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December 26, 4:00 p.m.: Blaine police contacted a woman who wanted to report that a man had security cameras inside of his apartment, which were pointing towards the parking lot. When confronted about the cameras, the man was rude to the woman. The police officer explained that it was not a crime to have cameras on his own property and it was not a crime to be rude. The woman hung up on the officer. December 26, 7:25 p.m.: Blaine officers responded to a physical assault where the girlfriend assaulted her boyfriend. When the officers arrived the victim had already left the scene. A witness saw the suspect physically assault her boyfriend. The suspect also made threats to stab the witness. The officers went and tried to detain the suspect, but she actively resisted. The officers arrested the suspect for assault 4th degree DV, harassment, and resisting arrest. The suspect was transported to the Whatcom County Jail. December 26, 9:59 p.m.: Officers responded to a shoplifting complaint. Officers found the suspects, but the store declined to press charges. The suspects were given trespass warnings and released. December 27, 6:54 p.m.: A Blaine police officer documented some graffiti on a shed believed to be associated with the Boys and Girls Club. It is unknown how long the graffiti has been on the shed and a day shift officer will follow up with the club for more information. The graffiti was later determined to be very old, likely from 2018.

December 30, 10:24 p.m.:

Blaine officers responded to a welfare check of a juvenile female walking barefoot in the rain. The juvenile was locked out of her house by her step-father for punishment. The juvenile’s mom came and picked her up. The officer spoke to the step-father. Charges for reckless endangerment will be forwarded to the prosecutor for review. December 31, 8:45 p.m.: Blaine officers responded to a party because someone had their car blocked in. The driver was reported to be intoxicated. The driver got his vehicle out and drove off before the police arrived. When

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the police approached the house, they did not hear any loud music or people. The officers contacted the resident and saw two other guys in the house. The officer determined there was no party, just a small gathering of people to celebrate the New Year. The police circulated to find the intoxicated driver, but could not locate him. January 7, 12:11 p.m.: Blaine Police Department officers were flagged down by a concerned citizen who found a cell phone at Semiahmoo Park. Officers took custody of the phone and brought it to the station. The phone has been left with support staff who have been requested to use social media platforms to possibly find the owner. January 7, 3:24 p.m.: Blaine Police Department were dispatched to an individual who was having a behavioral crisis. Officers arrived on scene and requested Aid to respond as well. Aid arrived and transported the individual to the St. Joseph’s Hospital for an involuntary commitment.

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Precipitation: During the period of January 4 to 10, 1.49 inches of precipitation was recorded. The 2021 year-to-date precipitation 2.71 inches.

Temperature: High for the past week was 56.1°F on January 6 with a low of 33.7°F on January 9. Average high was 46.6°F and average low was 40.4°F.

Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.

Coming up

Please wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines.

Native Plant Sale: Now through March 1. Order online at whatcomcd. org/plant-sale. Pre-scheduled drive through pick up March 13 and 14 at the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association, 3057 E Bakerview Road, Bellingham. Sponsored by the Whatcom Conservation District.

New Relics Art Exhibit: Tuesday–Saturday, January 8–30, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Allied Arts of Whatcom County, 1418 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham. New Relics presents works created in our modern era but with a nod to traditional themes and techniques featuring work from Richard Bulman, Nikole Dixon and Jessica Molnar. Info: alliedarts.org.

Ongoing:

Blaine Food Bank: 500 C Street. Open Mondays 9 a.m.–noon, Wednesdays 5–7 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m.–noon. Delivery options available. Info:360/332-6350 or blainefood@hotmail.com.

The Bridge Food Distribution Program: Fridays 3:30–5 p.m., The Bridge Community Hope Center, 4815 Alderson Road. Registration required at thebridgehope.com or call 360/366-8763. Volunteers welcome.

The Bridge Clothing Bank Boutique: Open Wednesdays 3–5 p.m. and Fridays 12–5 p.m., The Bridge Community Hope Center, 4815 Alderson Road. Donations by appointment, call 360/366-8763.

Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Virtual Meetings: Third Thursdays, 1 p.m. Meeting ID on birchbaychamber.com.

Coffee With The Contractor Virtual Meetings: Fourth Thursdays, 8 a.m. Learn the progress of the Birch Bay berm project with members of Granite Construction, Whatcom County Public Works and the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce. Meeting ID on birchbaychamber.com

Blaine Chamber of Commerce Virtual Meetings: First Wednesday, noon. Meeting ID on blainechamber.com.

