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Blaine school Plover passes coast guard inspection, captain says levy passing by 52.8 percent By Oliver Lazenby Second-day results from the April 24 special election show the Blaine school district’s $12 million, six-year capital projects and technology levy narrowly passing. With 4,290 ballots counted, the levy was passing by 52.8 percent after the most recent count at 12:45 p.m. on April 25. It needs a 50 percent yes vote to pass. The school district was seeking the levy to raise money for a variety of maintenance and replacement projects that the district said are too expensive for the school’s general fund. The first projects the district plans to tackle with levy funds are building a new high school grandstand, installing field turf at the high school and purchasing property for a future Birch Bay school. Other levy-funded work includes roofing, painting and flooring projects throughout the district, stage improvements for the Performing Arts Center, renovations at Pipeline Fields and technology upgrades throughout the district. The results aren’t official until Friday, May 4. The school district would begin collecting money in 2019. The capital projects and technology levy would cost taxpayers 51 cents per $1,000 of home value annually and raise $2 million a year from 2019 to 2024. The district levy was the only issue on the special election ballot. The district’s maintenance and operations levy will also drop by 46 cents next year; that means district property owners will see a total rise in 5 cents per $1,000 in assessed value if the levy passes, or $12.50 annually for a house valued at $250,000. For more information on voting results, visit results.vote.wa.gov/results/current/ whatcom/.
s Plover captain Richard Sturgill reported that the historic ferry passed a bi-annual inspection conducted by United States Coast Guard (USCG) chief warrant officer Chris Schilling, l., and civilian marine inspector Ray Johnson at Blaine Harbor on April 18. The inspections are required for the passenger vessel, which will start operating regularly on Memorial Day weekend.
City, school agree to fund full-time school resource officer By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine school district is working toward getting a full-time school police officer for the 2018-2019 school year. At an April 23 school board meeting, the board approved the city of Blaine’s estimate for supplying a full-time school resource officer and requested a formal
contract from the city. The district currently funds a half-time school resource officer position. The city estimated that training, equipping and paying for a full-time officer will cost $87,000. The school district will pay 75 percent, or $65,265, and the city will pay the rest. “The city feels, just like the school dis-
trict, that it would be beneficial to have a more consistent officer present in the schools to interact with the students,” said interim city manager Michael Jones. The district expects the officer would be on campus eight hours a day during the school year. (See Safety, page 3)
Shannon Mani, a class of ’15 Blaine High School graduate, was found murdered last week in Wisconsin after the father of her unborn child allegedly shot, stabbed and bound her, according to news reports. Mani, age 21, was reported missing to the Waukesha Police Department on April 13 by her parents who said they became concerned after she missed work and failed to pick up her brother from school, accord-
ing to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Mani reportedly lived with her parents in Waukesha County and attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Initially, Quentin Neal, Mani’s 27-yearold boyfriend, told police he didn’t see Mani on the day she went missing, reports the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. However, a conversation that was recovered from her Apple Watch revealed that the couple had spoken about seeing each other that day. The discovery led to a search warrant at
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Neal’s home. According to a criminal complaint that was filed in Milwaukee County Circuit Court on April 17, authorities discovered multiple traces of blood in his home. When questioned, Neal stated that Mani did in fact visit his home and that they got into an argument, according to the criminal complaint. Neal alleged that Mani grabbed his gun and a kitchen knife and that she attempted (See Mani, page 3)
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Mani ... to shoot him, but failed because the safety was on. According to the complaint, Neal admitted to shooting her twice, cutting her with a knife and placing her body in a garbage bag and suitcase prior to transporting it to a storage unit he leased. He then moved her vehicle and disposed of her cellphone and purse. Neal is facing charges of first
degree intentional homicide, first degree intentional homicide of an unborn child and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. If Neal is convicted, he could spend life in prison. The tragic news struck a deep chord with local residents, many of whom knew Mani. “The class of 2015, they all keep in touch,” said Blaine High School para-educator, Jen Wheeler. “They’re all good friends.” Wheeler’s daughter, Jessica Reimer, graduated with Mani and
is planning a memorial service for her this week with her friend, Hanna Kiele. “I just remember how sweet and gentle she was,” Wheeler said. Others expressed similar sentiment online. Coral Nuno, a former classmate, posted the following to Facebook, “I’m completely in shock to find out the news about Shannon, she was such a lovely and happy girl. We weren’t very close in school even though we graduated together, but when
Blaine, including zoning districts that surround I-5 and Exit 274. Currently, municipal code provides limited regulation related to building design or most commercial areas, according to the resolution. “Building design standards are a valuable tool that can be used to regulate the aesthetic character of a neighborhood or area of the city,” read a staff report prepared by interim city manager Michael Jones. Preparing the zoning code amendment will cost the city; the combination of staff time, publication of notices and potential consulting services will cost about $10,000 to $20,000, Jones said. Plus, “We’re sort of short in community development services,” he said in relation to his April 16 appointment to serve as interim city manager.
