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Buyers vie for Musicians set to perform at the G Street Plaza through Saturday remainder of the Gateway Parcel Blaine City Council aims for a hotel at the north end of the site B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e
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s Drayton Harbor Music Festival faculty Clipper Anderson, l., and Lou Abbott perform at a free concert at noon on July 9 at the G Street Plaza in Blaine. To learn more about the festival, which runs through Saturday, July 14, visit draytonharbormusic.org. Photo by Oliver Lazenby
Deputies allegedly assaulted on Fourth of July in Birch Bay By Oliver Lazenby A 27-year-old Birch Bay man was booked into Whatcom County Jail for allegedly stealing a bicycle and assaulting three Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies who attempted to arrest him after a July 4 celebration. Nicolas Ray Allen allegedly stole a girl’s purple bicycle from a yard in the 7700 block of Birch Bay Drive. Several witnesses reported seeing the theft and described the suspect to the victim. The victim confront-
ed Allen, who allegedly admitted taking the bicycle and explained where he left it. After recovering the bicycle, the victim and several witnesses reported the suspect to Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies at approximately 12:30 a.m. on July 5. Several officers were in the area for a special July 4 detail and deputy Scott Mellema confronted Allen at about 12:40 a.m. at the 7600 block of Birch Bay Drive. Officer Mellema reported immediately smelling alcohol on the suspect.
Park ranger Ted Morris retires after a 43-year career By Oliver Lazenby While looking around Birch Bay State Park’s BP Heron Center during a meeting last month, Ted Morris felt a sense of pride as more than 60 people discussed plans for the future Birch Bay library. On that Monday, the center filled a role Morris hoped it could when the idea was conceived in 2002. “It was just a cool feeling to see all those people funneling in and to think we wouldn’t have a place to do this if it wasn’t for us,” Morris said.
Morris retired late last month after 20 years as head ranger at Birch Bay and Peace Arch state parks and 43 years with Washington State Parks. The BP Heron Center, a log building that hosts interpretive and educational programs and community meetings, may be his most visible legacy. But it’s just one of countless projects he took on that went beyond his job description as head ranger. Morris’ accomplishments include helping to form the Friends of Birch Bay State Park group, getting the boat launch and
playground built at Birch Bay State Park, restarting the dormant Blaine-Birch Bay Park & Recreation 2 (BBPRD2) and forging relationships with businesses, nonprofits and government groups. “Ted left an impression on the community and the direction of the park,” said Jason Snow, who worked with Morris for the past 20 years and will take over as park operations manager. “He elevated it.” At 61, Morris feels he has more to offer (See Morris, page 10)
Mellema told Allen he was a possible suspect in a bicycle theft and Allen began swinging his hands and arms and yelling, according to Mellema’s detailed report on the incident. Mellema called for a second deputy and at least three other officers responded. Allen then allegedly tried to grab at Mellema’s flashlight and appeared “highly agitated,” and ignored commands to keep his (See Deputies, page 6)
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Now more than ever, real estate investors want a piece of Blaine’s Gateway Parcel. “We have been pretty busy with the Gateway property, especially as of late, due to a number of factors,” Mike Kent told Blaine City Council. “The most important of which is probably just the general optimism in the business community both in Whatcom County, Washington state and the nation right now.” Kent and Jeff Johnson, both local Windermere real estate agents, were hired by the city of Blaine in February to list the unsold portions of the approximately 40-acre property. The pair gave the update to city council during its regular meeting on July 9. “What we’ve been seeing in the last 24 months is a huge transition from the Puget Sound and Seattle area. A lot of pressure is coming north up the I-5 corridor on land in Whatcom County because land is a lot cheaper in Whatcom County than it is in Snohomish County and, of course, King County,” Johnson said. Since listing the property, the pair has received about 150 hits on the commercial broker website they use, Johnson said. “I am optimistic that we can position the [remaining] 6.5 acres quite well,” he said. “I’m pretty bullish that we’re going to get the right kind of user and get the property sold.” Following the presentation, Blaine City Council took action on several items that pertain to the Gateway Parcel. Here’s a look: “Vision a Reality” Local investors and builders Manmohan Singh and Shamsher Singh Randhawa presented a letter of intent to the city council to purchase 2 acres on the north end of the parcel. The letter, written on behalf of the investors, stated the pair wanted to help the city make its “vision a reality.” The proposal included a 60-unit hotel, a 2,000-square-foot restaurant and a 20-unit, multi-family residential development.
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said. “It seems like a good fit.” “I appreciate the offer,” added councilmember Steve Lawrenson. “One of the things I’d like you to consider when you’re coming back to us […] We would like to see some living-wage jobs created on that property. That’s always something we’ve promised the citizens of this town.” “Half of this proposal is precisely what the city is looking for,” councilmember Meg Olson added. “With a different price point, and perhaps working with other interested investors who want to work with this property, I’m sure we can put together some sort of package that will serve the citizens of Blaine as well as serving your own business interests.” Yorkston Oil Company, Inc. In exchange for prohibiting gas fueling stations on 6.5 unsold acres of the Gateway Parcel, the city will acquire a valuable rightof-way from a property owned by Boblett Properties LLC.