Blaine Library: 610 3rd Street. Closed in-branch visits. Curbside holds and pick up, Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Info 360/305-3637.

Meals on Wheels & More: Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Adults 60+ pick up one fresh and six frozen meals. Suggested donation $5 per meal. First come first serve basis. Info: 360/332-8040.

Toastmasters Virtual Meetings: Tuesdays 6:30–7:45 p.m. Info: 360/9331671

Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.

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January 6, 1:04 a.m.: Domestic order violation in progress on Ramona Lane and Delta Line Road, Custer. January 6, 3:00 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle in progress on Birch Bay Road. January 6, 3:12 a.m.: Welfare check in progress on Behme Road. January 6, 4:43 a.m.: Noise in progress on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. January 6, 3:56 p.m.: Hit and run in progress on Birch Bay Drive. A suspect was arrested. January 7, 11:07 a.m.: Mental in progress on Surf Place. January 7, 1:05 p.m.: Civil problem cold call on Clamdigger Drive. January 7, 1:43 p.m.: Security check cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. January 7, 2:48 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Blaine Road. January 7, 3:07 p.m.: Hit and run cold call on Sunburst Drive. January 7, 3:23 p.m.: Vandalism cold call on Sunburst Drive. January 7, 10:50 p.m.: Alarm audible in progress on Birch Bay Square Street. January 7, 10:55 p.m.: Domestic verbal in progress on Halibut Drive. January 8, 7:45 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Knorr Court. January 8, 3:30 p.m.: Assist citizen in progress on Sunburst Drive. January 8, 4:33 p.m.: Fireworks in progress on Terril Drive. January 8, 4:33 p.m.: Fireworks in progress on Morrison Avenue. January 8, 6:47 p.m.: Welfare check in progress on Main Street, Custer. January 8, 8:28 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle in progress on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. January 9, 1:39 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle in progress on Anderson Road. January 9, 2:26 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle in progress on Fir Way. January 9, 11:35 a.m.: Littering cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer. January 9, 1:41 p.m.: Vandalism cold call on Harborview Road. January 9, 6:47 p.m.: Traffic hazard in progress on Birch Bay Drive and Jackson Road. January 10, 12:05 a.m.: Disorderly conduct in progress on Halibut and Clamdigger drives. January 10, 12:23 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Fir Street. January 10, 3:09 p.m.: Mental in progress on Iverson Lane, Custer. January 10, 5:07 p.m.: Civil problem cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. January 10, 6:04 p.m.: Fight cold call on Birch Bay Square Street. January 10, 6:26 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. January 10, 7:25 p.m.: Custodial interference cold call on Starfish Lane. January 11, 4:16 a.m.: Domestic verbal in progress on James Tree Lane. January 11, 9:19 a.m.: Neighborhood dispute cold call on Loomis Trail Road, Custer.

More tents provide outdoor seating for Blaine and Birch Bay restaurants

s Bob’s Burgers and Brew, located at 8120 Birch Bay Square Street.

s Paso del Norte, located at 758 Peace Portal Drive. s Beach Cat Brewing, located at 7876 Birch Bay Drive. Photos by Conor Wilson