Prior, he was the city’s community development director. “You should expect this to be nine to 12 months before anything gets back to you,” he said. Public hearings set to discuss changes to public services, impact fee levels Blaine City Council voted 5–0 to schedule two public hearings in May that focus on updating code. The first hearing, scheduled for 6 p.m. on Monday, May 14 at city hall, focuses on Title 13, a section of Blaine Municipal Code that pertains to city utilities. According to a staff report prepared by public works director Ravyn Whitewolf, Title 13 contains inconsistencies between sections that need to be addressed. The recommended changes touch on topics related to the calculation of Equivalent Resi-
dential Units (ERUs) for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), hotel/motels, duplexes and multifamily homes. Additionally, the city is considering broadening where sanitary sewer line is permitted outside of city limits. If sewer line is permitted outside of city limits, the city would see a rise in revenue from rates and connection fees. The second hearing, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29 at city hall, will center on development impact fees. City staff are in the process of evaluating development impact fee levels, which are based on capital facilities plans. The council will consider adopting a new emergency management impact fee that will be paid to Whatcom County Fire and Protection District 21. An ordinance will be presented at the meeting.
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“The expectation is that this individual would be proactively interacting with students throughout the day,” school district superintendent Ron Spanjer said at the meeting. “This isn’t just someone wandering the sidewalk.” As of now, the school board doesn’t know where money for that position will come from. Board members will discuss that in the budget planning process; the first budget work session is scheduled for Wednesday, May 23. New electronic door locks The board also approved
$200,000 for an electronic door locking system at its April 23 meeting. The district plans to purchase a new system of electronically locking doors that would allow all the doors or individual doors to be locked from a main computer, which the district’s current system doesn’t allow. The new system would be in place next school year. The district’s current electronic door locking system is 14 years old and replacement parts aren’t available anymore, according to a memo presented at the meeting. The school district plans to upgrade locking system at all district schools, including Point Roberts Primary School.
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Steve Lemay, owner of a broadcast and communication tower service company in Blaine, died while on the job in Fordland, Missouri this week. Lemay, 56, was working with six other individuals on a 2,000foot television tower when it collapsed on April 19, reports The Bellingham Herald. Three of the crewmembers were injured and taken to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Lemay owned and operated Steve Lemay, LLC at 9494 Sunrise Road in Blaine. He established the business in 2013 and, according to its website, had 25 years of experience in the tower industry. Calls to the Webster County Sheriff’s Office were not returned by press time.
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your school is as small as Blaine’s, you know how much our community is hurting right now. … She had big plans and dreams, for herself and her family, and she wanted to make a difference. I’ll always remember her, gone completely too soon.” Wheeler said the memorial service will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 27 at the Blaine Middle School cafeteria. Guests are encouraged to bring cards, photos and donations to send to Mani’s family.
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The Northern L ght The Northern Light is published weekly by Point Roberts Press Inc. Locally owned and managed, the company also publishes the All Point Bulletin, covering Point Roberts, Mount Baker Experience, covering the Mt. Baker foothills area, and the summer recreation guide Waterside as well as maps and other publications. Point Roberts Press Inc. is a member of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association, Chambers of Commerce of Bellingham/ Whatcom County, Birch Bay, Blaine and Point Roberts and the Bellingham/Whatcom County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editors. Letters Policy The Northern Light welcomes letters to the editor. Please include name, address and daytime telephone number for verification. Letters are limited to 350 words and may be edited or rejected for reasons of legality, length and good taste. Thank-you letters are limited to five individuals or groups. Writers should avoid personal invective. Unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Requests for withholding names will be considered on an individual basis. Consumer complaints should be submitted directly to the business in question or the local chamber of commerce. Only one letter per month from an individual correspondent will be published. Email letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com.
