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New leadership at Banner Bank in Blaine, page 2

Downtown “street trees” will need management

Luke Ridnour retires from the NBA, page 6

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Blaine Gardener’s Market puts down roots, page 8

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(See Trees, page 7)

s Drayton Harbor Music Festival jazz faculty playing a noon concert on Monday, July 11, at the G Street Plaza in Blaine. The Drayton Harbor Music Festival continues through Saturday. More photos on page 10.

Photo by Oliver Lazenby

Thirty percent jump in crime reported in Blaine last year, but statistics may be skewed By Oliver Lazenby Are crime rates rising in Blaine? A new study shows that crime increased last year, but Blaine Police Department records and administrative manager Lisa Moeller said it’s probably not a long-term trend. The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs’ most recent report showed a 31.5-percent jump in the num-

ber of crimes reported by Blaine police in 2015. Some of the biggest increases came in burglary, destruction of property and other property crimes. In total, 422 criminal offenses were reported in 2015, up from 321 in 2014, and Blaine police made 91 arrests. Moeller said a few factors are skewing the numbers, and the jump in reported crimes last year may not reflect an overall rise in crime.

Medical pot dispensaries close with little local impact By Oliver Lazenby As of July 1, medical marijuana dispensaries are illegal in Washington. State legislators ended the nearly 20-year experiment last spring with a bill that required medical dispensaries to obtain marijuana retailer licenses – allowing that they could snag one of the limited permits – or close shop. Green crosses are coming down across the state, but not in Blaine; the city didn’t

have any medical marijuana dispensaries, said Michael Jones, the city’s community development director. Throughout Whatcom County, however, about a dozen dispensaries will have to close. Jacob Lamont doesn’t expect the change to have much of an impact on his recreational marijuana business, Evergreen Cannabis in Blaine. “Do I think I’ll see a spike in revenue? I think it will trickle in,” he said. One purpose of the bill is to eliminate

what some lawmakers see as unfair competition – medical dispensaries operated without some of the regulations that govern state-licensed stores. Lawmakers hope to bring medical patients into the state-licensed retail marijuana market, which will increase taxes collected from the industry and allow the retail industry to better compete with the still-existing black market. (See Marijuana, page 3)

One factor is that 2014 was a particularly low year for crime in Blaine, so that makes 2015 look worse by comparison. There were 15 burglaries in 2014, for example, and the average number of burglaries for the previous few years was in the mid 20s, Moeller said. In 2015, the number of burglaries (See Crime, page 2)

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Street trees have a sweet spot in their life cycle. Too young and their roots don’t go deep enough to survive a drought and they don’t reach the full potential of their psychological, economic and environmental benefits. Too old and they outgrow their space and begin to damage surrounding pavement. According to a recent study, the trees on Peace Portal Drive are in that sweet spot, but they won’t be for long and some are already starting to damage sidewalks. The study, funded by a Department of Natural Resources grant and performed by Urban Forestry Services, Inc., of Mount Vernon, looked at 110 trees from Cherry Street north. The arborists who conducted the study recommended maintaining the trees as long as possible, even though nearly half the trees – mostly Armstrong maples with some Katsura trees on the corners – are already pushing up the sidewalk. “Most of the trees appear healthy and vigorous,” the study stated. “As they decline or cause excessive infrastructure damage, they can be removed.” Presented with this information at its July 11 meeting, Blaine City Council directed city staff to write a 15-year plan for those trees. Ideally, trees will be removed and replanted in intervals that don’t leave chunks of the street devoid of trees, councilmembers said. Staff won’t begin developing a plan until after the city passes its 2017 budget, and the planning process will include public outreach, said public works director Ravyn Whitewolf. Mayor Harry Robinson said the trees should be maintained in a way that keeps maintenance costs consistent from year to year.

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New leadership at Banner Bank By Oliver Lazenby Banner Bank in Blaine has a new branch manager. Trevis Seimears recently joined the local branch of the Walla Walla-based bank as assistant vice president and branch manager. Seimears earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of

Nevada, Las Vegas, and has 11 years of banking experience, including managing successful branches, according to a press release from Banner Bank. Seamers most recently managed a Chase Bank in Bellingham. He made the move to Banner Bank because he’s worked at larger banks for most of his career and he wanted to work

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jumped to 45. “That’s still a pretty big jump from the average of the previous years,” Moeller said. But the number is still small enough that a string of burglaries – perhaps committed by one individual – can have an outsized effect on the data. “We did have a pretty big string of burglaries in 2015, and the county sheriff’s office saw the same thing in the surrounding areas,” she said. “We don’t know for certain that they were related, but there were several very close together, so it’s possible that it can be attributed to one individual.” Destruction of property crimes jumped from 43 reported incidents in 2014 to 87 last year. That could also be explained, at least partially, by a string of crimes, Moeller said.

