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Legislators appropriate $500,000 for east Blaine infrastructure By Jami Makan
(See East Blaine, page 7)
s The Blessing of the Fleet took place on May 5. As part of the ceremony, the names of those lost at sea were read aloud. After each name was announced, a bell was rung and a flower was placed in a wreath. The Plover Ferry took the wreath out to sea, where it was placed in the water by Coast Guard Auxiliary members. For photos from the ceremony, turn to page 15.
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Budget supports project to ease traffic at Bell Road By Jami Makan A project addressing traffic congestion at Bell Road has gained new momentum, after state legislators appropriated $1 million for grade separation. Grade separation is defined as putting two or more transportation routes at different heights, or grades, so that they will not disrupt each other’s traffic flow. The grade separation project at Bell Road would create an overpass over the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) mainline where the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Vehicle and Cargo Inspection System (VACIS) is located, just south of city limits. In 2002, DHS placed VACIS on the BNSF mainline, creating traffic backups in all directions for up to 45 minutes for every train inspected. This results in a significant congestion problem for travel along north and southbound SR 548 (at Bell Road) and the I-5’s northbound offramp. It also delays emergency response
to the entire west side of Blaine. To alleviate this issue, the city has proposed utilizing a grade separation design from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). This solution would create an overpass over the BNSF mainline where VACIS is located, tying in on Blaine Road (SR548) before the Dakota Creek Bridge and on Portal Way south of the I-5 northbound on-ramp. This would allow drivers heading to and from Semiahmoo, for example, to pass over the train tracks rather than having to wait for trains to pass by. The trains proceed at such a low rate of speed because they are being scanned by VACIS. “VACIS has impacted our city more than any other piece of infrastructure in our community,” said Ravyn Whitewolf, Blaine’s public works director. “It could block several intersections in the city, Bell Road being one of them. That’s the primary road between Semiahmoo and the rest of Blaine.” For years, the city has been trying to lobby the federal government to move
VACIS. “We were told that there’s just no way that facility is going to move,” said Whitewolf. During the previous legislative session, $550,000 was appropriated towards the project, which was the first time the city was successful in obtaining state funding (See Bell Road, page 3)
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In the recently approved biennial state budget, an additional $500,000 was appropriated for the east Blaine infrastructure project. The project includes the construction of water, sewer and electricity utility mains to serve planned housing developments in east Blaine. In the 2019 legislative session, the city of Blaine requested $2 million to complete the design and construction of the infrastructure project, which is intended to be the catalyst for private developers to proceed with the construction of three approved housing developments totaling more than 1,400 units and 48,000 square feet of neighborhood and commercial space. However, because only $500,000 was appropriated this year, construction of the full length of the utility infrastructure will have to wait until complete funding is arranged. But the project is already underway, with phase one aiming to reach Harvey Road this summer. The three approved housing developments in east Blaine are known as Grandis Pond, East Maple Ridge and Bridges Plat. Grandis Pond was approved in 2011 and was recently granted an extension by city council. It is owned by Grandis Pond, LLC and the approval is set to expire on June 1, 2020. East Maple Ridge was approved in 2010 and was granted an extension by city council in 2018. It is owned by Douglas and Louise Connelly, and the approval is set to expire on July 26. Meanwhile, Bridges Plat was approved in 2010 and was granted an extension in 2018. It is owned by Lloyd Ford and is set to expire on August 23. Construction is currently taking place at Bridges. Totaling an estimated $6.2 million, the full infrastructure project will extend 3,200 feet of 15-inch wastewater main from Bridges Plat through East Maple Ridge Plat, and 7,000 feet of 12-inch wastewater main to the west boundary of Grandis Pond Plat. The project will also extend 3,000 feet of 12-inch water main from East Maple Ridge Plat to the west boundary of Grandis Pond, and electrical infrastructure for 11,000 feet from Odell
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for it. The previous year, governor Jay Inslee vetoed multiple items from a transportation funding bill, including a provision that would have allocated $12,100,000 for the first phase of the project. The project, as it was envisioned at the time of Inslee’s veto, would have created a new southbound off-ramp at exit 274 onto Peace Portal Drive. Currently, exit 276 is the first southbound exit from the border and is six miles away from the next available off-ramp. The goal of the new off-ramp would have been to improve access to the city of Blaine, contributing to the city’s economic development. But following Inslee’s veto, the project has been scaled back to focus on traffic congestion only, rather than improving access to Blaine. The proposed new southbound off-ramp at exit 274 is no longer feasible, based on input from WSDOT and federal officials. In vetoing the $12 million allocation in 2017, governor Inslee cited the need for the city of Blaine to go through a “practical design workshop” with WSDOT and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to tighten details of the project. Subsequently, city officials participated in a workshop with WSDOT. The preferred outcome of the workshop was a plan to focus on a “partial interchange” solution, which would cost less than creating a “full interchange” with two sets of on-ramps and off-ramps, both southbound and northbound. However, after discussions with city officials, FHWA said they cannot approve any solution that includes only a partial interchange. This required the city to re-examine their priorities. After further conversations with WSDOT, the city determined that the grade-separation concept could proceed without jeopardizing the future interchange design. While this was disappointing to the city of Blaine, officials are moving ahead with the grade separation concept, which is expected to cost more than $20 million when all is said and done. “Our hope is to get at least half of it
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s Kids learned bike safety skills and got their bicycles repaired at a bike rally on May 1 at Blaine High School hosted by the Healthy Youth Coalition North County and several partners. About a dozen kids who didn’t have a bicycle and signed up for the Blue Beat Bike Program – an afterschool ride led by volunteers – got to take home a bicycle that had been donated by the Lynden police department and tuned by Healthy Youth Coalition volunteers. The event also included a bicycle obstacle course, a BMX demo by the team from Lenny’s Bike Shop in Ferndale and other programs and activities led by North Whatcom Fire and Rescue, Blaine and Whatcom County police officers and others. “A lot of kids have a hard time getting around. This provides a place to learn do it on a bike in a safe way and plus they get exercise,” said David Hughes, who got his bike repaired at the bike rally.