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“There have been numerous opportunities for people to put in their two cents’ Are impact fees the key to revitalRoberts clinic. Citing declining use, a disproportionate According to the June 25 resolution, the Point Roberts Clinic does not fit with (See Hospital, page 8) worth,” Arthur Reber said. “This process izing downtown and incentivizing administrative burden and “communi- the other clinics Unity Care NW operhas been very thorough and collaborative,” said taxpayers’ association president Mark growth in Blaine? The question was at the heart of an ty turmoil,” the board of directors of the non-profit health care provider voted at its ates in Ferndale and Bellingham, which it described as “patient centered medi- Online Robbins. Chamber of commerce president hour-long discussion between Blaine City June 25 meeting to discontinue the con- cal homes.” Close to half of the visits to allpointbulletin.com Dee Gough said her association also supported the proposal, agreeing that mandaCouncil and city staff at a special meeting held July 24. Not yet ready to make tract to operate the Point Roberts Clinic. Notice was delivered to the Point Robthe Point Roberts clinic are for urgent care, and not for primary medical care, facebook.com/allpointbulletin tory trash pickup was the obvious solution to the perennial problem of dumping garbage on the roadsides. Jeff Hegedus with the Whatcom County Health Department said by establishing a mandatory minimum service level for all developed properties, as determined by which properties have a water connection, it would lead to vendor stability because a decision, council voted unanimously during a separate meeting that evening to request that city staff draft a proposal based on four types of impact fees and incentive programs – the council will either approve, deny or modify the proposal in a few months. Impact fees are one-time charges that counties, cities and towns impose on developers. The funds are used to extend Arts and music fest makes a comeback B y M eg O ls O n “The Point Roberts Arts and Music Festival is back on the water,” says Arts Foundation founder and festival organizer running three weekends in August. Kiniski’s Reef Tavern is partnering with the foundation, offering a location, planning assistance and funds for this year’s event. “We decided to make it longer so Inside Classifieds ........................................ 20 Coming Up ...................................... 19 Garden ............................................. 15 Library ............................................ 18 Obituaries ........................................ 22 Opinion .............................................. 4 more users would support the system. public services to support growth. In Craig Jacks. more people can enjoy it,” said tavern Seniors ............................................ 18 Washington state, impact fees can be used on public streets, roads, publicly-owned (See Garbage, page 7) After being put on the shelf for a year, the festival will be back for its 23rd year, manager Allison Calder. The first weekend (See Arts & Music, page 14) Tides ................................................ 10 parks, open space, recreation facilities, Point Roberts July 4 Happy Birthday USA s Droves of sand sculptors took part in the Birch Bay Sand Sculpture contest July 22-23. More photos on page 15. Photo by Chuck Kinzer school facilities and fire protection facilities. Impact fees and other development incentives have already been written into BEGIN THE DAY AT THE Community Center 1437 Gulf Rd. Pancake Breakfast 7:15-11:15 am PREP benefit Flag Raising Ceremony 11:30 am featuring PR Winds PARADE STARTS AT 12 NOON along Gulf Rd. from Marine Dr. to Tyee Dr. AFTER PARADE FAMILY ACTIVITIES: H Breakwaters Bar & Grill at Point Roberts Marina. H Kiniski’s Reef Tavern the Blaine’s comprehensive plan, which details how to accommodate growth over the next 20 years. “These are things we’ve been looking at for a while,” said community development director Michael Jones. “The comprehenSchool district publishes policy against “lunch shaming” FIREWORKS: POINT ROBERTS MARINA AT 10:30 PM sive plan and what you’ve already adopt- B y O liver l azen B y child will be turned away on the basis of a not being able to pay for lunch, included recognizes the idea that there has to be zero or negative balance account.” ing anything from stamping kids’ hands enough financial capacity of the city to con- In some school districts, if a stu- Those guidelines aren’t new, but they’re as a reminder to bring money, to denying tinue to do its job and provide the services dent doesn’t have lunch, they don’t in writing for the first time in response to them a lunch tray. and things that it needs to do while taking eat. In others, they get a cheese sand- new U.S. Department of Agriculture reg- Blaine’s guidelines say students won’t this into consideration.” wich to eat in front of their classmates ulations that require school districts to get turned away at the lunch counter, even

The city has already started developing who are toting trays of corndogs, baked communicate, in writing, what they’ll do if they already have a negative balance a revised impact fee ordinance out of a re- beans, fruit and vegetables. when students can’t pay for lunch. on their account. Instead, they’ll either quest from the state legislature for all cit- For the most part, that’s not the case at The new federal rules are aimed at end- get a regular meal and some more debt Blaine schools. The district’s guidelines for ing “lunch shaming,” a term for a variety (See Fees, page 2) dealing with unpaid lunch debt state, “No of practices that single students out for (See Lunch, page 6)

Tall ship Lady Washington sets sail for annual maritime festival

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In just a matter of days, tall ship Lady Washington will appear in Drayton Harbor – the vessel is a full-scale replica of the first American ship to touch land on the west coast of North America in 1788.

Lady Washington typically pairs with the Hawaiian Chieftain for trips along the coast, but crews had to leave the steel-clad Hawaiian vessel moored in Port Townsend for routine repair, said operations director with Grays Harbor Historical Seaport, Caitlin Stanton. Grays Harbor Historical Seaport organizes trips along the west coast to educate the public about maritime history and traditions.

Crews maneuvering Lady Washington through the Pacific’s brisk waters are set to make a stop in Blaine from August 3 to 6 during Drayton Harbor Days, offering a slew of local cruise excursions and tours. Here’s a look at what’s in store:

Vessel Tours: The tours are offered throughout Lady Washington’s stay in Blaine. Stanton said they offer the public

(See Tall Ship, page 3)

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