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The Editor: Along with all the others missing the old format of the police reports in the paper, I have to ask: who would miss it now since it has been reduced to boring and wasted space? We should all respect and admire our police department officers and staff members. However, if the column is not more interesting to read, maybe it’s time to leave space for more letters to the editor or a weekly joke of some sort to give readers a lift for a change. Dorothy Bush Blaine
ly, old growth cedars and firs have already been cut down. Ferns are being trampled without regard to the natural habitat of an old growth forest. Shame on the city for allowing this to happen in what once was a beautiful off-leash dog park. Hopefully the city has upped its insurance limits to cover the inevitable injuries that will result from disc golf in a popular dog park. My last visit there was sad indeed as the park now has trash piles, courtesy of the city. Carole Johnston Blaine
The Editor: Our “jewel” of a park, Lincoln Park, is being devastated by the volunteer disc golfers. Trees are being removed willy-nil-
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Responding to: “Planning commission greenlights downtown project.” The story ran in the April 19 edition. The Editor: Blaine needs a lot of things (a decent grocery store, for one) but I think we have enough restaurants/coffee shops and mailbox stores. Don’t you? John Yumanski via Facebook (Continued on next page)
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April 26 - May 2, 2018 • thenorthernlight.com (Continued from previous page) The Editor: We do very much need a new grocery store. Maybe many people would actually spend money on groceries in Blaine instead of going to Bellingham. Judy Murray via Facebook The Editor: If we’re talking downtown area, we need stores that attract foot traffic, like a brewery, restaurant, and shops. More food trucks would be great too! Andrea Corriere via Facebook The Editor: We need retail shops. There are only five retail shops in down-
town Blaine: a weed store, flower shop, antique store and second hand shop and game shop. We do not need restaurants. There are 12 places to buy food, I am not counting the gas station or the liquor store. Jason Friend via Facebook The Editor: I often shop at our grocery store. The staff are friendly and the management is making improvements. Also, we definitely need more restaurants, coffee shops, nail salons, barber shops, bookstores, specialty gift shops, etc. Why would anyone stop in Blaine with all the options in Bellingham? Amberleigh Brownson via Facebook
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You don’t have to kill a deer, or catch a fish, or milk a cow Nor do you need, to plant a seed, or trudge behind a plow, There’s just no need to steal a crust, or beg butter from your friends. You don’t have to suffer shame or fear, or debt that never ends. You’re not required when sick and tired, to pray with pious folk Or to be questioned without reason why you’re broke. I don’t believe in God, but I know that there are angels
You can see them at the food bank three times a week. They get no compensation, neither pay nor recognition They are angels without wings, or halos, so to speak. You’ll find some out there pushing food carts up the hill and loading it in cars, with smiles and much good will. And when you go inside, other saints with love and pride, Will customize a food cart just for you. As if the cart is not enough, they’ll give you extra stuff Like milk and eggs, and coffee and tofu. There are others you won’t see, because they’re apart
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Responding to: “Cub Scouts host Pinewood Derby.” The story ran in the April 19 edition. The Editor: I’m happy to see that kids are still building and racing pine wood cars. The next logical step would be building and racing soap box cars. I have long wondered if Soap Box Derbies still take place anywhere in the U.S.? The hill on “D” Street between 6th and 12th looks like it could be the perfect place to hold a soap box derby. If any city council member sees this comment, please share your thoughts on the idea. John Yirak via thenorthernlight.com
from all the rest, Sorting and repacking to be sure you get the best. Others I should mention are those who get the donors, And those generous business owners who give the food. Volunteers will be embarrassed When they read what I have written, Thinking they don’t warrant all this praise. But I know my fellow users, Including cheaters and abusers, Will cheer when I finish • with this phrase: • “Food bank volunteers please go to the front of line,• There’s a space reserved for • you in heaven.”
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Blessing of the Fleet returns for 34th year
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B y G a ry D u n s t e r This is the time of year when we think about those who have been lost at sea and those who we have lost at home since the last Blessing of the Fleet memorial service. This year’s service will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at the Blaine Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive. The event is hosted by the Fisherman’s Memorial Committee with support from the Blaine Chamber of Commerce and Port of Bellingham. This year, the ship’s bell will ring 40 times, in honor of those who were lost at sea dating back to the early 1900’s, and eight times, for those who passed away at home since last year’s memorial. Each time a name is read aloud, the bell will ring and a family member or friend will place a flower in the wreath. At the end of the service, captain of the historic Plover ferry, Richard Sturgill, will take the wreath to the Plover escorted by the coast guard auxiliary and then take the wreath out to Semiahmoo bay and set it free. Selena Rogers-Pai will sing a solo at the blessing for the sixth year in a row. Blaine High School band director Bob Gray and some of his students will also perform, just as they have every year since the early 1990s.
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High School senior this year. The scholarship has been given out for five of the last six years using the monies that have been donated to the fisherman’s memorial. The committee understands how important the Blessing of the Fleet is to not only the fishers and their families but to the Blaine community as a whole. So we invite you to attend this event next month.