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The investors said the proposal was in part spurred by recent comments made by mayor Bonnie Onyon, who stated the city council had an interest in seeing a hotel built at the north end of the parcel. Singh and Randhawa offered $326,000 for the site, or approximately $3.74 per square foot. “A hotel and restaurant would be welcome additions to city services while a multi-family development would address market demand for affordable housing,” read the letter. “Our [proposal] aligns to [the city’s] vision for development of the east Blaine business district with a mix of multi-purpose, business, retail and commercial properties on the Gateway Parcel.” Blaine City Council voted 6–0 (in the absence of councilmember Charlie Hawkins) to decline the offer based on price; it’s currently being listed for approximately $4.10 per square foot. “My recommendation to you is that you decline the offer based on price and encourage the buyers to move forward and meet with our agent and try to develop an alternative proposal,” said interim city manager Michael Jones. He suggested a new price and a more cohesive plan would also be appropriate. Jones said both investors expressed interest in working on an alternative proposal that would exclude multi-family housing, which is not permitted on the site. “The hotel and restaurant are excellent uses for that site,” he
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The Editor: I was in your town during the Canada Day weekend and wondered “When is the Amtrak station coming to Blaine?” I see a new Starbucks is opening soon in a beautiful new commercial building and can’t stop wondering if this is the start of a revitalized downtown core. The vast number of empty retail spaces does not draw anyone to your town except us Canadians who come down to pick up parcels at the various parcel pick up businesses. The additional Canadians who would come to Blaine if there was an Amtrak station would be looking for hip stores and good places to eat. I hope the train stops there soon! Blair Casidy Cloverdale, B.C. The Editor: I had the pleasure of riding a float again in the Fourth of July parade. As we got to the end and made the left turn we were
greeted by a beautiful family who gave us bottles of water! I just want to give you the biggest thank you. The fact that you thought ahead, thinking about our comfort and well-being is amazing and far above even just enjoying the parade. You are special people and a true blessing to our small community. Thank you so much. Jacque Dunn Custer The Editor: I’m writing regarding the story: “Woman detained after crossing into U.S. by accident” which was published in the June 28 issue of The Northern Light. My initial reaction was one of disbelief. Being on top of the nightmare news regarding the treatment of families crossing into Texas, I did a double take that this horror story took place in my own community. Disbelief and disgust sum up my feeling regarding Cedella Roman’s two-week
incarceration in spite of her not being on a terror watch list or having a criminal record. Sadly, Ms. Roman’s ordeal is typical of a system that lacks common sense, decency and an awareness of our taxpayer dollars. Being typical of a distorted system cannot logically justify this specific case. As an example, according to a story published in CBC News, a 44-year-old Port Coquitlam man was also detained by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Unlike Ms. Roman, a routine inspection revealed this man had an outstanding warrant. After being processed at the border, the man was then turned over to the Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies. After posting bond, he was released after two days. (Continued on next page) Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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July 12 - 18, 2018 • thenorthernlight.com (Continued from previous page) How lucky was this guy? He didn’t have to spend two weeks in prison garb in a facility 145 miles south of his family’s home. Unlike Ms. Roman, he didn’t cross over the U.S. border by mistake or by design. Instead, this man had a warrant for aggravated sexual assault of a child in Texas. Repugnance aside, I wonder if his offense took place when this man worked at a taxpayer-funded immigration detention center in Texas where temperatures average 102 degrees and the children are kept in cages. We can do and are, better than this. Ann M. Mulvey Birch Bay
The Editor: Re: SSB 5975, Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, passed both houses of the Washington legislature on a bipartisan vote in 2017. Unfortunately, in District 42, our Republican senator Doug Erickson voted against this excellent bill. Washington joined four other states and the District of Columbia to provide paid family leave to employees for the birth or placement of a child (National Conference of State Legislatures update). The states are leading the way on this issue because the United States is the only developed nation in the world that does not provide universal paid family leave. The Washington legislation recognizes and spells out that
sickness, and to improve test results and graduation rates. Preventing harassment, intimidation and bullying in public schools. Banning bump stocks which can turn a gun into a weapon of mass murder. If Ericksen does not support the well-being and safety of children and families, where are his family values? Who are his constituents? Not me! He is up for re-election this year and I will be voting for his Democratic opponent. I encourage everyone who cares about children and families to do the same. Myra Ramos Lummi Island
The Editor: Over and over, Doug Ericksen, the Republican state senator for the 42nd District, has disregarded and disrespected those of us who care about children and families. He does not represent us and should be replaced in November! During the last legislative session, he voted against: Breakfast After the Bell – expansion of a school food program shown to reduce absenteeism and
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Shellfish harvesting safe again on local beaches By Oliver Lazenby As of July 6, shellfish harvested recreationally in all of Whatcom County except Point Roberts is safe to eat, according to the Whatcom County Health Department. The state Department of Health found unsafe levels of a biotoxin that can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP), which is produced by some species of algae, in early June. The DOH closed all beaches in the county on June 6. The closure didn’t affect shellfish sold in restaurants and stores, which are tested before distribution through a separate process. The Whatcom County Health Department has received recent reports of red-colored plankton blooms in Birch Bay and near Drayton Harbor, but those blooms are not associated with biotoxin closures, according to the county. For up to date information on recreational shellfish harvest closures, check the state Department of Health’s shellfish safety map at bit.ly/1QmdXoF. For information about harvest seasons and licensing requirements, check with the state Department of Fish and Wildlife: wdfw.wa.gov.
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Blaine’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration Blaine’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration featured a pancake breakfast, car show, arts and crafts street fair, live music and a parade. An estimated 15,000 people attended the event this year. Carroll Solomon, a Blaine Chamber of Commerce director and grand marshal of the parade, said 84 vendors signed up to sell goods, 246 people registered their car for the car show and about 500 people took part in the pancake breakfast. See more photos of Blaine’s event by visiting thenorthernlight.com. Photos by Louise Mugar, unless otherwise noted.