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The Editor: I wrote “Like A Flower” almost 17 years ago. I wrote this story for all the children and youth who have spent time in juvenile detention. And I am submitting it today, specifically for the Blaine Police Department. “Like a Flower” “Suppose someone grew a flower in their garden. It was a sun-loving flower, but it was planted in the shade. Also, the soil was very poor in nutrients. And on top of everything else, it was hardly ever watered. How did this flower grow? Crooked and twisted, trying to find the light. Its roots were shallow in the hard, dry soil. No sunshine shone upon its little
face. Its flower became ugly. The person who tended this garden didn’t like the little flower because it wasn’t “beautiful” like all the rest. So it was transplanted to another spot as a “punishment” for not doing well. But not knowing what it needed, the little flower was planted under the same harsh conditions. Finally, an angel came along and saw the poor, sad, little flower, its head hanging hopelessly down. The Angel knew just what the flower needed and lifting it gently and lovingly, cupping its poor struggling roots in its tender hands, planted the little flower in a beautiful warm sunny spot in the garden. The soil was rich and dark and moist with nutrients. And here the flower
was watered as it needed. And every day the Angel came and showered the little flower with love. Its little face began to brighten, and slowly, slowly, day by day, it began to straighten itself out. What happened to this little flower? It grew up to be the most beautiful and strongest flower in the garden, basking in the warm glow of the angel’s love and the sun’s light.” Cindy Kisska Birch Bay Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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Fatal collision at border crossing still under investigation CITY OF BLAINE Unless noted, all meetings are held at City Hall, 435 Martin Street, Suite 4000 and are open to the public. Agendas can be found on the City’s website.
Thursday, May 9 9 am – Parks and Cemetery Board – LOCATION CHANGED to G Street Plaza
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Letter carriers have a big goal this Saturday – to collect 6,000 pounds of non-perishable foods from Blaine, Custer and Birch Bay for the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. This annual event occurs nationally and is the largest one-day food drive of the year. Letter carriers will collect food as they drop off mail at their normal time on May 11 in support of the Blaine Food Bank. To participate, simply leave non-perishable food donations outside by the mailbox. Volunteers will assist by driving donations back to the food bank. Each morning, volunteers at the Blaine Food Bank pack dozens of boxes with dry goods, produce, meats and dairy. All three food bank trucks embark in different directions, collecting goods from grocery providers around Whatcom County. It’s a constant endeavor to feed the community. “We keep hoping that we open the doors and no one will be here,” said Sally Church, acting director of the Blaine Food Bank. “But the numbers keep increasing.” Church said visits have gone up by at least 30 percent in the last two years. About two million pounds of food come in and go out of the food bank’s doors yearly. That comes out to roughly 6,000 pounds a day, Church calculated. Spring is often difficult for the food bank. “[The drive] is very essential. We depend on it to get us through,” Church said. A separate food drive around
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A Washington man was arrested following the fatal two-vehicle collision at the Peace Arch border crossing that occurred on May 2, said Surrey RCMP. Police are still investigating the collision, which occurred before 11:30 a.m. and resulted in one fatality and one person injured. The crash involved a black Porsche Cayenne SUV and a Toyota Sienna van. The sole occupant of the Toyota, a male driver, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Surrey RCMP. In a GoFundMe campaign, the victim was identified as Tom Cheung, a B.C. pastor. The GoFundMe campaign had raised more than $33,000 for Cheung’s family as of Wednesday. The driver of the Porsche was arrested at the scene and taken to a hospital for non-life threatening injuries. He was released on May 3 pending the outcome of the investigation, police said. The collision occurred south of the border crossing but on Canadian territory, putting it in the jurisdiction of the RCMP. Peace Arch Provincial Park employee Mitchell Gerhardt,
25, of Surrey was spreading manure in the garden bed, known for its annual flower flag display, when he saw the Porsche speed toward the border crossing at a high speed. It was his first day on the job. “When I saw he wasn’t going to stop, I ran behind the bushes,” Gerhardt said. Both cars became entangled as they mowed over a streetlight before coming to a halt in the flag garden. “The van just instantly burst into flames,” said Gerhardt. Nearby residents recalled hearing a loud crash, followed by five or more explosions as windows shattered and tires burst. By the time first responders arrived, the Toyota was engulfed in fire and plumes of thick, black smoke filled the sky. While it is not yet known whether gas cans were a factor in the explosions, concern about transporting gas over the border has risen in the days following the fiery crash. “Gasoline is extremely volatile. Even just a small amount of static electricity or anything with a spark, if that gas can is open and there’s fumes or a small spill, that can cause an explosion,” James Cooper told Global News.