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At the end of senior night on April 24, Blaine varsity soccer seniors had something to celebrate. After beating Lynden Christian 2–0, they had a winning record after a final home game for the first time. “I just love this team. I just love playing for Blaine. It’s not easy but when the good times come it means more for a smaller school,” said Alieu Diaw, who scored both goals for Blaine. The win, which head coach Gio Quesada called the best performance of the season, gives Blaine a 5–4–2 record in conference games and likely a spot in the playoffs. Beating Lynden Christian (4–7–1) wasn’t easy; beating Blaine would give them a shot at making it into the district tournament and the Lyncs looked determined. They matched Blaine offensively and
took shots that forced Blaine goalkeeper Anthony Persse to make a few incredible saves, including one diving stop in the 20th minute that he barely got a fist on. “I had to really reach for that one,” Persse said. “They had some really good shots, especially number 8 [Derek Kamena]” Blaine’s big group of seniors, playing their last home game, matched Lynden Christian’s intensity. But it was anyone’s game until Blaine’s first goal in the 37th minute. Blaine’s Miguel Magallon took control of a loose ball after a Lynden Christian throw-in and launched a shot at Lynden Christian’s goal keeper. Diaw scored on the bouncing rebound with one touch on the ball. Blaine reinforced its lead two
minutes into the second half, when Diaw headed a cross from Liam Lyons just under Lynden Christian’s crossbar. “Liam has been amazing for us this year,” Diaw said. “He has a lot of assists.” In its final regular season games, Blaine plays Burlington-Edison (7–3–1) on Thursday, April 26, and Lakewood (010-1) on Monday, April 30. Diaw said the team is determined to finish the season with a winning record, which would be a first for Blaine soccer. “We’re just going for that one more win so we can solidify that winning record. We want to be in the history books,” Diaw said. ”Blaine used to be a pushover, easy-win team. This year, the only conference team we’ve lost to at home is the best team in the conference, Bellingham.”
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Baseball gets big senior night win Blaine varsity baseball won a big game on senior night against Lynden, one of four teams in the league with a better record than the Borderites. Blaine’s Cam Ellis pitched for six
and two-third innings, allowing just three runs. Cruz Rodriguez closed the game and Blaine won 5–3. “That was a big one,” head coach Tanner Olson said. “It’s a pretty
special win for the seniors with Cam and Cruz on the mound.” Rodriguez hit 1-for-2 with an RBI, Colby Knutzen hit 1-for-4 and scored a run, Chase Abshere hit 1-for-4 and scored a run, Griffen
King hit 1-for-2 and Mikael Elliot went 1-for-3 with an RBI. The Borderites have an 8–4 record in conference games. Their final regular season game starts at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 26, at
Meridian (7–5). “Meridian beat us early in the year in a non-conference game,” Olson said. “I know the guys want to get a little bit of payback for that one.”
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In other sports... Tennis Girls varsity tennis lost 6–1 to Lakewood on April 19, 7–0 to Squalicum on April 20, 7–0 to Burlington-Edison on April 23 and 6–1 to Sedro-Woolley on April 24. Blaine’s first singles player Sydney Feenstra played Blaine’s match of the week on April 19, beating her Lakewood opponent 6–1 in each of two sets.
20. They play next at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 26, at Meridian.
Softball Girls varsity softball lost to Sehome 19–2 on April 18, 15–0 to Ferndale on April 19, and 10–0 to Mount Baker on April 24. They play next at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1, at home against Anacortes.
Track The Blaine boys and girls track and field teams each placed third out of five teams at the Whatcom County League Meet on April 20 at Meridian. Blaine boys winners were: Dalton Mouw in 100 meters (11.39 seconds), 200 meters (23.57), and 400 (51.40); and Porter Schmidt in shot put (45 feet, 5.5 inches). Blaine girls winners were: Rani Prasad in shot put (40 feet, 7 inches) and discus (106 feet, 10 inches); and Cassidy Condos and Gracie McPhail, who tied for first in pole vault (8 feet, 6 inches).
Baseball Boys varsity baseball lost to Anacortes 4–0 on April 18 and beat Lakewood 12–4 on April
Boys golf Blaine boys golf placed second out of seven teams at Loomis Trail on April 24.
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Are you an impatient gardener? Consider planting these fast-growing vegetables Stepping outdoors and picking a freshly grown vegetable is a joy for many homeowners who like to garden. Growing vegetables at home offers many benefits. In addition to providing a worthwhile hobby that can increase your physical activity, having control over your own produce can reduce exposure to a number of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. This translates into foods that are healthier for the body and the environment. Gardens can help the average person save money
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Squash: Don’t mistake the squash in the garden for cucumber. Both look similar but green squash, or zucchini, can be much more versatile. Zucchini can be grilled, baked, sautéed, stuffed, fried, and even turned into noodles. Green onions: Green onions (scallions) grow much more quickly than it takes onion bulbs to mature. Speak with a garden center expert to learn more about which vegetables, fruits and herbs grow quickly and will thrive in your home garden.