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“There was a string of incidents in Semiahmoo with damage to several lawns and mailboxes,” she said. “It’s interesting how one spree like that can really change the numbers, because each address is a different crime.” The numbers could be further skewed by new software and other changes in the way the state collects this data from local jurisdictions, Moeller said. So far in 2016, Blaine police have not seen high numbers of crimes, Moeller said.

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Lamont obtained a medical endorsement from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) for his business, a new license that allows retailers to sell medical marijuana to patients without having to charge state or local sales tax. Medical patients will still have to pay the 37-percent state excise tax. To be eligible to buy medical marijuana without paying sales tax, patients must be authorized by a physician and register with a state database that’s managed by the DOH. Many medical patients don’t want to register as a user of a federally illegal substance, Lamont said. He thinks the rule change could drive some of those patients back to the black market

in search of unregulated, tax-free cannabis. Medical patients can still form collective gardens, but the legislation reduced the number of plants they can grow from 15 to four. Dispensaries started to close last year, and Evergreen Cannabis has already served some customers who formerly got cannabis from medical stores, Lamont said. Monthly sales at Evergreen Cannabis climbed from $40,000 in January to $62,823 in June, according to data from the LCB. To meet an expected increase in demand at retail stores, the liquor and cannabis board issued 222 additional retail licenses since last October, but their data shows that more than 1,000 applicants did not receive licenses. Lamont, a firm believer in the medical benefits of marijuana, opposed the rule change because

he thinks it will hurt medical users. He said he’s seen marijuana benefit many patients, including children with epilepsy and terminal illnesses, he said. “Yeah, having one marketplace could be more beneficial to me as a businessman, but as a humanitarian I don’t agree with it,” Lamont said. “I just think that the cause is more important than my profit.” For Lamont, this is just the newest change in an industry that’s been dynamic since its onset. “This is the most stressful business I’ve ever even been around,” Lamont said. “And I’ve crabbed the Bering Sea.”

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Co-publisher & Advertising Director Louise Mugar lmugar@thenorthernlight.com Copy Editor Kara Furr kara@pointrobertspress.com Editorial Intern Sarah Sharp Reporter Oliver Lazenby oliver@pointrobertspress.com Creative Services Ruth Lauman, Doug De Visser production@thenorthernlight.com Office Manager Amy Weaver info@thenorthernlight.com Advertising Sales Molly Ernst, Janet McCall Catherine Darkenwald sales@thenorthernlight.com General Editorial Inquiries editor@thenorthernlight.com Contributors In This Issue Tony Fiore, Debbie Harger The Northern Light 225 Marine Drive, Suite 200 Blaine, WA 98230 Tel: 360/332-1777 Vol XXII, No. 5 Circulation: 10,500 copies

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The Editor: I’ve had several intelligent customers with vision that love this area and want to contribute to the betterment of our community and Blaine’s success going forward that live just outside the city limits. The current rule says you have to live inside the city limits to be on council. I’m not sure when this was enacted, but I think it’s way past time we change this and allow more of the population to contribute to our community in a positive manner. My suggestions, which so far seem to have fallen on deaf ears, would be to allow anyone in 98230 to run for city council positions – at least have it extend to the same farthest limits of the “city limit” line. What I mean is that the current city limit is 6.2 miles all the way to Semiahmoo. Let that be the limit, a 6.2-mile radius from downtown, which would go over halfway to Guide Meridian and almost to Custer. By allowing more citizens to run for council, it would mean folks that don’t contribute in a positive manner to Blaine

being a downtown to be proud of would be voted out and replaced by folks that have smaller egos, helpful, friendly attitudes, a positive point of view, and vision of what could be. This wonderful community in such a beautiful setting, with so much potential deserves that as a minimum. I welcome anyone that cares about downtown to come into my shop, Horseshoe Coins and Antiques, and let’s figure out how to change the rules and help Blaine receive new councilmembers to drive a prospective future for our downtown and community. Fitting quotes: “I’d rather be a pilgrim without a destination, than walk through the same threshold everyday.” (Unknown) ‘There are two types of people: The ones who give you 50 reasons it can’t be done … and the ones who just do it.” – Hoda Kotb “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford “High expectations are the key to every-

thing.” – Sam Walton “Do it now or forever wish you had.” (Unknown) “Do you want to live a safe life or an authentic one?” (Unknown) Bill Becht Blaine The Editor: The unmitigated and vicious assaults and murders of officers in Dallas are indicative of a growing trend in the dangers confronted by law enforcement and corrections officers on a daily basis. This should trouble us all. Regardless of whether classified as targeted assassinations, terrorism, committed during the course of other crimes or perpetrated by those who are dangerously mental ill, officers are being increasingly injured, disabled and killed while protecting society. (See Letters, page 5) Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.