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Despite taking a 2–0 lead in the fourth inning, Blaine couldn’t hold off Lynden in a 4–2 playoff loss with just five hits between the teams on May 7 in Anacortes. The loss ends the season for Blaine; the Borderites also lost to Archbishop Murphy 11–1 on May 4 after winning in the first round of the district tournament against Mountlake Terrace. Blaine loaded the bases in the top of the fourth inning with two walks and a base hit. Lyn-
den’s pitcher walked in a run, and Nick Gunderson hit an RBI single to give Blaine a 2–0 lead. Blaine pitcher Colby Knutzen held Lynden scoreless in the fourth, but Lynden answered in the fifth. With the bases loaded, the Lions scored four runs on a double and a dropped fly ball. In total, Lynden had three hits and Blaine had two. “I think it really just came down to, both teams had the bases loaded with no outs and they did more with it than we did,”
said Blaine head coach Tanner Olson. Lynden advances to play Anacortes on May 11 for a spot in the state tournament. The Borderites finished the season with a 12–10 overall record. Blaine went farther into the postseason than last year, when it lost in the first round. “The senior class worked their butts off and had a great run,” said Blaine head coach Tanner Olson. “It’s something to be proud of.”
Borderite softball loses early lead against Sedro-Woolley on senior night The Borderites started hot, but couldn’t overcome Sedro-Woolley’s 11-run third inning in a 21–4 senior night loss on May 7 at home. After the loss, Blaine’s record is 4–14. Sedro-Woolley’s is 11–7. Karin Wildermuth started Blaine’s productive early hitting with a double in the first inning. Mikayla Johnson followed with a
double and Shelby Freeman hit a 2-RBI double. In the second inning, Johnson hit a 2-RBI double, scoring Riley Weinkauf and Alexandra Streeter to give Blaine a 4–0 lead. Sedro-Woolley’s offense struggled against Blaine pitcher Maeva Thompson in the first two innings, but scored 11 in the third, followed by three in the fourth and seven in
the fifth. Thompson pitched all five innings and stole a base. Johnson hit two doubles for the Borderites; Freeman and Wildermuth each hit a double; and Weinkauf and Tessa Velasquez hit singles. Next, Blaine travels to Burlington-Edison for its final games, a double-header at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on May 9.
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Street to the west boundary of Grandis Pond. The project is meant to trigger the construction of the three housing developments, which is expected to generate significant sales and property tax revenue. “This project and the housing developments that occur as a direct result will capitalize on Blaine’s current strengths and its importance to the state, region and country as an international gateway for people and freight,” read Blaine’s 2018 proposal to the state legislature. “Development of the area is central to increasing the city’s tax base and population, both of which are needed to attract industry, commerce and the jobs that come with them.” Prior to submitting its 2018 request to the state, the city of Blaine pursued other options, contacting the managers of nine state and federal capital funding programs to discuss the project. However, in each case, state and federal funders found this project either ineligible or uncompetitive, or said it would require the repayment of debt service costs beyond the city’s current capacity. The city has already embarked on the infrastructure project. During the previous legislative
session, $1.2 million was allocated by the state. This enabled the city to proceed with phase one of the project, which extends the utility infrastructure to Harvey Road. “With the funding that we have, we should get to Harvey Road this year,” said Ravyn Whitewolf, Blaine’s public works director. “We were asking for additional funding to hopefully get all the way to Grandis Pond. I don’t think the $500,000 we received is going to get us all the way to Grandis Pond unless we secure good bids.” Of the three developments, Grandis Pond is located the farthest east. It is also the largest of the developments, comprised of more than 1,000 residential lots. By comparison, East Maple Ridge will be comprised of about 350 lots, while Bridges Plat will have 40 lots. The city of Blaine was able to receive state funding thanks, in part, to the efforts of consultants at Gordon Thomas Honeywell, who were retained to meet with state legislators, monitor the progress of the funding bills and serve as an interface between the city and legislators. In the 2018 legislative session, the city received $1.2 million which, combined with developer and city funds, is what is funding the improvements this summer. A team from the city also met with state representatives during the legislative session. Held an-
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nually during the legislative session, and hosted by the Association of Washington Cities (AWC), AWC City Action Days allowed city management and councilmembers to go to Olympia to educate state legislators on this project, among others. Besides the state funding, the city of Blaine also paid for a part of the infrastructure project on its own. According to Whitewolf, the city funded the portion of the project that runs through Lincoln Park, representing about 1,500 linear feet of sewer. “We decided since there was existing sewer up to Lincoln Park on E Street, we would just extend from there,” said Whitewolf. “We felt that even though it was a difficult decision by our city council, if we could just get the sewer through the park, then private development would be stimulated.” The Lincoln Park portion of the infrastructure project was funded by the city’s wastewater capital fund, which is intended for major capital improvements to the wastewater utility. It is supported by a variety of sources, including a capital reserve in the fund, general connection fees and rate revenue. Overall, more than 10,000 linear feet of sewer will be built as part of the east Blaine infrastructure project. “Our hope this summer is to construct close to 6,000 of that,” said Whitewolf.