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Stop in at our NEW Showroom! Just when winter thaws out and people are anxious to enjoy the blooming flowers and luscious lawns of spring, pesky pests make an appearance. Many pests resume their levels of activity as spring draws closer and temperatures warm up. The presence of these insects and rodents may cause problems in and around a home, which makes it essential to resolve. Here are the most common pests and how you can prevent infestation: Pavement ants: Pavement ants are some of the most common pests residents encounter inside and outside of their homes. These ants are light brown to black with appendages that are lighter than the rest of their bodies. Small in stature, pavement ants have parallel lines on their heads and thorax. Although pavement ants nest outdoors, they can enter homes through small crevices in search of food scraps. Their large colonies may not disappear until treatment is introduced. Keep foods in tightly sealed containers, clear counters and floors of crumbs, and address water sources, such as leaks. Pesticides may be needed in extreme conditions. Fleas: Fleas are tiny, jumping, biting pests that must find a host upon which to live. As ectoparasites, they feed on blood while living on the body of living hosts. Pets can bring fleas inside the yard and home in warm weather. According to the University of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program, flea larvae develop more quickly at higher temperatures. At normal room temperatures, the entire life cycle of a flea is about 18 days. Several flea control products are available to control fleas on cats and dogs. There also may be powders and sprays to alleviate flea infestations in the home. Vacuuming is also very effective in killing larvae in the carpet and at picking up adults. Wasps: An errant wasp, hornet or yellow jacket may have survived winter and ridden out the colder temperatures within a home. Once the weather warms, queens will begin to look for places to lay eggs and establish colonies. Treating areas where wasps are seen entering and leaving the home is key. Seal holes as soon as possible. Although wasps help control other insect populations, their painful stings and potentially aggressive nature can make them
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The purpose of flushing the system is to remove any grit and debris in order to improve water quality through the distribution system. During the city flushing program city water customers may experience a temporary low water pressure and/or cloudiness when flushing is going on. The cloudiness condition (caused by air) should be only temporary, and can be cleared by running a cold water tap for a few minutes to clean and flush your service line. If the condition continues for an extended period of time please contact the Blaine Public Works. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. If you have any questions, feel free to call Public Works at 332-8820. Leroy Dougall, Blaine Public Works.
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Abandoned home on C Street demolished B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e An abandoned home in Blaine was demolished on April 11. The home, located at 481 C Street, was owned by William Dobie and has been abandoned for at least two years, said community planner Maddie Ottley. In May 2016, the city issued a notice of civil violation to Dobie, owner of Country Enterprises Inc., citing overgrown vegetation, “vulgar” graffiti and poor structure of the C Street home. Two other properties he owns also had violations, including one at 2480 Bell Road as well as the Rocky Mountain Trading Post building. In August 2016, hearing examiner Roger Ellingson reviewed the violations for all three properties and issued a $2,000 fine and series of orders for Dobie.
In November 2016, Ellingson held another hearing; Dobie had completed just one of the seven orders and was issued another $2,000 fine. “Dobie testified that his reason for failing to comply with the August decision was because he suffered a heart attack in early September,” read the November decision from Ellingson. He added, “While he showed the hearing examiner a list of doctor’s appointments in late October through December, he failed to provide any documentation that he had indeed suffered a heart attack.” On April 13, Ellingson held a hearing to revisit the violations against all three properties. Within the next few weeks, he will issue a decision that will detail additional corrective actions and potential fines, Ottley said.
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O B I T U A RY Shannon Mani
April 6, 1997-April 13, 2018 A memorial service will be held for Shannon on Friday, April 27, 6-8 p.m. in the Blaine Middle School cafeteria.
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April 11, 11:10 p.m.: Suspicious ve-
Harborview Road.
April 19, 11:46 a.m.: Private im-
hicle on Aldergrove Road.
April 15, 3:32 p.m.: Trespass on Sea-
pound on Birch Bay Square Street.
April 12, 7:17 a.m.: Death investiga-
shell Way.
April 19, 12:12 p.m.: Domestic vio-
tion on Clamdigger Drive.
April 15, 11:00 p.m.: Citizen assist on
lence order on Morris Road.
April 12, 8:34 a.m.: Juvenile prob-
Stadsvold Road.
April 19, 12:51 p.m.: Suspicious cir-
lem cold call on Moonglow Place.
April 16, 12:06 a.m.: Music on
cumstances cold call on Birch Bay
April 12, 9:29 a.m.: Traffic hazard on
Boblett Road.
Drive.
Burk Road.
April 16, 8:47 a.m.: Abandoned ve-
April 19, 2:03 p.m.: Private impound
April 12, 1:49 p.m.: Suspicious per-
hicle cold call on Seafair Drive.
on Mitchell Way.
son cold call on Delta Line Road.
April 16, 10:24 a.m.: Vandalism cold
April 19, 4:10 p.m.: Littering cold
April 12, 1:52 p.m.: Littering cold
call on Highland Drive.
call on Beach Rock Loop.
call on California Trail.
April 16, 10:08 p.m.: Mental on Surf
April 19, 4:16 p.m.: Citizen assist on
April 12, 2:07 p.m.: 911 hang up on
Place.
Skagit Place.
East Street.