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Officers do not have the luxury of fleeing from risks, but rather willingly run toward danger to save others. Law enforcement in Whatcom County enjoys widespread support, which reflects well on the men and women who serve our community with honor, compassion and bravery. Some however, criticize decisions to provide officers with the protective equipment, training and exercises needed to effectively respond to active shooters, which they characterize as a scheme to “militarize the police.” Recent events in Orlando, Dallas and across our country should crystalize necessities and provide clarity. Citing aberrations of police misconduct in other parts of the country as a basis, there is a movement afoot within our state to strip officers of the legal protections they need to safely and effectively perform their jobs. If we are to expect our officers to rush towards danger, we need to provide them the support they need. Washington state has one of the lowest ratios of officers to citizens of any state. Our deputies and officers do an incredible job. As Sheriff, I am very proud of our deputies and all officers in Whatcom County for their professionalism, integrity and commitment. Bill Elfo Whatcom County Sheriff The Editor: Our nation is 240 years old and we celebrated with fabulous explosives. A wonderful Fourth of July for many, the symbol of devastating loss to others. The message on our Statue of Liberty has been lost over the years. The Mother of Exiles spoke, “Keep ancient lands, your storied pomp! Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” These words might not be only for refugees from foreign lands, but the disenfranchised in our own country. Both political parties in this country are managed

and controlled for the most part, by the few powerful elite that profit from foreign policy that has caused wars and angst throughout the world in the name of jobs and progress. We are the most powerful nation in the world, at one time the most loved for our generosity and material support for countries threatened and bereft. We have become a juggernaut, in the eyes of many – our own citizens left behind because of policy based on profit for the few. How is that our votes perpetuate the very policies that are killing our middle class and denying hope to the majority of citizens? Perhaps it is time to rethink what we are doing to ourselves. Donna Starr Blaine The Editor: A time of great challenge. The officer involved shootings in Baton Rouge, Falcon Heights and the ambush in Dallas have been a heart wrenching and horrific week for America. America is in a time of great challenge with violence, race issues, declining mental health services and increased illegal drug use. As a society we must embrace humanity and the sanctity of human dignity. The law is the cornerstone of any democracy. The police are the guardians of democracy. The expectation in a democracy is that force will be used sparingly and only in those circumstances where it is lawful. Tragically there have been incidents where force was used too quickly, too

strongly or with the wrong intent. As a profession, the police serve America and their communities with the spirit of service, justice and fundamental fairness. There has never been a justification for violence against law enforcement. Martin Luther King, Jr. said “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” I am hopeful we can improve as a society by engaging each other with communication, listening, understanding, respect and considering each other’s perspectives in life. As citizens of America, we live in one house (under one nation). We must not let hate and violence define us as a people. Pat Brown Ferndale The Editor: With all the focus on the presidential race, voters may be surprised to find a ballot in their mailbox come July 15. Washington has a primary election and there are lots of important races to vote on. The only local race is in the 42nd legislative district. I am supporting Independent Doug Karlberg for position 1, and I hope you will too. We have far too many legislators in Olympia who would rather sit in their partisan corners than get up and

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Blaine native Luke Ridnour retires from 12-year NBA career By Oliver Lazenby Blaine native and professional basketball player Luke Ridnour plans to do more with his annual youth basketball camp and the local sports community in retirement. The former Blaine High School basketball star and 12-year NBA veteran announced his retirement from the league last month, after

a career that stretched well past the average NBA career of 4.5 years, according to the league’s website. Ridnour, 35, currently lives in Seattle but is looking into moving to Whatcom County, he said in a phone interview. Ridnour’s basketball career started in Blaine, where he led Blaine High School to two state championships. “I think my fondest memories