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Richard May to run for city council Richard May has announced that he will run for a seat on Blaine’s city council. In a May 6 press release, May said that he will run for the ward 1 seat, which is currently held by Steve Lawrenson. May is currently serving his third term on Blaine’s planning commission. May served on the Blaine parks board before serving as a planning commissioner. He also serves on the board of directors of a dropout prevention organization, Communities in Schools. “In 2014, when I ran for and won the one year Whatcom County charter position, I was humbled and honored to have gotten the top votes in all Blaine voting neighborhoods,” said May. “As people have encouraged me to run for city council this year, I am committed to hearing every-
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Active S eniors Embrace these habits for a healthy brain Cognitive decline is a condition that is often associated with aging, but even middle-aged people can experience memory loss or cognition issues. The Alzheimer’s Association says that more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. By 2050, that number could rise to as high as 16 million people. More than 747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, says the Canadian Alzheimer’s Association. Although there is no definitive way to prevent dementia, living a long, vibrant life may be possible by encouraging some healthy habits for the brain. It is never too late or too early to begin health and lifestyle changes. Exercise Becoming more active can improve brain volume, reduce risk for dementia and improve thinking and memory skills. The journal Neurology found that older people who vigorously exercise performed better on cognitive tests than others of the same age, placing them at the equivalent of 10 years younger. Increased
blood flow that occurs with physical activity may help generate new neurons in the hippocampus, an area of the brain involved with learning and memory. The Harvard Medical School says aerobic exercise may help improve brain tissue by improving blood flow and reducing the chances of injury to the brain from cholesterol buildup in blood vessels. Quit smoking The Alzheimer’s Association indicates that evidence shows smoking increases the risk of cognitive decline. Smoking can impair blood flow to the brain and cause small strokes that may damage blood vessels. Eat healthy foods Foods that are good for the heart and blood vessels also are good for the brain. These include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish-based proteins, unsaturated fats, and foods containing omega-3 fatty acids. Neurologists state that, while research on diet and cognitive function is limited, diets, such as Mediterranean and Mediterranean-DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hyperten-
sion), may contribute to a lower risk of cognitive issues. Consume caffeine Caffeine may help boost memory performance and brain health. A Journal of Nutrition study found people ages 70 and older who consumed more caffeine scored better on tests of mental function than those who consumed less caffeine. Caffeine may help improve attention span, cognitive function and feelings of well-being. Information from Psychology Today also indicates caffeine may help in the storage of dopamine, which can reduce feelings of depression and anxiety. In addition, compounds in cocoa and coffee beans may improve vascular health and help repair cellular damage due to high antioxidant levels. Work the brain Engaging in mentally stimulating activities can create new brain connections and more backup circuits, states Dr. Joel Salinas, a neurologist at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital. Working the brain through puzzles, reading and participating in social situations can stimulate
Special cruise to honor those who have passed Dementia Support Northwest, formerly known as the Alzheimer Society of Washington, is hosting its third annual Frank Winslow Memorial Cruise for a Cause to honor those who have passed away. The two-hour cruise will take place on June 24 aboard San Juan Cruises’ Victoria Star, and will depart from the Bellingham
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Fun events at the Blaine Senior Center Group Meditation Mondays, May 13 and 20 10:45am – 11:15am This new Blaine Senior Center event is led by longtime meditation instructor Traysiah Spring, who has studied with meditation masters Maharishi Mahesh, Yogi and Dr. Deepak Chopra. Bunco Monday, May 20 12:30pm Bunco is an English dice game, popularized as a gambling activity in the United States in the prohibition era. In the 1980s, it came back as a family game; at the senior center, participants play for cash. Don’t worry about skill, it’s all luck! Movie Matinee: The Zookeeper’s Wife Monday, May 20 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. A 2017 war drama on the keepers at the Warsaw Zoo, who helped save hundreds of people and animals during the German invasion in 1939. Starring Jessica Chastain and Daniel Brühl, this film based on a true story earned $26.1 million at the box office.
Book Club – The Girl With No Name: The Incredible True Story of a Child Raised with Monkeys Wednesday, May 15 1 to 2 p.m. Debby Farmer of the Blaine Public Library facilitates this discussion on the journey of a young girl abandoned in a Colombian jungle, who grew up as part of a troop of capuchin monkeys and was sold into slavery before finding her ultimate redemption. Pancake Breakfast Saturday, May 18 8 to 11 a.m. At the monthly pancake breakfast, converse with friends old and new. Choose from French toast, pancakes, waffles or biscuits and gravy, all served with scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice. The breakfast costs $6 for adults and $4 for children under 6. Big Bucks Bingo Saturday, June 1 Times Vary Prizes abound at this family-friendly day of bingo. Each game includes a $25 cash prize
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Blaine harbor hosting regatta for MacGregor yachts By Jami Makan Blaine harbor is hosting an upcoming regatta for owners of MacGregor yachts. The MacGregor Yacht Club Regatta is scheduled to take place in Blaine from May 17 to May 20. It is an annual event put on by the MacGregor Yacht Club of B.C. and is dedicated to yachts produced by Roger MacGregor. MacGregor’s boats were built in California and became highly popular due to their affordability and reputation as dependable, entry-level boats. The boats were trailerable, had water ballast and could plane under power. According to MacGregor’s website, approximately 38,000 MacGregor sail boats were manufactured over the years, and they dominated their market for decades. “It’s a boat that has a lot of
appeal to people of different generations and skill levels,” said Steven St-Amour, a spokesperson for the MacGregor Yacht Club of B.C., which has about 100 members. The regatta is scheduled to kick off on Friday, May 17 and is expected to attract about 20 MacGregor boats. Volunteers will be on hand to help members launch their boats, and rigging assistance will be provided. In the evening, members will set out on a “confidence cruise” to help orient them to nighttime sailing. “A lot of people have never sailed at night, so we’ll set up a couple boats and head out in the evening towards Sucia Island or Point Roberts,” said St-Amour. On Saturday, May 18, there will be a presentation on the proper setup of a MacGregor boat. The presentation will focus on the
rigging of the boats, what needs to be checked and what could possibly go wrong. Following the training session, there will be a “safety sail” in which members will perform safety exercises on the water, including man overboard drills. “The day will be dedicated to making sure your boat is ready and is rigged up safely,” said St-Amour. “We want to get rid of everyone’s cobwebs so they can think as sailors.” Races will take place on Sunday, May 19. Three racing markers will be placed in the water, and a boat will represent the starting line. “We will cross the starting line boat and race around the three race markers and come back to the boat and that’ll establish the boating times and the winners of the race,” said St-Amour. If time permits, a second race will be held, and a
s Boats built by Roger MacGregor have attracted a wide following. Photo courtesy of Steven St-Amour
trophy presentation will occur in the evening. The club encourages any of its members to attend the MacGregor Yacht Club Regatta, even if their own boats are not yet ready for the boating season. “For
members who don’t have their boats ready, they can also show up and crew on other sailboats,” said St-Amour. “Nobody is really left behind so everyone can take advantage of the beginning of the season.”