April 17, 6:09 p.m.: Traffic stop on
April 19, 6:53 p.m.: Theft cold call
April 12, 5:19 p.m.: Suspicious vehi-
Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
on Birch Bay Drive.
cle on Anderson Road.
April
April 12, 9:20 p.m.: Suspicious cir-
vehicle
cumstances on Birch Bay-Lynden
Road.
April 20, 10:38 a.m.: Papers served
Road.
April 17, 6:41 p.m.: Welfare check
on Adelia Street.
April 12, 11:14 p.m.: Traffic stop on
on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
April 20, 12:15 p.m.: Security check
California Trail.
April 17, 8:20 p.m.: Theft cold call
on Delta Line Road.
April 12, 11:39 p.m.: Traffic stop on
on Seafair Drive.
April 20, 1:42 p.m.: Private impound
Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
April 17, 9:54 p.m.: Domestic vio-
on Beach La Mar Road.
April 13, 4:14 a.m.: Alarm audible
lence order cold call on Morris Road.
April 20, 2:45 p.m.: Trespass cold
on Loomis Trail Road.
April 17, 10:58 p.m.: 911 hang up on
call on Birch Bay Drive.
April 13, 7:59 a.m.: Welfare check
Pipeline Road.
April 20, 4:24 p.m.: Verbal domestic
on Harborview Road.
April 18, 12:26 p.m.: Mental on Pet-
on Harborview Road.
April 13, 11:23 a.m.: Warrant served
ticote Lane.
April 20, 9:05 p.m.: Citizen assist on
on Second Street.
April 18, 1:06 p.m.: Suspicious cir-
Catalina Court.
April 13, 1:01 p.m.: 911 hang up on
cumstances cold call on Blaine
April 21, 2:48 p.m.: Hot rod on Val-
Birch Bay Drive.
Road.
ley View Road.
April 13, 1:28 p.m.: Civil problem on
April 18, 2:12 p.m.: Private impound
April 21, 10:04 p.m.: Welfare check
Selder Road.
cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
on Birch Bay Drive.
April 13, 4:13 p.m.: Suspicious vehi-
April 18, 3:58 p.m.: Suicidal subject
April 21, 10:42 p.m.: 911 hang up on
cle cold call on Harborview Road.
on Selder Road.
Camas Drive.
April 13, 5:23 p.m.: Extra patrol on
April 18, 5:21 p.m.: Suspicious cir-
April 21, 11:39 p.m.: Traffic stop on
Birch Bay-Lynden Road.
cumstances on Blossomberry Lane.
Harborview Road.
April 13, 7:19 p.m.: Mental cold call
April 18, 7:45 p.m.: Suspicious cir-
April 22, 11:33 a.m.: Motor vehicle
on Surf Place.
cumstances cold call on Carson
accident on Haynie Road.
April 14, 6:47 a.m.: Papers served
Road.
April 22, 12:20 p.m.: Suspicious per-
on Blaine Road.
April 18, 8:50 p.m.: Security check
son on Bayvue Road.
April 14, 2:03 p.m.: Trespass on
on Harbor Drive.
April 22, 1:23 p.m.: Rape cold call
Blaine Road.
April 19, 3:02 a.m.: Suspicious cir-
on Lincoln Road.
April 14, 2:38 p.m.: Domestic vi-
cumstances cold call on Birch Bay
April 22, 2:35 p.m.: Hot Rod Cold
olence order cold call on H Street
Drive.
Call on E Shoreview.
Road.
April 19, 6:03 a.m.: Alarm audible
April 22, 5:11 p.m.: Welfare check
April 14, 7:53 p.m.: Shots cold call
on Shintaffer Road.
on Carson Road.
on Crockett Road.
April 19, 7:55 a.m.: Alarm audible
April 22, 7:59 p.m.: Custodial inter-
April 15, 7:56 a.m.: Traffic signal on
on Shintaffer Road.
ference on Loft Lane.
17,
6:32 on
p.m.:
Birch
Suspicious Bay-Lynden
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April 20, 9:27 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Holly Lane.
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Silver City Band: Friday, April 27, 6:30 p.m., Peace Arch Café, 658 Peace Portal Drive.