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Ridnour and his wife have four boys: a 7-year-old, twin 5-yearolds, a 1-year-old, and another baby on the way. Ridnour’s NBA career started in 2003 when the Seattle SuperSonics drafted him. He spent much of the next five years as a starter with the Sonics, before going to the Milwaukee Bucks in a trade. He also played with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Charlotte Bobcats and the Orlando Magic. A trade from the Orlando Magic to the Memphis Grizzlies in June 2015 was the first in a series of four trades in less than a week that left his NBA prospects up in the air. Ridnour called his time playing with the Sonics a highlight of his career. He became the Sonics’

starting point guard in the 20042005 season, filling a role left open by legendary Sonic Gary Payton a few years earlier. Statistically, his years with the Sonics were some of his most impressive, averaging more than 10 points and five assists per game for most of his time in Seattle. “Those are years I’ll always cherish – just being able to play with my home team,” Ridnour said. “But to me the highlights were more about the people that you get to meet and the relationships that you form.” The Luke Ridnour Basketball Camp, for kids ages 6-12, runs July 27–29. Find more info at lukeridnourbasketballcamp.com

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in the country. Its impact to the environment and the tribe’s treaty fishing rights would have been irreparable. But amidst this good news comes the treaty tribes’ 2016 State of Our Watersheds (SOW) report. It reminds us that salmon habitat is being lost and damaged faster than it can be restored, while salmon populations continue to decline. We first documented this trend across 20 western Washington watersheds in our 2012 SOW report. Our research showed that even the recent economic recession had little effect in slowing the loss and decline of salmon habitat in our watersheds. As the economy continues to recover, habitat loss and damage is picking up steam again. We are losing ground by every measurement we have. • Increased armoring of riverbanks and marine nearshore areas are harming salmon and the forage fish that are essential to their survival. • Forestlands that help keep salmon streams cool continue to

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“Would it be possible to work out a plan for those trees, decide what you want them to look like,

and every year take out some?” he said. “That would give us a yearly budget number we can live with.” The report recommended pruning both branches and roots to keep the current trees as long

as possible. The city should also continue shaving down high edges of heaving and buckling sidewalk panels, the report said. The study also outlined some more expensive management options, including planting new trees and installing underground root retention systems, replacing sidewalks with flexible rubber tiles, or removing pavement entirely to allow tree roots more room to grow. Some of those options would reduce space for parking or sidewalk use, and every management option comes with costs. According to the report, doing nothing will cause the most damage to the sidewalk and road, and may lead to the trees being removed all at once later. “Street trees are living things, and that’s key to managing them,” said Michael Jones, community development director. Cutting all the trees down and going treeless might be the cheapest long-term option, but there’s a reason street trees are ubiquitous in cities and towns around the world, Jones said. Trees make a measurable impact on air and water quality and the shade they cast reduces energy costs for nearby businesses. Beyond that, areas with more

This Friday, about 500 runners with support vans in tow will begin a relay race from Blaine to Langley, on the south end of Whidbey Island. The annual Northwest Passage Ragnar Relay covers about 200 miles, with teams of 12 runners tag-teaming the course. Runners take turns running between checkpoints while their team van follows along behind, swapping in a new runner at each

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Fresh & Local Blaine Gardener’s Market grows roots in the community By Sarah Sharp It’s not often that Blaine closes its downtown streets – let alone for fruit and vegetables – but Ron Snyder wants to make that happen every Saturday. Snyder and his wife Cathy Taggett have high hopes the Blaine Gardener’s Market on H Street Plaza will eventually outgrow the plaza and turn into a “giant street party.” Snyder envisions a celebration the size of Blaine’s Fourth of July – only with fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods and potted plants in lieu of parade floats. “Our goal is to see Blaine be a better place for all its people,” he said. “And things like the market make Blaine a better place.” Every Saturday from late May through October 10 a.m.–2 p.m., vendors of all kinds bring the market to life in downtown Blaine. They sometimes change from week to week, but the spirit of the market – high quality goods at a reasonable price – remains the same, Snyder said. Vendors sell a variety of goods, including jewelry, handmade soap, yogurt, lotion, produce, canned jams and jellies, wood carvings, planters, hand sewn and knitted items, glass art and baked goods. Most vendors are from Blaine, though a few come from other towns within North Whatcom County, Snyder said. He and Taggett started the market in 2008, shortly after moving to Blaine and recognizing a void in their newfound home: fresh, local food. At first, they pined for a farmer’s market. “But the problem was, unlike Lynden, we don’t have any farms here,” Synder said, laughing. “We have gardens.” The first gardener’s market exceeded all their expectations. Twenty-six vendors showed

up, overflowing the plaza and sprawling down the sidewalk. One year later, the Blaine Chamber of Commerce officially sponsored the event. Snyder and Taggett make no money as organizers. They charge a modest $2–4 fee per vendor space, all of which goes to advertising in The Northern Light. It’s not uncommon for children to shell out a couple of dollars from their allowance money to sell their own homemade goods, Synder said. “Our goal was to provide an opportunity for people who were not farmers – young people, old folks, children, anybody – to come and sell whatever they wanted that they made (See Market, page 9)