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in staff time, consulting fees and also getting the property that is needed for a road project. Jones said the city is about 30 days away from closing the sale with Boblett Properties LLC. IK Truck Repair The city is taking strides to reduce the impact of industrial development on Skallman Park located on 1190 Yew Avenue. In April, Ivan and Marina Kovtun signed a purchase and sale agreement with the city for 4.4 acres on the south end of the Gateway Parcel, which abuts Skallman Park. The pair own IK Truck Repair, located at 2490 Bell Road in Blaine, and intend to develop a tractor trailer services facility, oriented towards tire sales and trailer repair, and will also provide truck parking. Concerned about the potential impact to the park, Blaine City Council held a study session in
May and eventually requested that Ivan and Marina consider alternative property dimensions. The pair listened and returned with a proposal that preserved more old-growth trees to reduce potential noise impact to the park while acquiring more land. “I think the proponent’s project is of economic importance to the city and I think we need to move swiftly to allow them to move forward with that, but in doing so, we need to also take into account that this is an important resource to our citizens,” Olson said. Users of the dog park, she said, are most concerned about an increase in heavy truck traffic. Intent on preserving the trees, Blaine City Council voted 6–0 to approve the new property dimensions proposed by Ivan and Marina, with a slight alteration. The city’s park and cemetery board will also be asked to develop a plan for the park in response to the new development. “I really appreciate how cooperative the buyers have been,” Jones said.
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Fishing opportunities abound in July Anglers have plenty of places to catch fish and crab in July. Here’s the latest on fishing opportunities in Washington, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW): Ocean salmon: marine areas 1 (Ilwaco), 2 (Westport), 3 (La Push) and 4 (Neah Bay) are open for salmon fishing in July. Puget Sound salmon: marine areas 5 (Sekiu), 7 (San Juan islands), a portion of 12 (Hood Canal) and 6 (east Juan de Fuca Strait) are open for salmon fishing in July. Columbia River salmon and steelhead: summer chinook fishing closed on July 1 below the Bonneville Dam, but sockeye fishery opened upriver to the Chief Joseph Dam. Puget Sound crab: in marine area 7, crab fishing opens on Saturday, July 14 at the southern portion (including the San Juan islands and Bellingham) and opens on Thursday, August 16 in the northern portion (including Gulf of Georgia). According to WDFW, anglers
who catch salmon in Canadian waters must document the origin of their catch if they return to Washington waters. The rule went into effect on July 6. “Canada no longer provides U.S. anglers with a way to document their legally caught salmon in Canadian waters,” according to the WDFW. “In order to pass a dockside inspection upon their return to Washington, anglers need to complete the form below notifying WDFW of their plans to fish for salmon in Canadian waters.” Moving forward, anglers should fill out the form online prior to leaving Washington. The form requests basic trip and contact information and can be found here: bit. ly/2zquC8M. In Canada, a Washington fishing license is not required to fish or to fill out the above form. To learn more about statewide fishing regulations and seasons, visit bit.ly/2m1Abky.
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On Saturday, August 11, the Blaine Senior Center will celebrate its 51st anniversary, so Young at Heart will share the story of how it began. This piece is part four of a five-part series written by the late Evelyn Yarbrough for the Blaine Senior Center: Finally, we were ready to turn over the first shovel of dirt. I sprayed my old shovel, handle and all, with gold paint. It was a little tacky and I apologized that I hadn’t gotten all the rust off before I sprayed it. Ken Kellar told me that if I took proper care of my tool, it wouldn’t be rusty. We had to raze the old building and before it was completely wrecked, we needed to take out the kitchen range so that we could get a few more years of use. The fire suppression system also had to be dismantled. We were not sure how to do this so I called a friend in the restaurant supply business and he referred me to a man who installed the systems. I sat on the floor in the middle of the rubble, holding the only telephone still connected in the building, steadying the ladder and handing tools to Judy Van Brocklin while a man in Seattle told me what we should do. We eventually dismantled the fire suppression system and it worked, but our next problem wasn’t something we could fix as easily. The tile around the kitchen sink was made of asbestos and there was no way were going to remove it ourselves. We tried a licensed contractor, but it’s an expensive specialty. Finally, a licensed worker who lived in the area volunteered to remove the offending tiles on a weekend for a small sum and we were free to go on to the next headache. Even though the building would be owned by the city, it was necessary to go through all the formalities of the various de(Continued on next page)
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What’s happening at the Blaine Senior Center? Movie matinee: Monday, July 16, 1:30 p.m. Munch on popcorn while watching ‘Seabiscuit’ on the big screen. Book club: Wednesday, July 18, 1-2 p.m. Debbie Farmer with the Blaine Public Library will lead a discussion on ‘Magpie Murders’ by author Anthony Horowitz. Bunco: Monday, July 23, 12:30-2 p.m. Bunco is an easy dice game and players can win prizes. A $2 dona-
contacted and permits obtained. Even the generator, which was required to make the building available as an emergency shelter had to be purchased and decisions made as to where and “how to store it. tion is encouraged. Foot care professional services: Tuesday, July 24, 9-11:30 a.m. Connie Webster, RN, will answer questions about feet. Participants are asked to pay a $25 fee. Call the Blaine Senior Center at 360/332-8040 to sign up. Birthday Lunch: Thursday, July 26, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Orchard Park Retirement will provide cake and Rod’s Bluegrass Jammers will entertain. Golden Anniversary Hoedown: Saturday, August 11, 4-8 p.m. Strength training class: Monday, July 23 through Wednesday, August 29, 3-4 p.m. or 4-5 p.m. Space is limited and a $60 class fee is applied. Space is still available. Painting class: Tuesdays July 17, 24, 31, 1-4 p.m. In-
Finally, the public works department agreed to take charge of the storage since they would be required to be available if and when it was ever needed. Part of the soil that was under the building was found to be instructor Maxine Reynolds leads the class, which costs $5. Majong: Tuesdays July 17, 24, 31 12:30 p.m. – 3:00p.m. Play this game of skill and strategy. BUG! Ukulele group: Tuesdays July 17, 24, 31 1:30 to 3 p.m. Learn to play ukulele and sing. Group meditation: Tuesdays July 17, 24, 31 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. Taught by Traysiah Spring. Women’s Football Clinic: Thursday, September 6. Larry Donovan will lead a presentation for the second year in a row. Gear Heads Classic Car Show and Pancake Breakfast: Saturday, September 22. Annual Christmas Bazaar: Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1. To learn more, visit blaineseniorcenter.com
adequate and had to be strengthened; it seemed that every week brought some new problem. The seniors needed a place to meet while the center was being built. During the summer months we were allowed to use the school
cafeteria where we not only prepared our meals but refinished our furniture and reupholstered our chairs which were covered with a worn and nauseous orange – not a fitting thing for our new building.