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Spring Open House: Saturday, April 28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., VW’s Home and Garden, 8210 Portal Way. Great sales on plants and flowers, refreshments, kids craft table. Info: vwhomeandgarden.com. Spring Rummage Sale: Saturday, April 28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Anne Catholic Church, 604 H Street. Run For the Bees 5K: Sunday, April 29, 11 a.m. (runners check in at 9 a.m.), Bellewood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian. A farm run through a blooming orchard. Experience a working farm and support bee research as you run. Tickets are $25 for adults or $12 for kids. Pay $40 for a family package. Victorian Tea: Sunday, April 29, 1-3:30 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Enjoy an afternoon tea with tea sandwiches, scones, sweets and English tea. Silent auction and music by Marilyn Madden. Tickets $20. Info: 360/332-8040. Storytime: Tuesday, May 1, 10:30-11:00 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. An open program with a selection of stories and activities designed to engage a variety of attention spans. For ages 2 to 6. Info: 360/305-3637. Toastmasters Club: Tuesday, May 1, 6:30 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett. All are invited to come practice public speaking skills. Info: 360/332-8091. Sauerkraut and Fermented Veggies: Wednesday, May 2, 4-6 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn how easy and fun it is to make your own sauerkraut. Recent research suggests that fermented products can help gut biomes and improve health. Info: 360/3053637. Semiahmoo Men’s Breakfast Club: Thursday, May 3, 7:30 a.m., Great Blue Heron Grill, 8720 Semiahmoo Pkwy. Coffee and big breakfast for $15. All men are welcome. This week’s speaker is city council member Alicia Rule. Hope for the Hurting Conference: Friday-Sunday, May 4-6, The Bridge at Birch Bay, 4815 Alderson Rd. Training in grief, crisis, and trauma counseling featuring nationally recognized authority Dr. H. Norman Wright. To register or for info: thebridgebirchbay.com. Surowiecki Family Fundraiser: Saturday, May 5, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Smuggler’s Inn, 2480 Canada View Drive. Help the Blaine family of six that lost their home in a house fire a month ago. All donations that can raise funds to rebuild a home are encouraged (antiques, furniture, household items, clothes, toiletries, etc.) Info: 360/332-1749 Jurassic Tour: Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Northwest Washington Fair and Events Center, 1775 Front Street, Lynden. This family event features over 50 life size ultra-realistic dinosaurs, exhibits, virtual reality zone and more. Tickets cost $23 for 13+ and $28 for children 2-12. Info: 313/719-7199. Your Cruising Questions Answered: Saturday, May 5, 10-11:30 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Local resident Heino Sunter shares his expertise gained from over 50 cruises. His media presentation covers topics like booking the cruise, costs, inclusive options, safety and illness, traveling with children, clothing, special diets, gratuities, and more. Info: 360/305-3637.
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Weather Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
Precipitation: During the period of April 17 to 23, 0.06 inches of precipitation was recorded. The 2018 year-to-date precipitation is 16.95 inches.
Temperature: High for the past week was 63.5°F on April 21 with a low of 38.1°F on April 19. Average high was 60.3°F and average low was 42.4°F.
Live Music: Saturday, May 5, 8:30–10:30 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring Mark Williams & Selena Rodgers.
Police Reports April 16, 11:16 a.m.: Driving with a suspended license on Bell Road. April 16, 1:00 p.m.: Traffic complaint on Semiahmoo Drive. April 16, 2:14 pm.: Malicious mischief on Peace Portal Drive. April 16, 2:30 p.m.: Assist state patrol on State Route 543. April 16, 2:45 p.m.: Theft in the third degree on Mitchell Avenue. April 17, 5:45 p.m.: Civil matter on Martin Street. April 17, 8:20 p.m.: Possession of drugs on Marine Drive. April 17, 11:12 a.m.: Juvenile problem on Runge Avenue. April 18, 3:24 p.m.: Driving with a suspended license on Peace Portal Drive. April 18, 3:55 p.m.: Missing person on 10th Street. April 18, 8:09 p.m.: Possession of a controlled substance on 2nd Street. April 19, 8:18 a.m.: Parking problem on Ludwick Avenue. April 19, 12:15 p.m.: Court orders on 15th Street. April 19, 3:25 p.m.: Driving with a suspended license on Mitchell Av-
enue. April 19, 7:39 p.m.: Juvenile problem on H Street. April 19, 8:42 p.m.: Assault on Marine Drive. April 20, 8:00 a.m.: Reportable collision on Peace Portal Drive. April 20, 3:20 p.m.: Collision on Boblett Street. April 20, 5:10 p.m.: Court orders on A Street. April 20, 8:57 p.m.: Missing person on Boblett Street. April 20, 9:20 p.m.: Driving with a suspended license on 2nd Street. April 20, 10:23 p.m.: Trespass issued on Boblett Street. April 21, 3:51 p.m.: Shoplifting on H Street. April 22, 1:55 a.m.: Assault on Peace Portal Drive. April 22, 8:16 a.m.: Malicious mischief on Peace Portal Drive. April 22, 1:18 p.m.: Assault on B Street. April 22, 9:20 p.m.: Driving with a suspended license on 2nd Street. April 23, 8:00 a.m.: Harassment on H Street.
Report by the Blaine Police Department
Fiesta Latina: Saturday, May 5, 6-9 p.m., The Studio at The Vault, 277 G Street. Afro-Latin jazz music and dance with Bilongo Quintet y Sabrina Gomez, dance lesson with Yasmare from Cubasere. Adults $10, kids $5, 2 and under free. Admission donated to Day-To-Day Dance. Special food & drinks available for additional cost.
