole family:
• live raptor presentations • wildlife exhibits and displays • kids’ activities • kids’ bird house building • photography workshops • expert speaker presentations • field trips & MORE ...
Dunlin
THIRD PLACE: Bare Buns Fun Run
Saturday, March 17*
Blaine Middle School
Black Oystercatcher
Ruth Lauman, Louise Mugar
Humor in Advertising
Surf Scoter
Delta B.C. 8 a.m.– 4 p.m.
Photo: EricEllingson.com
Exploring Birds of Birch Bay Habitat Starting at 9 a.m.
Northern Flicker Photo: EricEllingson.com
SEE PAGE 4 FOR COMPLETE, DETAILED FESTIVAL INFORMATION! For complete festival events visit www.WingsOverWaterBirdingFestival.com or call 360-332-4544 SUPPORTERS
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