Blaine Senior Center menu Thursday, July 12: Turkey pot pie, garden salad and fresh fruit. Friday, July 13: Turkey club wrap, whole grain chips, garden salad and fresh fruit. Monday, July 16: Swedish meatballs over egg noodles, green beans, salad and fruit. Tuesday, July 17: Ham and pineapple, scalloped potatoes, Caribbean veggies, garden salad and fruit. Wednesday, July 18: Macaroni and cheese, Italian sausage link (chicken), steamed veggies and salad/fruit. Thursday, July 19: Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, capri veggies, garden salad and sliced peaches. Friday, July 20: Shrimp salad, oatmeal bread and fresh fruit. Monday, July 23: Chicken strips, potato wedges, crinkle cut carrots, salad and fruit.
Tuesday, July 24: Salmon filet, wild rice pilaf, green beans, kale citrus salad and fresh fruit. Wednesday, July 25: Beef burgundy over brown rice, Brussels sprouts, garden and fruit salad. Thursday, July 26: Birthday luncheon, cheeseburger on whole grain roll with lettuce and tomato, potato salad and birthday cake. Friday, July 27: Veggie and hummus pita, split pea soup, garden salad and chocolate chip cookie. Monday, July 30: Penne pasta with meat sauce, italian veggies, garden salad and sliced pears. Tuesday, July 31: Vegetarian chili, stuffed baked potato, cheese and sour cream, garden salad and lemon sorbet. Lunch is served between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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s Ted Morris, head ranger, teaches a workshop on crabbing at Birch Bay State Park on June 29. Photos by Wayne Diaz
Morris ... From page 1 and will continue to work in the community, he said, just not fulltime. He will continue as director of BBPRD2, an organization he calls his baby. Morris acknowledges that not all park rangers take on the amount of community-based projects he does, or add to park infrastructure the way he has. He strives to help people experience the same joy in parks that he’s felt. “The joy and excitement of adding things and seeing them used and improving a park that’s
going to be there forever – that’s probably what drives me,” he said. “That type of thing is not work. That’s my volunteer time, my give-back time.” Forming relationships Much of Morris’s success comes from his ability to make connections and work with diverse groups toward a common goal. Working with BP Cherry Point, True Log Homes, Friends of Birch Bay State Park and various other volunteers allowed Morris to secure more than $100,000 in grant funding for the BP Heron Center and get it built primarily by volunteers. Through BBPRD2, which he helped reestablish in 2005, Mor-
ris made partnerships that helped fund and install the Blaine Marina Park and the Blaine Boys and Girls Club pavilion building. With Whatcom Land Trust, the district acquired land at California Creek and the two organizations are working to fund and plan a park there. The district is currently working with Whatcom County on the Birch Bay Community Park, and working with private property owners to secure easements for a trail from the Canadian border to Point Whitehorn. “He’s been very instrumental in working with all these agencies,” said Heidi Holmes, program manager at BBPRD2. “He has a great connection with people and a great enthusiasm.” Starting young Growing up on an apple orchard in Bridgeport, a remote town on the Columbia River east of Chelan, Morris knew he wanted to work outside. In high school he got a job as a park aide at Alta Lake State Park, about 20 miles east of Bridgeport. “I really enjoyed fishing, hunting, being outdoors and I thought that’s what I wanted to do rather than be behind a desk,” he said. “That job came up and the rest is history.” Morris worked as a park aide while earning a two-year natural resources degree at Spokane Community College. By the time he graduated, he thought he wanted to keep working for state parks. “I knew I enjoyed it. It’s nice to solve problems for people – to help someone with their tent that won’t go up or who knows what,” Morris said. “By then I had a taste of things like cleaning the restrooms that weren’t quite as much fun, but you take the good with the bad.” Through a federal government training program, Morris took a year-and-a-half long course to become a park ranger 1, the lowest level ranger job, and then got hired at Birch Bay State Park. He embraced the change and hoped to stay; the inland native even bought scuba equipment. But it wasn’t meant to be. Budget cuts in April 1980 (Morris knew the month, as well as details
and costs for various decades-old projects) made his position parttime, and rather than stay, he left for a full-time job at Deception Pass State Park. After three years, he tired of one of the most popular state parks in Washington and left for another ranger job at Wallace Falls State Park, west of Stevens Pass, a wilderness by comparison. “Wallace Falls was just a great park, with beautiful hiking trails. I learned how to steelhead fish there on the Skykomish,” Morris said. Three years later, in 1986, he returned to Birch Bay State Park, and once again, his stay was temporary. After three years of working while earning a recreation degree at Western Washington University, Morris packed up for Fort Simcoe Historical State Park, on the Yakama Indian Reservation east of Mt. Adams. “The theme here is you pretty much have to move around to promote. Rarely are you at the same park,” he said. “A job opens here and you move.” Four years later Morris moved on to Ike Kinswa State Park east of Chehalis, before finally returning