New webhouse to be constructed in Blaine harbor By Jami Makan Construction will soon begin on a new webhouse building to be located in Blaine harbor. The new webhouse building will replace an existing structure that currently stands farther down the peninsula, adjacent to McMillan Avenue. The current structure consists of 22 units that serve as storage lockers and work spaces for local commercial fishermen. The replacement structure will be 20,600 square feet and will be located along Milhollin Drive, next to two other webhouses. It will closely resemble the existing webhouse, and will be constructed by Dawson Construction of Bellingham.
On April 1, 2019 the Port of Bellingham received two bids for the project, which were within one percent of each other. Dawson had the lowest bid. Following construction of the replacement structure and the successful relocation of the tenants, the next phase of work will be demolishing the existing building and making way for redevelopment of Blaine harbor. “The main driver for this project is that the existing webhouse is in the wrong location,” said spokesperson Mike Hogan. “Some of the tenants out there want to expand or have better access to the Sawtooth Dock.” Port tenants in the area include a boatyard and several seafood processing companies,
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lockers among the commercial fishing fleet, with a waiting list in the double digits. “We have a really strong commercial fleet, and we have some of the lowest moorage rates in Puget Sound,” said Hogan. “We have a good location close to Alaska, and a strong marine trades community. We’ve historically been a maritime community and always had a good demand for that type of activity.” The project is not limited to the construction of the new webhouse building. The pavement around the other two webhouses has started to deteriorate and will be repaired and replaced. The entire site will also be treated as one stormwater site. Facilities will be constructed that help
filter stormwater before it gets discharged into the bay. In addition, a water line will be replaced on Milhollin Drive that has had a series of failures. Another aspect of the project is a new gravel trail that will go 1,000 linear feet along the water’s edge. It will connect the promenade with the restrooms at the boat launch. There will also be a gravel storage yard, for the outdoor storage of commercial fishing gear. The total authorized budget for the project is approximately $4.5 million dollars. The demolition of the existing webhouse building is not included in the contract with Dawson, and will require additional funding in the future.
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Public Notices IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In re the Estate of: MARY ELLEN KINTZ, Deceased. No. 19-4-00204-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Judge Lee Grochmal The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probated proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 AND 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing of Notice to Creditors: April 17, 2019 with Clerk of Court Date of First Publication: April 24, 2019 Name of Personal Representative: CINDY MAXWELL Attorney for Personal Representative: Steven D. Avery, WSBA #35262 Address for Mailing or Service: Avery Elder Law, P.S. 801 Samish Way, Ste. 202 Bellingham WA 98229 Telephone: (360) 325-2550 Email: steve@averyelderlaw.com DATED April 17, 2019 AVERY ELDER LAW, P.S. STEVEN D. AVERY, WSBA #35262 Attorney for Personal Representative CINDY MAXWELL
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In re the Estate of: HAROLD GEORGE LESLIE, Deceased. No. 19-4-00202-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Judge Raquel Montoya Lewis The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probated proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 AND 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing of Notice to Creditors: April 17, 2019 with Clerk of Court Date of First Publication: April 24, 2019 Name of Personal Representative: JOSEPH LESLIE Attorney for Personal Representative: Steven D. Avery, WSBA #35262 Address for Mailing or Service: Avery Elder Law, P.S. 801 Samish Way, Ste. 202 Bellingham WA 98229 Telephone: (360) 325-2550 Email: steve@averyelderlaw.com DATED April 17, 2019 AVERY ELDER LAW, P.S. STEVEN D. AVERY, WSBA #35262 Attorney for Personal Representative JOSEPH LESLIE
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Public Notices IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In re the Estate of: JOHN W. STICKEL, Deceased. No. 19-4-00187-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Judge Raquel Montoya-Lewis The Administrator named below has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probated proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 AND 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing of Notice to Creditors: April 8, 2019 Date of First Publication: April 10, 2019 Name of Administrator: DIANA HARTVIG Attorney for Administrators: Steven D. Avery, WSBA #35262 Address for Mailing or Service: Avery Elder Law, P.S. 801 Samish Way, Ste. 202 Bellingham WA 98229 Telephone: (360) 325-2550 Email: steve@averyelderlaw.com DATED April 8, 2019 AVERY ELDER LAW, P.S. STEVEN D. AVERY, WSBA #35262 Attorney for Administrator DIANA HARTVIG
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SKAGIT IN THE ESTATE OF KATHERINE L. COLLINSON, Deceased. NO. 16-4-00456-3 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors: April 16, 2019 Date of first publication: April 24, 2019 MARY SHACKLETON Personal Representative Attorney for Personal Representative: John R. Shultz Shultz Law Offices 127 E. Fairhaven Avenue Burlington, WA 98233
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In Re The Estate of: PETER W. SARGENT, Deceased. No. 19-4-00241-37. PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) (NTCRD) The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent's probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: May 9, 2019. Kalene Zealand-Drummond, Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: Kalene Zealand-Drummond, 9621 Dupree Dr. Blaine, WA 98230, 360-366-4772 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Whatcom County Superior Court 19-4-00241-37