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or grew,” he said. But Snyder sees the market as encompassing more than just the vendors who paid for their spots. “This is the reality,” he said. “Every store that you can see from the market is the market. They feed us, and we feed them. Our customers cross the street and go to their store. Their customers cross the street and come to the market.” This symbiotic relationship, he believes, is integral to attracting more people to Blaine. He encourages Blaine residents to show up to the market, even

if it’s sans wallet, to simply say hello to friends and neighbors. “People driving by will think something is going on so they’ll stop, and they will have their wallets on them,” he said. “That will help Blaine, and in the long run, that will help you.” Snyder said two words exemplify the market: sustainable and resilient. After eight years, the market is beginning to appear sustainable, he said. What’s more important is its resilience. “Having local food available to the local people gives the community more resilience in the case of an emergency,” he said. “We live in earthquake country. I’d like to know that someone is growing food out

here. In a major 9.5 earthquake, who’s going to help us if we can’t help ourselves?” In order to attain that resilience, the community will have to ensure the market lives on through changes in vendors and organization, Snyder said. But he’s hopeful the market’s pop-

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Whatcom County sheriff’s reports, June 20 - July 1 June 20, 1:20 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Clamdigger Drive. June 9:46 a.m.: Theft cold call on Ocean Mist Loop. June 20, 11:59 a.m.: Noise on Seafair Court. June 20, 2:23 p.m.: Domestic physical on Alderson Road. June 20, 4:04 p.m.: Domestic verbal on Halibut Drive. June 20, 4:34 p.m.: Serve papers on Kayak Way. June 20, 5:39 p.m.: Driving while intoxicated on Birch Bay Drive. June 20, 8:15 p.m.: Juvenile problem on Birch Bay Drive. June 20, 9:06 p.m.: Neighborhood dispute cold call on Clamdigger Dr. June 20, 9:44 p.m.: Harassment on Skeena Way. June 21, 10:43 a.m.: Missing child on Harbor Drive. June 21, 5:53 p.m.: Traffic problem on Birch Bay Drive. June 21, 8:14 p.m.: Security check on Seaview Drive. June 21, 11:09 p.m.: Domestic physical on James Tree Lane. Blaine woman, 47, arrested and cited for fourth degree assault. June 22, 8:40 a.m.: Theft cold call on Willeys Lake Road. June 22, 8:45 a.m.: Neighborhood dispute on Birch Bay–Lynden Road. June 22, 11:36 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle cold call on Camas Drive. June 22, 2:23 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle cold call on West 23rd Place. June 22, 3:19 p.m.: Custodial interference cold call on Fisherman’s Bend Lane. June 22, 3:41 p.m.: Civil problem cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 22, 5:05 p.m.: Serve warrant on Harborview Road. June 22, 5:57 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident unknown injury on Haynie Road. Blaine woman, 62, cited for driving with wheels off the roadway. June 22, 7:20 p.m.: Harassment cold call on Harborview Drive. June 22, 10:21 p.m.: Fireworks on California Trail. June 23, 10:43 a.m.: Drugs at milepost 276, I-5. June 23, 11:19 a.m.: Sex crime, no rape cold call on Grandview Road. June 23, 12:55 p.m.: Civil problem on Beach La Mar Drive. June 23, 4:46 p.m.: Drugs on Nature’s Path Way. June 24, 1:43 a.m.: Suicidal subject on Birch Bay Drive. June 24, 3:19 a.m.: Assist citizen on California Trail. June 24, 7:23 a.m.: Welfare check on Birch Bay Drive. June 24, 10:22 a.m.: Death investigation on Custer School Road. June 24, 12:11 p.m.: Assist citizen cold call on Camas Drive. June 24, 1:50 p.m.: Assist citizen cold call on Beach La Mar Drive. June 24, 2:13 p.m.: Suicidal subject on Loomis Trail Road. June 24, 2:43 p.m.: Juvenile problem cold call on Harborview Road. June 24, 4:31 p.m.: Runaway cold call on Harborview Road. June 24, 7:20 p.m.: Trouble with customer on Birch Bay Drive. June 24, 8:09 p.m.: Hot rod on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 24, 9:23 p.m.: Trespass on Birch Bay Drive. June 24, 11:10 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident non-blocking, non-injury on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 25, 5:15 a.m.: Neighborhood dispute on Dawn Lane. June 25, 10:09 a.m.: Serve warrant at milepost 276 on I-5. June 25, 11:59 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 25, 2:30 p.m.: Threat on Ham Road. Custer man, 56, arrested for felony harassment. June 25, 8:11 p.m.: Welfare check on Salish Road. June 25, 8:37 p.m.: Serve warrant at milepost 276, I-5. June 25, 9:09 p.m.: Domestic verbal