to Birch Bay State Park in 1998. That year, he and his wife had their first of two children. Morris had climbed about as high as he could as a ranger without getting a position that required more office work. Finally, 18 years after purchasing scuba gear, Morris was at Birch Bay State Park to stay. Wildlife encounters Morris collected plenty of stories during his 43-year career, and some of his favorites come from his 26 total years at Birch Bay State Park. He saved three stuck skunks at Birch Bay – one that got locked in a crab trap at a campsite and two that stuck their snouts too deep into Yoplait yogurt containers. The first skunk to get stuck in a yogurt container was wobbling around the campground bumping into things and scaring campers when Morris heard about it. “I remember I put on rain gear, thinking I was going to get blasted,” Morris said. “I grabbed the yogurt container and pulled and it didn’t come off and I’m thinking ‘oh no, he’s gonna get me.’ So
I grabbed and swung and pulled it hard and it came off. The skunk just looked at me and took off.” In fact, Morris didn’t get sprayed in any of the skunk incidents. Since people like to drink at campgrounds, Morris also has a mental catalog of what he calls “dumb criminal stories.” “I had a kid steal an ice chest from a campsite, and he left his prom picture with his name on the back, his Washington state ID card and a reminder card for an appointment a couple days away with his probation officer,” Morris said. Morris called the probation officer, who couldn’t wait to call the young offender. Another highlight is the underage man who denied drinking alcohol, until Morris pointed out the nearby red Solo cup had the man’s name on it. Much of the ranger job, however, is less exciting. Morris’ daily work changed seasonally: upkeep and helping visitors filled summers, while winter allowed time for bigger maintenance projects. The work gave Morris ample time to get to know camp hosts and employees. “One of my greatest joys is just the friends I made over the years and rangers that I still have great relationships with,” he said. “When you work with people for that long, they become almost more than friends. That’s a big plus to my career.” A not-so-new head ranger Though Morris has managed Peace Arch and Birch Bay state parks for 20 years, he expects his retirement to be a smooth transition. Jason Snow, who started as a ranger at Peace Arch and Birch Bay the same year as Morris, took over. “Jason will be great. He’s built great relationships at Peace Arch and I think he’ll continue great relationships with the community,” Morris said. And to ease the transition, Morris left the facilities well maintained until the end. After an afternoon break on the second-to-last of about 10,000 workdays, Morris stood up from a picnic table, picked up a castoff chocolate milk container from a nearby table, and returned to work.
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8105 Birch Bay Square St. I-5 Exit 270, Blaine
BLAINE, BIRCH BAY & SEMIAHMOO SEMIAHMOO SHORE OPEN HOUSES OPEN DAILY 12-5 9432 Turnstone Ln #33 $795,000 2025 SF w/luxe owner’s
suite on main; 2-BD & full bath upstairs. 14’ vaulted great room. “Driftwood” design, linear FP, quartz counters. Wide plank white oak, Garage w/ epoxy floor & storage cabs. Miles of beaches & trails. MLS# 1201035
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Minutes to U.S./Canada Border; under 2 hour drive to Seattle.
9404 Turnstone Ln #20 $1,079,000 2875 SF views of Dray-
ton Harbor & Mt. Baker. Guest Casita w/ private entry. Top-of-line finishes, full appl pkg. Extensive hrdwd, linear FP, quartz, Grohe & Kohler fixtures. Guest & owners’ suites. Covered patio w/outdoor FP. MLS# 1200998
DIRECTIONS TO SEMIAHMOO SHORE: Exit 270 West on Birch Bay Lynden Rd., R on Harborview, L on Lincoln Rd., to Semiahmoo Pkwy., Semiahmoo Shore on Left.
Lisa Kent 360-594-8034
Mike Kent 360-527-8901
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9129 Great Blue Heron Ln $1,595,000 West-facing waterfront
8634 Blue Grouse Wy • $517,500
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718
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OPEN SUN 12-3 9028 Gleneagle Dr • $449,000
7th fairway views, 3-BD, 2.5-BA Craftsman-style, covered front porch. Great rm opens to covered patio & view. Main floor master, up w/ loft, 2-BD & bonus room w/office alcove. Slab, hardwood, SS appls, central vac. Perfectly located, close to trails.
home on Boundary Ridge. Walls of windows capture every view. Main floor living with custom designed built-ins. Ideal floor plan has wine cellar. 3 private guest suites are ideal, lots of space. Friendly and inviting yard.
Main floor living condo at Gleneagle Villas community overlooking a protected view of 15th fairway. 3-BD, 2.75-BA. Open kitchen w/views. Large master, vaulted ceiling. Upstairs has open loft--for den, guest room, craft area, work outs. Well-run condo assn.
Kathy Stauffer 360-815-4718
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9146 Aerie Ln • $925,000
9134 Mallard Rd • $649,000
5509 Canvasback Rd • $756,000
SELLER FINANCING! $225,000 down. $3,444/mo. Semiahmoo salt waterfront vistas: marinas, cities & mountains. Primary living + den/office on main. Lives like one story! Organic oak floors. White kitchen w/granite cntrs.
Tri level w/great view of Drayton Harbor & mountains. Elegant home on top level for main living/entertaining & ground level for fun/relaxation! 4-BD, 4-BA, 3,600 SF+ beautiful architecture w/FP in master. Downstairs large enough for exercise equip, pool table.