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School district, county take new approach to troubling school health data By Oliver Lazenby Results from a 2018 health survey given to Blaine school district students once again show that kids are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and other mental health challenges. Unlike in past years, however, a wide-ranging coalition of professionals, volunteers and community groups is combing through the data and looking for solutions. The Healthy Youth Survey is an anonymous survey given throughout Washington state every other year to students in sixth, eighth, 10th and 12th grades. Blaine school district students took the most recent survey in fall 2018. The survey’s 244 questions cover a variety of behaviors and attitudes toward alcohol and drug use, family life, nutrition and mental health. For the Blaine school district – and throughout the county and state – mental health data is some of the most troubling in the survey. About one in three Blaine students surveyed reported experiencing depressive feelings in the past year and one in five who answered a question about suicide said they had made a plan for suicide in the past year (not all students answered every question; about one-third of students surveyed answered this question). Overall, results were similar to the 2016 survey. One area with a significant increase was vaping (the use of electronic cigarettes that heat a liquid containing nicotine to vapor). About 38 percent of 12th graders who answered the question reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. That’s an increase of 15 percentage points from 2016, when 23.1 percent of seniors who responded reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. Other highlights of the survey include: – The percentage of students who reported using alcohol in the past 30 days was similar to 2016 data. Long-term trends show a decline since 2006 for alcohol use among 10th and 12th graders. – Aside from vaping, tobacco use is down. – Fewer percent of Blaine students reported feeling depressed
than the statewide average (36 percent of Blaine 12th graders versus 41 percent statewide, and 33 percent of Blaine 10th graders versus 40 percent statewide). – Blaine students reported feeling “moderately” or “highly hopeful” at a rate of 5 to 8 percentage points higher than the average for Washington state (60 percent of Blaine 12th graders and 68.4 percent of 10th graders felt highly hopeful). – The percentage of kids who reported considering suicide is roughly the same as in the 2016 survey; the numbers are up for eighth graders (26.9 percent considered suicide over the past year) and down for 10th and 12th graders (19.1 percent and 27.7 percent, respectively). Though much of the data is concerning, mental health professionals at the school district said they feel they have more support and more ability this year to use the data to make positive changes. “The trends in the data are not really different. The thing that’s different is our approach as a collective group to help come up with solutions,” said Randy Elsbree, school district executive director of student services. The school district and Whatcom County presented data from the Healthy Youth Survey at an April 9 meeting of Birch BayBlaine Thrives. Led by the Whatcom County Health Department, Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives focuses on social, emotional and behavioral support services for students and families. That meeting included 25 people from various community groups including the Healthy Youth Coalition, the Boys and Girls Club, the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center and the Bellingham-Whatcom County Commission Against Domestic Violence. That process is new, while the Healthy Youth Survey began in 2002, the Blaine school district didn’t begin releasing its Healthy Youth Survey data until 2017. Many districts across the state don’t release their survey data. “I think a lot of times when people would look at Healthy Youth Survey data they would say, “Oh my god, what is the school doing?” There would be a sense of blame,” said Geof Mor-
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gan, a facilitator and consultant for Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives. “Data is often used to attack, so a lot of times people have been afraid to release it.” By bringing a broad group together to review the data, school districts don’t have to feel solely responsible for combating health concerns, Morgan said. As Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives formed, those involved found there are more resources available than they realized, he said. That’s made this year’s review of the data more meaningful than in the past, Elsbree said. “When we have 25 people sitting in the room, I can’t tell you how powerful that is in comparison to just sitting down as a school to review the data,” he said. Kaatri Jones, school district mental health counselor, expressed a similar sentiment. “I felt like it’s ok. I can do my part of this work and do it with fidelity. I can go to bed at night and actually sleep because other people are doing their part,” she said. “It’s not that other professionals haven’t been contributing to Blaine youth, I think this forum for conversation has just been a great step.” Another change from 2016: Blaine schools have many more student-led groups that focus on health. School groups meet, discuss and host events around domestic violence and sexual assault, consent, substance abuse, anxiety, depression and bullying. High schoolers are also reviewing Healthy Youth Survey data, and a group of students will discuss what they think of the results at the next Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives meeting, from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, at the school district boardroom at 765 H Street. Also at that meeting, Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives members will discuss what areas to prioritize for the coming year. By studying how the data for different areas of health relates, the group has discovered that it doesn’t need to form task forces for each troubling area – improvements in one area can have positive impacts across the board. Students who get more exercise tend to experience less stress and anxiety, and therefore are less likely to abuse drugs, for example.
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August 13, 1943 - April 18, 2019 Jerry Albert Joubert, age 75, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on April 18, 2019 in Indio, California. He is survived by the love of his life, Anne, daughter Heather, son-in-law Sean and his son TJ and granddaughter Chloe. He is also survived by his brother Jim Joubert, sisters Michele Joubert, Yvonne Carson and Kathi Rauch as well as many nieces and nephews. Jerry graduated from Blaine High School and was drafted into the Army spending 2 years in Germany where he made life-long friends. Back home in Blaine he worked at Intalco aluminum plant, ran an automotive repair business in his garage and volunteered at the Blaine Fire Department - all at the same time. After eight years as a volunteer he became the first paid fire chief in Blaine. He continued as chief for another 27 years, where his service was a source of pride for him and security for the community. In retirement, Jerry and Anne traveled to 48 states in their RV connecting with family, friends and his beloved classmates. After some trips to Europe they found a resting place in Rancho Casa Blanca in Indio, California where they wintered for 22 years. Jerry took up golfing and volunteering in the resort. Jerry had an unbelievable work ethic and a big and generous heart. His footprint can be found in many areas of the resort. There are not enough words to describe how great Jerry was and how much he will be missed. The family would like to express appreciation for the love and support that has come from all that knew him. Memorial services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 5781 Hendrickson Avenue, Ferndale, WA 98248 on Saturday, June 8 at 10 a.m. Reception will follow in the church hall.