on Dawn Lane. June 25, 9:56 p.m.: Suspicious person on Birch Terrace Place. June 25, 10:18 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Titan Terrace. June 26, 4:33 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Arnie Road. June 26, 4:59 p.m.: Domestic physical on Blaine Road. Blaine man arrested for fourth degree assault. June 26, 7:13 p.m.: Hot rod on Grandview Road. June 26, 11:22 p.m.: Music on Seashell Way. June 27, 6 a.m.: Welfare check on Alderson Road. June 27, 6:33 a.m.: Traffic problem on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 27, 7:34 a.m.: Traffic problem on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Lynden man, 29, arrested for operating with license suspended third degree. June 27, 1:03 p.m.: Vehicle abandoned on Pheasant Drive. June 27, 2:16 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Bay Square Street. June 27, 7:07 p.m.: Neighborhood dispute cold call on Treevue Road. June 27, 8:49 p.m.: Domestic verbal on Harborview Road. June 27, 9:24 pm.: Traffic stop on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Ferndale man, 22, arrested and cited for driving under the influence, and cited for failing to renew expired registration. June 27, 11:17 p.m.: Mental on Seashell Way. June 28, 3:08 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Bay Drive. June 28, 9 a.m.: Sex crime no rape cold call on Red Cedar Road. June 28, 11:27 a.m.: Theft cold call on Beachcomber Drive. June 28, 1:47 p.m.: Theft cold call on Birch Bay Drive. June 28, 1:59 p.m.: Theft cold call on California Trail. June 28, 3:48 p.m.: Domestic verbal on Richmond Park Road. June 28, 4:49 p.m.: Landlord tenant dispute on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 28, 9:22 p.m.: Civil problem on Custer School Road. June 28, 9:34 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Chehalis Road. June 29, 9:21 a.m.: Civil problem on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 29, 9:25 a.m.: Landlord-tenant dispute on Birch Bay Drive. June 29, 11:47 a.m.: Domestic order violation on Blaine Road. Blaine woman, 41, arrested and cited for violating a no contact order. June 29, 12:59 p.m.: Harassment cold call on Birch Bay Drive. June 29, 3:50 p.m.: Custodial interference cold call on Birch Bay Square Street. June 29, 5:57 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident non-blocking, non-injury on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Blaine man, 37, cited for following too close. June 29, 8:01 p.m.: Juvenile problem cold call on Mayfair Place. June 29, 10:26 p.m.: Fireworks on Birch Terrace Drive.

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June 29, 10:34 p.m.: Traffic stop on Blaine Road. Ferndale woman, 39, arrested and cited for failing to transfer title. June 30, 5:15 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on Kendall Road. June 30, 9:52 a.m.: Assist citizen cold call on Sunset Drive. June 30, 1 p.m.: Theft on Harborview Road and Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 30, 3:12 p.m.: Fireworks cold call on Masterson Road. June 20, 4:30 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Birch Bay Drive. June 30, 7:28 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident non-blocking, non-injury on Bay Road. June 30, 8:55 p.m.: Extra patrol on Anderson Road. July 1, 11:50 a.m.: Theft cold call on Whitehorn Way. July 1, 12:07 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Arnie Road. July 1, 1 p.m.: Suspicious person cold call on Sterling Avenue. July 1, 1:43 p.m.: Bicycle theft cold call on Haynie Road. July 1, 4:31 p.m.: Theft cold call on Harborview Road. July 1, 5:04 p.m.: Custodial interference on Masterson Road. July 1, 6:02 p.m.: Assist citizen on Birch Bay Drive. July 1, 7:04 p.m.: Serve warrant at milepost 276 I-5. July 1, 7:04 p.m.: Drugs at milepost 276 I-5. Bellingham woman, 36, arrested for controlled substance violation. July 1, 7:49 p.m.: Civil problem on Clamdigger Drive. July 1, 7:57 p.m.: Trespass on Tidal Way. July 1, 9:53 p.m.: Fireworks on Birch Bay Drive. July 1, 10:07 p.m.: Parking problem on Birch Bay Drive. July 1, 10:21 p.m.: Traffic stop on Harborview Road. Custer man, 31, cited for operating with license suspended second degree. July 1, 10:46 p.m.: Fireworks on Moonlight Way. July 2, 7:24 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances cold call on California Trail. July 2, 12:39 p.m.: Hit and run cold call on Birch Drive. July 2, 1:23 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Bay Road. July 2, 3:09 p.m.: Alarm panic on West Badger Road. July 2, 4:14 p.m.: Traffic stop on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Blaine man, 55, arrested and cited for operating with license suspended third degree. July 2, 5:40 p.m.: Domestic verbal on East Street. July 2, 5:43 p.m.: Domestic physical on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. July 2, 5:47 p.m.: Threat on Grandview Road. July 2, 6:29 p.m.: Fireworks on Mayfair Raod. July 2, 7:48 p.m.: Domestic verbal on Alderson Road. July 2, 8:05 p.m.: Fireworks on Bay Road.