Exceptional curb appeal; manicured grounds. Elegant interior w/ timeless details. Huge windows, tray ceilings, striking lighting, dream kitchen, wet bar, master suite w/ frplce & balcony, his & hers closets. Guest suite w/bath. 2 guest rooms adjoin “jack & jill” bath.
Linda Kiens 360-815-6640 & Brandi Coplen 360-201-3951
Julie Brown 360-255-3727
Linda Kiens 360-815-6640
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OPEN SUN 2:30-4:30 8785 Goshawk Rd • $799,000
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8617 Blue Grouse Wy • $419,000
Sunny 10th fairway, single story w/ bonus suite up. Secluded, oversized parcel in quiet cul de sac. Wide plank organic oak floors. Dry stack stonewrapped horizontal gas FP. Raw edge granite hearth. Custom glass enclosed wine locker. Generous master ste!
5741 Kildeer Wy • $739,000
Spacious one level craftsman. 3-BD, 2-BA, new roof! FP & high quality finishes thru; over-sized windows, extensive hrdwd & granite. Enjoy private backyard from covered porch & stone patio. Ideal location, walking distance to trails & the golf club. Don’t miss!
Linda Kiens 360-815-6640
Craftsman enhances indoor/outdoor living spaces w/windows & natural light. Resort lifestyle in Semiahmoo’s coveted neighborhood, Boundary Ridge. Private park-like setting w/ evergreens. 4 bdrms, bonus/flex room w/westerly view & gourmet kitchen.
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9085 Sea Mist Ln • $525,000
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One level in Semiahmoo’s newest gated neighborhood, Sea Smoke! Energy efficient new construction rambler. 2,100 SF, master retreat, chef’s kit, utility room, great rm w/ FP opening to covered outdoor living area. In Sea Smoke’s 19.4 acre community!
3763 H St • $389,000
JWR design & architecture; high-end finishes, panoramic VIEWS, beach access, amenities of waterfront living! Vaulted, natural light. Master w/luxe bath on main, AC, tankless H2O, FP. Chef’s kit w/quartz counters, island w/ dining bar & 2-car garage all on main.
Lisa Viereck 360-348-8842
Unique home on 5.5 acres w/large shop & storage. Country retreat, artist studio. Enjoy nature at its best. Private, large interlocking patio. Built in 1974, spacious, nice floorplan, needs TLC. Build the value in sweat equity. Estate Sale no Form 17 & sold as-is.
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Gerry Allen 360-920-0563
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5318 Coastal Lp • $459,900
2-story, stunning kit, white cabs, pantry & farmhouse sink. Hrdwd thru main, office, cozy gas FP & lots of daylight. Lrg master suite up w/FP, walk-in closet, garden tub, +spacious deck. Storage +area above garage. Backs to greenbelt. Walk to beach!
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Estate Sale fixer opportunity, don’t miss it! It’s rare to find a water view property with this much square footage and an attached garage at this price point! 3-BR, 2-BA home, over 1,800+ SF on water view lot - totally suitable to be your full time residence or weekend Birch Bay retreat. Great location: 15 minutes to US/ CAN borders, 10 minutes to I-5 access or walk to the beach.
Jen Freeman 360-815-0803
Brian Southwick 360-815-6638
Billy Brown 360-220-7175
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3-BA, rebuilt/upgraded in 1992. 2252 SF, finished 360 SF studio or game rm, new siding roofs on all buildings, deck h/tub, wrap around covered country porch. Shop & metal bldg w/high ceilings for RV. Carport, barn, fenced 4+acres, stream, pond, MT views.
3.5-BA. Sealinks gated community. Main level living, 2 en-suites. Hardwood, granite, stainless, pantry, deck, patio & more. Separate canning kitchen on 2nd. Each level has 2 bdrms, kit & baths. Walk to beach & town.
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3470 Mountain View Rd $558,500 Perfect hobby farm. 3-BD,
4781 South Golf Course Dr $609,500 Modern 4200 SF, 4-BD,
7961 W. Golf Course Drive $548.500
NEW MLS# 1281791
Water views, dramatic double height entry, 2 master suites and freshly painted inside and out - welcome home to the gated community of Sea Links at Birch Bay! Hard to find 5-BR, 4-BA home w/decks & water views from both levels. Choose from main level living with 2 bedrooms (Master #1) & open concept kitchen/dining/living or head upstairs to 3 more bedrooms (Master #2) & living room with fireplace. Beautiful cherry hardwood floors and slate (no carpet!)
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4056 H Street Road • $389,500
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Here is your chance to be just minutes to the downtown core, I-5, Blaine schools and the US/Canada Borders, yet feel like you’re on a country estate with views! Set well back off the road, enjoy this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom remodeled home with attached garage on 4.8 acres. Home features an updated kitchen with SS appliances, refinished cabinets, bedroom carpet, LED lighting and mature landscaping. Served by a top of the line septic system and Blaine City Water.
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8160 Kayak Way • $329,500
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There are many new & exciting changes coming to Birch Bay and there’s no better place to be in the heart of it than in Birch Bay Village! This rambler floor plan features 3 BR, 1.75 BA with laminate flooring throughout, stainless appliances & master en suite. Large backyard patio, mature landscaping, fully fenced yard + front deck to enjoy sunshine all day long. Come & experience the unrivaled amenities Birch Bay Village has to offer - pool, golf, marina, 24 hour security & more!.