Whatcom Wedding Tour: Sunday, May 6, Whatcom County venues. Experience a variety of venues and vendors throughout the county. Info: whatcomweddingprofessionals.com
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Lion Camp Horizon Cleanup: Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bay Horizon Park, Birch Bay. Looking for volunteers to help prepare for the 2018 camping season. Sign up at lionscamphorizon.org/spring-cleanup.
April 27 – May 3 at Blaine. Not for navigation.
SeaSkills Boating Festival: Saturday, May 12, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Blaine Harbor Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive. Free classes, vendors and more.
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Live Jazz Music Fundraiser: Saturday, May 12, 6:30–9 p.m., Blaine Harbor Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive. Live music, 60s-style cocktails, small bites, dancing. Tickets $35 at the door or reserve at festival. paa@gmail.com. Fundraiser for the Drayton Harbor Music Festival. Toastmasters Club Open House: Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 382 Boblett. For You, For Life, For Energy: Wednesday, May 16, 6 p.m., Whatcom Physical Therapy, 250 G Street. Learn the science behind BEMER therapy and how it has impacted the health of millions in a noninvasive and natural way. Complimentary BEMER sessions following. Info: 360/332-8167. Kite Festival: Saturday, May 26, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. and Sunday, May 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Birch Bay Beach Park, 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Fun on the ground and in the sky! Vendors, bouncy house and more. For You, For Life, For Energy: Wednesday, May 30, 6 p.m., Whatcom Physical Therapy, 250 G Street. Learn the science behind BEMER therapy and how it has impacted the health of millions in a noninvasive and natural way. Complimentary BEMER sessions following. Info: 360/332-8167. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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position 1 and 2 in District 42; state senator, District 42; prosecuting attorney, Whatcom County; district court judge, position 1 and 2 in Whatcom County; Whatcom County Council, at-
large position; state supreme court justice, position 2, 8 and 9; and court of appeals judge, serving Island, San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom Counties. Mailed declarations of candidacy, along with filing fees, will be accepted by the county auditor’s office starting on Monday, April 30. Filing fees vary per position
and must be submitted on time. “Any filing received before April 30 or after the deadline will be rejected and returned to the candidate,” according to an April 23 statement from the Whatcom County Auditor’s Office. For more information about candidate filing week, visit bit. ly/2qSDJbO.
Smuggler’s Inn to host a second benefit Smuggler’s Inn Bed and Breakfast, at 2480 Canada View Drive in Blaine, held a community fundraiser on April 21-22, with all proceeds going to the Surowiecki family. The family’s home, just south of Smuggler’s Inn, was lost to a fire on March 14. Community members came together to donate household items and money for the family. Bob Boule, owner of the Smuggler’s Inn, didn’t want to say how much the two-day sale raised, but said “it went extremely well.” In fact, people were still donating items to sell at 10 p.m. on Sunday, Boule said. He plans to host another fundraiser to benefit the Surowieckis on the weekend of May 5, he said. “It was just one tremendous outpouring from the community and things are still coming in,” Boule said. “There are enough items for another sale.”
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s Smuggler’s Inn Bed and Breakfast in Blaine will host a second fundraiser on the May 5 weekend for a local family that lost their home in a fire last March. Photo by Molly Ernst
Al Swift, former U.S. representative, dies at age 82
s The Blaine school district fourth grade team, made up of Olivia Tanjuaquio, Austin Hoeffer, Wade Lottimer and Chase Larson, took first place in the Whatcom County Math Championship on April 21. Photo by Sara Stiles
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Known as a humorous storyteller with a fancy for cigars, former congressman Al Swift has died. According to a press release from the U.S. House of Representatives, Swift passed away on April 20 of natural causes at age 82. From the time he was elected to the U.S. House in 1978 and until he retired in 1994, he represented Washington’s 2nd congressional district. “Al Swift served Washington state with distinction and honor,” said representative Rick Larsen (WA-02). “He was a trusted friend and invaluable mentor to me during my time in congress.” Swift, a Democrat, was known for his advocacy of voter rights and environmental protections. “Beyond what he meant to me personally, Al Swift meant so much to so many of the people he represented,” said representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06). “Whether he was advocating for the economic needs of the Olympic Peninsula or working on infrastructure issues for the entire country, Al was the consummate public servant ... On behalf of my entire family, I can say that I will miss Al but I’m glad he’s now with Paula.” Swift is survived by his daughters Amy (Dan) Donovan and Lauri Swift as well as three grandchildren and one great grandson. His wife, Paula, passed away in 2012. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 5 in Virginia. The family intends to hold a service in Washington state late this summer.
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