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The Northern Light • May 9 - 15, 2019
Vinyl Night and Trivia: Thursday, May 9, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Info: 360/392-0955. Live Music at The Vault: Friday, May 10, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Walter Burkett and Darla. Info: 360/392-0955. Letter Carrier Food Drive: Saturday, May 11. Letter carriers will pick up donations as they deliver the mail. Natalie McClendon Campaign KickOff: Friday, May 10, 5–8 p.m. at her home, 4682 Wynn Road, Bellingham 98226. Natalie McClendon is the candidate for Whatcom County Council, district 5. Info: 360/3198287 or nataliemcclendon.com Master Gardener Plant Sale: Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Hovander Homestead Park, 5299 Nielsen Avenue, Ferndale. Unique varieties of tomatoes, vegetable starts and herbs, perennials and shade plants, native trees, shrubs, and dahlia tubers and potted succulents for Mother’s Day.
Coming up ative movement in original choreography by instructors Cieon White, Cindy Johnson, and Sabrina Gomez-Vannelli. Presented by Day-to-Day Dance. $10 General Talk Saves Lives: Thursday, May 16, 7 p.m., Blaine Admission. Children under 4 free. Tickets at the door. City Hall, 435 Martin Street. Presentation facilitated Winemaker’s Dinner: Sunday, May 19, 5–8 p.m., The by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention certified Talk Saves Lives trainer Jim McKinney. Learn Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Victor Palencia of Palencia Winery and Jones of Washington. Five courses the facts, research, statistics, suicide preventions techniques, where to go for help and what to do to paired with five wines. $80. Reservations required. Info: help someone in need. Info: Healthyyouthnow.com. 360/392-0955. Cutler, former Whatcom Hospice and home health care will present. Info: 360/332-6906.
Depression and Bipolar Support Group: Thursday, May 16, 6–7:30 p.m., downstairs at Blaine United Church of Christ, (Use doors on Clark street, elevator available). No cost, but donations accepted. Third Thursday of every month. Vinyl Night and Trivia: Thursday, May 16, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Info: 360/392-0955. Live Music at The Vault: Friday, May 17, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Chuck Dingee will play with his group “Three Fer” which includes Sharon Mayson and Katie Weed. Info: 360/392-0955.
Sea Skills: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Blaine Harbor boating center, 235 Marine Drive. Marine distress flare and fire extinguisher training at 10 a.m. at Blaine Marine Park. One-hour classes from 1–5 p.m., plus kayak skills demos, vessel safety checks, virtual Picnic in the Playground: Saturday, May 18, trainer. Free. Info: boatingisfun.org. 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Bay Horizon Park, 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. Celebrate Kids to Parks Day with Gospel Matinee: Saturday, May 11, 3 p.m., Haynie football-themed games, dance party with children’s Grange, 3344 Haynie Road. $5 admission. entertainer Dana, and mini-golf games. Hot dogs and hamburgers only $3. Info: bbbparkandrec.com. Live Music at The Vault: Saturday, May 11, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Mike Step Families That Work: Saturday, May 18, 8 Bohnson . Info: 360/392-0955. a.m.–4:30 p.m., CTK North Bay 4895 Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Mike and Kim Anderson lead this one-day The Haynie Grange Breakfast: Sunday, May 12, workshop to help discover real-life, practical strate8 a.m. – noon, 3344 Haynie Road. Menu: pancakes/ gies to help lead stepfamilies with success. $50 per French toast/bisquits and gravy, eggs cooked to order/ couple, $35 per individual. Register: mikeandkimham, OJ/ milk/coffee and tea. $6 adults/ $3 kids 5-12/ coaching.com/ctk. under 5 - Free. Handicap Accessible. Live Music at The Vault: Saturday, May 18, 7–9 Friends of Birch Bay Library board meeting: p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. FeaturMonday, May 13, 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m., Birch Bay Bible ing Scott and Dean. Info: 360/392-0955. Community Church, corner of Blaine and Bay roads. contact the president, Dianne Marrs-Smith at 205/852- Poetry in Motion: Saturday, May 18, 7 p.m., 1725 or ddiannesmith@gmail.com for additional Blaine Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 6:30 information or to reserve five minutes or less on the p.m. Come join us at our Spring dance production as agenda. more than 50 Blaine community students ages 3-17 years explore the connection between dance and Realities of Advance Medical Interventions: poetry. Dancers will let the words and music move Monday, May 13, 6:30 p.m., Blaine United Church of them through ballet, contemporary, hip hop and creChrist fellowship hall, 885 4th Street. Rebecca Tech
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Loads of Love: Monday, May 20, 5–7:30 p.m. The Washhouse, 715 3rd. St, Blaine. Laundry costs covered. Advance Directive Workshops: Monday, May 20, 6:30 p.m., Blaine United Church of Christ fellowship hall, 885 4th Street. Hilary Walker, Peace Health Advance Planning Program Coordinator, will lead a workshop to guide participants through the process of completing an advance directive. Advance care planning is for all adults age 18 and older. Free notary service available for those who complete their directive. Info: 360/332-6906. Birch Bay Kite Festival: Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Birch Bay Beach Park, 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Family kite festival with kite flying, music, kids zone, food and craft vendors and dog show. Info: birchbsychamber.com. ArtScape Teens: Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m., Soul Space Studio, 264B H Street. A safe place for teens to set their imaginations free through different art mediums. Free studio time. Sponsored by Healthy Youth Coalition. Info: 435/704-1598. Blue Beat After School Bike Program: Wednesdays, 3 p.m. Kids ages 11-14 bike ride with Blaine police. Middle schoolers who join Blue Beat bike program are eligible for a free bike. Register at blainebikerally.eventbrite. com. Brought to you by Healthy Youth Coalition. Teen Nite: Saturdays, 5–9 p.m., Pizza Factory, 738 Peace Portal Drive. Kids ages 13–18 come enjoy open mic, karaoke and games. Free pizza at 5 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous Meeting: Sundays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett Street, entrance on 4th Street. For other meeting times and locations visit nwwana.org or call 360/647-3234. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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Weather Precipitation: During the period of April 29 to May 5, 0 inches of precipitation was recorded. The 2019 year-to-date precipitation is 12 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 69°F on April 29 with a low of 39°F on April 30. Average high was 66°F and average low was 45°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
Sheriff’s Reports
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More sheriff’s reports can be found online at thenorthernlight.com. April 29, 2:04 a.m.: Security check on Blaine Road.