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Birch Bay State Park

Coming up Drayton Harbor Music Festival: Through Saturday, July 16. Free noon weekday concerts at G and H street plazas featuring faculty and students. Friday student showcase, Saturday Art to Jazz Street Fair, 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Info: draytonharbormusic.org. Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Meeting: Thursday, July 14, noon, Birch Bay Waterslides covered pavilion. Info: 371-5004. Fun with LEGO Robotics: Thursday, July 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn how to program motion and color sensors on the robots. For ages 10+. Bimonthly. Info: 305-3637. 42nd Legislative District Candidate Debate: Thursday, July 14, 7–9 p.m., Ferndale Library, 2125 Main Street, Ferndale. Independent candidate Doug Karlberg and Libertarian candidate Jacob Lamont debate the issues. Republican and Democratic candidates are invited. Literary Lunchtime – Storytime for Adults: Friday, July 15, 1–2 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Listen to a book excerpt, short story or maybe a few of your old children’s favorites. Then make a simple related craft! Bring a lunch if you’d like. Info: 305-3637. Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea: Friday, July 15, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park, Wildlife Theater. Learn about harbor seals, sea lions, dolphins, porpoises and whales from a marine naturalist. Free. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Plants and Us: Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m., Birch Bay State Park, BP Heron Center. Explore the natural and geological history of the park. Learn to identify trees, shrubs and plants, and which are medicinal or edible. Free. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org.

s Campers from Michigan playing a round of bocce at Birch Bay State Park.

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Upcoming events at Birch Bay State Park Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea: Friday, July 15, 7 p.m. Learn about the Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea from naturalist Victoria Souze. Plants and Us: Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. Meet at BP Heron Center. Take a walk and learn to identify trees, shrubs and plants. Junior Ranger Program: Saturday, July 16, 5 p.m. Join Birch Bay State Park Rangers for this event geared towards children of all ages. A Discover Pass or day pass is required to park in Birch Bay State Park. Learn more about interpretive events at Birch Bay State Park and see the full calendar online at fobbsp.org.

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ACROSS 1. Blast 4. Fly high 8. Drag one’s feet 13. “La Scala di ___” (Rossini opera) 14. Beep 15. Birchbark 16. Not worked on 18. Absurd 19. Distance runner 20. American symbol 21. Absorbed, as a cost 22. Appear 25. Queen, maybe 26. Hooter 28. Fastest land animal 30. Schuss, e.g. 31. Baby’s first word, maybe 32. Science used to solve crimes 34. Final: Abbr. 35. Light bulb unit 38. German physicist 39. Court figures 40. Charlotte-to-Raleigh dir.

41. Close friend 43. An end to sex? 44. Fla. neighbor 45. Person who eats too much 49. Certain theater, for short 50. Campaigner, for short 51. Moray, e.g. 52. Morgue, for one 53. Have another go at 55. A-list 57. Inspired poet of Vedic hymns 58. Known as the City of Pearls 62. Bit of high jinks 63. A man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure 64. Fashion books (abbr.) 65. Center point of an armorial escutcheon 66. Done for 67. A pint, maybe

DOWN 1. Highest point

2. Potsdam Conference attendee 3. Reduce, as expenses 4. Marienbad, for one 5. ___ grass 6. “Act your ___!” 7. Cabernet, e.g. 8. Kind of nerve 9. Bite 10. Similar to something else in design 11. Flying solo 12. “Malcolm X” director 13. Poison plant 17. A Muse 20. To set on fire 23. Used for a hard metallic substance 24. Caused by heat 25. Quiet 27. Gobs 29. Lizard, old-style 33. 40 winks 35. Dam 36. Resembling a goose 37. Violent windstorms 39. Abbr. after a name 41. Fancy 42. King or queen 46. ___ council on “Survivor” 47. Power problem 48. Demands 54. “Get ___!” 56. Dalai ___ 57. Churchill’s “so few”: Abbr. 58. “48___” 59. “___ rang?” 60. Gloomy 61. “A rat!”