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Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports: June 24-26 June 24, 8:25 p.m.: Theft cold call on Salish Road. June 25, 7:42 a.m.: Domestic violence order cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. June 25, 11:55 a.m.: Citizen assist on Anchor Parkway. June 25, 12:50 p.m.: Theft cold call on Salish Road. June 25, 1:31 p.m.: Citizen assist on Salish Road. June 25, 2:22 p.m.: Watch for on Valley View Road. June 25, 2:22 p.m.: Burglary on Birch
OBITUARIES Virginia Katherine (Faust) Freeman
August 9, 1946 - July 4, 2018 Virginia Freeman, age 71, went home suddenly to be with her Lord and Savior in the early morning on July 4, 2018. Virginia was born August 9, 1946 in Canton, Ohio to Arnold L. and Lovada (Stewart) Faust. She graduated from Blaine in 1964. She is survived by her husband Richard Freeman of 53 years, children Jeannina (Kurt) Gorsuch, Rick Freeman, Luann Freeman, grandchildren Seth, Landon, Tanner, Lindsey and Conner Larson, Shelby Freeman and Isabella Stephens. Great grandaughter Sofia Larson, sister Loretta (John) Sutton, and nephews Joe, Mark, Ryan and Adam Bailey. A memorial will be held on Saturday, July 14, at 1 p.m., Northwood Alliance Church, 580 C Street, Blaine.
Robert Lee Parsons
March 30, 1940 – July 9, 2018 Robert Lee Parsons, age 78, of Blaine WA, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2018. Robert was born on March 30, 1940 in Caro, Michigan to Walter and Hazel (Cliff) Parsons. He attended the University of Michigan and was a proud Wolverine. Robert worked in the petroleum industry in Wyoming, Alaska and Texas. He is survived by his wife Cindy of Blaine, WA; sons Hans (Mimi) Parsons of La Jolla, CA and Todd (Erin) Parsons of Bellevue, WA and 6 grandchildren. There will be a private family service. You may share your memories of Robert in the online guest book at www.molesfarewelltributes.com. Moles Farewell Tributes Ferndale.
Elizabeth Brackett October 29, 1929 – June 8, 2018 Elizabeth (Betty) Margaret (O’Toole) Brackett, age 88, passed away on June 8, 2018 in Bellevue, Washington. Elizabeth was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada on October 29, 1929. She graduated from Mount Saint Vincent Academy and then sought adventure in the big city working as a ticket agent for KLM/Dutch Airlines in Toronto, Canada, then for United Airlines in Los Angeles. Betty married Carl Vincent Brackett August 8, 1959 and eventually landed in Bellevue, Washington where she and Carl raised three children. Upon retirement, they moved to Birch Bay, Washington, where they enjoyed life near the ocean, and an occasional winter trip to Maui. Elizabeth traded in her bowling shoes for a deck of cards, taking up Bridge in Birch Bay, while also participating in the neighborhood social club and serving on volunteer projects in the community. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, her parents Honora (McMullin) O’Toole and William Edward O’Toole, brothers Hubert Francis (wife Margaret Murphy) and Kenneth (wife Evelyn Sproule), and nephews Patrick and David O’Toole, all of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Elizabeth leaves her three children, Sheila Marie (Paul Coons), Stephen Murray (Lisa Zura) and Gregory Carl (Jacqueline Butlin), grandchildren Kathryn Elizabeth Helene, Julia Pearson, Emily Anne, Alexandra Karin and Sara-Jane Elizabeth, niece Colleen (O’Toole) Palmer; and nephews Daniel, Robert, Brian, William and Paul O’Toole, as well as step-grand/ great grandchildren. As were her wishes, arrangements will be private. Share memories with her family at jernsfuneralchapel.net.
David “Freightrain” Chapman
January 1, 1949 – July 3, 2018 David “Freightrain” Chapman was an avid commercial fisherman and musician who was born and raised in Blaine. He died peacefully in the hospital surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer, COPD and many other respiratory illnesses that he bravely fought for so long. David Auld Anderson Chapman Jr., was born on January 1, 1949, and is survived by his wife Brenda Chapman, son John Robert Chapman, daughter Kara Richardson, son Gavin Chapman, step-son Michael Gates, step-daughters Alicia Gates and Mary Gates, and his grandchildren Zachary, Aryanah, Kierra, David, Brayden, Eva, Ewan and Tallyn. He is preceded in death by his father David A. A. Chapman Sr., mother Mary Lou Plumb, brother Robbie Chapman, and granddaughter Elorah. David was the strongest most brave person we’ve ever known. Also the MOST loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. His service will be Saturday, July 14, 2018 at Green Acres Memorial Park, 5700 Northwest Dr. in Ferndale at 2 p.m. There will also be a celebration of life for David on Sunday, August 5, 2018 from 5 to 10 p.m. Non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. This is a potluck so bring your favorite dish please. The address is VFW Post 1585, 625 N. State Street, Bellingham, WA 98225. Both the service and celebration is open to all.
Robin Goodbody Kendall November 28, 1951 - June 17, 2018
Robin Goodbody Kendall passed away quietly on June 17 at her home with family nearby. Robin overcame death many times in her life, but finally succumbed to her many medical issues. She was born in San Diego but fell in love with western Washington and spent most of her adult life in Whatcom County. At age 38, Robin went back to school and graduated from Western with a degree in Sociology/magna cum laude. Later, as her health permitted, she worked at the Blaine Food Bank volunteering more hours than she should have. She is survived by daughters Nicole (TJ) Morris and Amy (Mark) Ruprecht; nieces and nephews Gina, Samantha, Marissa, Dominic, Jordan and Brian, and their families. Also survived by her neighbor, friend, roommate, lover, husband, ex-husband and companion for 45 years Jeff Kendall. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Patricia Goodbody, sister Gail Guzzardo, and her son Michael. Thanks to the village of doctors and nurses who have tended to Robin over the years. Special thanks to Dr. Iona Adams, her primary care physician for 30 years, for Robin would not have been with us as long as she was without her care. A celebration of Robin’s life will be held on Sunday, July 29 at 1 p.m. at the Peace Arch Park. In lieu of flowers please donate to your local food bank or animal shelter.