April 30, 9:13 a.m.: Assist citizen on Blaine Road.
April 29, 7:51 a.m.: Alarm audible on Harborview Road.
April 30, 10:43 a.m.: Theft cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
April 29, 8:13 a.m.: Assist agency on mile post 270, I-5, Custer.
April 30, 3:47 p.m.: Welfare check on Dawn Lane, Custer.
April 29, 11:19 a.m.: Alarm audible on McGee Road.
April 30, 8:40 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Creasey Road, Custer.
April 29, 2:19 p.m.: Assist citizen on Custer School Road, Custer.
April 30, 9:14 p.m.: Assist agency on Birch Bay Drive.
April 29, 2:38 p.m.: Assist citizen on Custer School Road, Custer.
April 30, 9:21 p.m.: Security check on Nootka Loop.
April 29, 2:48 p.m.: Refer to other agency cold call on Wooldridge Avenue.
May 1, 5:21 a.m.: Alarm silent on Brown Road.
April 30, 4:17 a.m.: Theft cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer.
May 1, 2:41 p.m.: Suspicious person cold call on Fern Street.
April 30, 6:03 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Arnie and Bruce roads, Custer.
May 1, 3:04 p.m.: Suspicious person cold call on Valley View and Sweet roads.
April 30, 7:20 a.m.: Welfare check on Custer School Road, Custer.
May 1, 3:13 p.m.: Mental on Wooldridge Avenue.
April 30, 8:19 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Arnie and Bruce roads, Custer.
May 1, 3:28 p.m.: Refer to WSP on Pacific Highway.
May 1, 6:08 a.m.: Alarm audible in progress on April 29, 4:17 p.m.: Domestic physical cold call on North Enterprise Road, Custer. Birch Bay Drive. May 1, 9:23 a.m.: Watch for on Arnie and Bruce roads, Custer. April 29, 4:17 p.m.: Traffic problem on Birch Bay Square Street. May 1, 9:52 p.m.: Traffic stop on Birch Bay-Lynden Road and Portal Way, Custer. April 29, 5:42 p.m.: Hang-up (911) on Willey’s Lake Road, Custer. May 1, 10:18 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Blaine April 29, 6:49 p.m.: Watch for on North Enterprise Road. Road, Custer. May 1, 1:13 p.m.: Vehicle prowl cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. April 29, 8:23 p.m.: Assault simple on Crockett Road. One arrest for assault in the fourth degree, May 1, 1:22 p.m.: Impound private on Birch and citation. Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. April 29, 8:43 p.m.: Traffic stop on Jackson Road, May 1, 2:19 p.m.: Follow up on Arnie Road, gravel parking lot. One arrest and citation for Custer. reckless driving.
Reports provided by WCSO
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Those lost at sea remembered at the Blessing of the Fleet The Blessing of the Fleet took place on May 5 at the Blaine Boating Center. The event was hosted by the Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial Committee with support from the Blaine Chamber of Commerce and the Port of Bellingham.
The event featured musical performances, prayers for the commercial fishing fleet and a memorial service for those lost at sea. The event was attended by elected officials, members of the fishing community and friends and family.
s The names of those lost at sea were read aloud, and flowers were placed in a wreath.
Photo by Jami Makan
s There were musical performances by the Blaine High School music department as well as Selena Rogers-Pai, above.
Photo by Jami Makan
s Pastor Aaron Zuch of the Grace Lutheran Church offered prayers for the success and well-being of the commercial fishing fleet. Photo by Wayne Diaz
s After the ceremony, the wreath was taken out to sea on the Plover Ferry.
Photo by Jami Makan
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The Northern Light • May 9 - 15, 2019
Remember Mo!
Mother’s Day Sunday, May 12
Floral Fireworks DeGoede Brothers’ lush and full hanging baskets are perfectly suited to our Pacific Northwest summer weather. A perfect gift for Mother’s Day, their brilliant color will add a spark to any patio, porch or gazebo. They’re grown in Sumner, Washington, and trucked with great care to each Haggen garden shop. Every big basket is bursting with luscious summertime blooms to attract your neighborhood’s most discerning butterflies and hummingbirds.
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