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Weather Precipitation: During the period of June 28 to July 4, 0.0 inches of precipitation were recorded. The 2016 year-to-date precipitation is 17.40 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 77.3°F on June 27 with a low of 54.1°F on June 26. Average temperature for the week was 63.7°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.

Junior Rangers: Saturday, July 16, 5 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Children will learn about nature and protecting our parks. Discover Pass or day pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Hunters of the Sky: Saturday, July 16, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. See a variety of birds up close while learning about their habitats, roles in the environment, and more. Discover Pass or day pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. LEGO Club: Monday, July 18, 1 to 4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Note new time - now come play for the whole afternoon! It’s free, it’s fun, and LEGO bricks are provided. For ages 4-11. Info: 305-3637. On Your Mark, Get Set, READ: Tuesday, July 19, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Test your skills with hula hoops, challenge your friends to a race, and more! For ages 3–11. Info: 305-3637. Teen Tuesdays - Crafts and Arts: Tuesday, July 19, 3–4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Join your friends and try a new craft. All materials are supplied - bring your imagination. Grades 6-12. Info: 305-3637. Paddle to Nisqually Canoe Journey: Tuesday, July 19, 3 p.m., Birch Bay State Park. Community dinner, drumming, song, dance and stories. Info: fobbsp.org. Learn to Play Chess: Tuesday, July 19, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Weekly. For ages K–12, and parents too! Info: 305-3637. Play and Learn Drop-in: Wednesday, July 20, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Preschoolers and their adults are welcome to drop in for free play with games and activities. Info: 305-3637. Birds of Birch Bay: Friday, July 22, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Join Wayne Diaz and Chuck Kinzer to see photos and hear stories of Birch Bay birds. Free. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Birch Bay Sand Sculpture Competition: Saturday, July 23, begins at 9 a.m. for high school, business and children’s divisions. Sunday, July 24, begins at 10 a.m. for masters, family, non profit and group divisions. Judging at 3 p.m. and awards at 5 p.m. both days. Information, rules, costs and advance registration available at birchbaychamber.com. Chalk It Up: Saturday, July 23, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., H Street and Peace Portal Drive, Blaine. Teen artists (entering grades 9–12 this fall) enter to create a chalk art panel. Info: ci.blaine.wa.us. Gardening for Alternative Pollinators: Saturday, July 23, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Learn how to attract pollinators to your garden. Free. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Picnic at the Playground: Saturday, July 23, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Blaine Marine Park Playground, 272 Marine Drive. A cookout at the new playground. All ages. Cost: $3. Info: bbbparkandrec.com. Luke Ridnour Basketball Camp: Wednesday–Friday, July 27–29, Blaine High School Gym. Learn basketball skills from NBA player and Blaine native, Luke Ridnour. Session 1: Ages 6-8, 9 a.m.–10 a.m., $50. Session 2: Ages 9-12, 10:30 a.m.–noon, $75. Info: lukeridnourbasketballcamp.com. Brose/Ryder Cup Golf Tournament: Saturday, July 30, noon, Dakota Creek Golf Course, Blaine. Cost is $75. Carts, lunch and golf, dinner and silent auction, raffle, and music. Proceeds go to 3-year-old Ryder and two scholarships to Blaine High School seniors. Info: Rick Freeman, 410-9261; Steve Miller, 594-1838; Kris Kruse, 820-5706; Rudy Ambrose, 223-3705..

Ongoing AA Meetings: Monday and Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, noon; Wednesday, 7 p.m. (women only); Saturday, 11 a.m., United Church of Christ, 885 4th Street, Blaine. Al-Anon Meetings: Tuesday, 1–2 p.m., Good Samaritan Society-Stafholt, 456 C Street, Blaine. Open to all. Info: 332-8248. Karaoke with DJ Rudy: Friday and Saturday nights, 8 p.m.–midnight, Paso del Norte, 758 Peace Portal Drive. Info: 332-4045. Alaska Packers Museum: Friday–Sunday, 1–5 p.m., Semiahmoo Park. Open through September. Info: 371-3558. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.

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