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of June 19 to 25, 0.5 inches of precipitation was recorded. The 2018 year-to-date precipitation is 19.0 inches.
Temperature: High for the past week was 82°F on July 6 with a low of 48°F on July 3. Average high was 77°F and average low was 56°F.
Police Reports July 3, 8:59 a.m.: Traffic complaint on Ludwick Avenue. July 3, 2:15 p.m.: Minor in possession of alcohol on 2nd Street. July 3, 4:00 p.m.: Illegal dumping on Marine Drive. July 3, 4:24 p.m.: Stalking on Blaine Avenue. July 3, 5:20 p.m.: Blaine warrant on H Street. July 3, 7:50 p.m.: Vehicle prowl on D Street. July 3, 9:00 p.m.: Fireworks on H Street. July 4, 12:00 a.m.: Reckless driving on H Street. July 4, 11:00 a.m.: Fireworks July 4, 11:50 a.m.: Disturbance on Peace Portal Drive. July 4, 12:30 p.m.: Citizen assist on H Street. July 4, 2:15 p.m.: Collision on 3rd Street. July 4, 2:30 p.m.: Traffic control on H Street. July 4, 2:35 p.m.: Traffic control on H Street. July 4, 5:35 p.m.: Disorderly conduct on D Street. July 4, 6:40 p.m.: Assist state pa-
trol on 3rd Street. July 4, 10:05 p.m.: Violation of a controlled substance on 2nd Street. July 4, 10:51 p.m.: Driving under the influence on Peace Portal Drive. July 4, 11:40 p.m.: Lewd act on Marine Drive. July 5, 7:54 a.m.: Parking problem on Grant Avenue. July 5, 10:30 a.m.: Welfare check on D Street. July 5, 12:35 p.m.: Agency assist on D Street. July 5, 2:39 p.m.: Collision on Bell and Peace Portal. July 5, 3:10 p.m.: Collision on D Street. July 5, 6:15 p.m.: Driving with a suspended license on Peace Portal Drive. July 5, 6:49 p.m.: Traffic offense on Blaine Road. July 5, 8:24 p.m.: Fireworks on Adelia Street. July 5, 9:12 p.m.: Fireworks on Great Horned Owl Lane.
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Trivia Night: Thursday, July 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Peace Arch City Café & Bar, 658 Peace Portal Drive. Big Band Benefit: Thursday, July 12, 7:30 p.m., Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th Street. Enjoy swing music, dancing and paella dinner. Tickets $50 available at draytonmusic.org. or email festival.paa@gmail.com. Fundraiser for the Drayton Harbor Music Festival. Live Music In the Park: Friday, July 13, 6 p.m., BP Heron Center at Birch Bay State Park. Featuring Stirred Not Shaken. Info: fobbsp.org. Live Music at The Vault: Friday, July 13, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring: Chad Peterson, jazz guitar and vocals Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends: Friday, July 13, 7-9 p.m., Haynie Grange. Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band perform a tribute to Glen Campbell and Chuck Berry. Beach Walk: Saturday, July 14, 11 a.m., BP Heron Center at Birch Bay State Park. Info: fobbsp.org. Veterans of Foreign Wars: Saturday, July 14, 1-5 p.m., VFW Post 1585, 625 N. State Street, Bellingham. Honoring all veterans and families with refreshments, canteen. Dog Behavior Improvement Training: Saturday, July 14, 2:30-5 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn to deal with your dog’s behavioral issues like unnecessary barking, pulling on walks, discourtesy when meeting other people or dogs, inappropriate play, or biting. Attendance at this seminar is required to attend the follow-up workshop. No pets at this seminar, please. Info: 360/305-3637. Junior Ranger Program: Saturday, July 14, 4 p.m., Wildlife Theater at Birch Bay State Park. Info: fobbsp.org. Music by the Bay with Ruckus MD: Saturday, July 14, 4-8 p.m., Semiahmoo Marina Patio, 9540 Semiahmoo Marina Parkway. Featuring recording artists Ruckus MD and The E-Dock Band with special guests. Beverages and food available for purchase at Semiahmoo Marina Café until 7 p.m. Live Music at The Vault: Saturday, July 14, 7–9 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar, 277 G Street. Featuring: Jill Newman, blues guitar. Birch Bay Sand Sculpture Contest: Saturday-Sunday, July 14-15, Birch Bay waterfront near 7930 Birch Bay Drive. Open to individuals, teams, schools, families, businesses. Arts and crafts and food vendors. Info: birchbaychamber.com. American Legion Breakfast: Sunday, July 15, 9 a.m.-noon, American Legion Post 86, 4590 Legion Drive. Eggs to order, ham, biscuits and gravy, French toast and all you can eat pancakes. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children 6 and younger. Info: 360/371-7311. BB Library Community Input Session: Monday, July 16, 6 p.m., Birch Bay Bible Community Church, 4460 Bay Road. Moving into building design, facility needs and how to work together.
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Drayton Harbor Music Festival: Now until July 14. Free noon hour concerts at Blaine’s G Street plaza. Concert at 9:30 p.m. on July 13 at Peace Arch Café.
Learn to Play Chess: Tuesday, July 17, 6:30-8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Chess has been proven to enhance creativity, problem solving, memory, concentration, intellectual maturity, self-esteem, and many other abilities. And it’s fun! Weekly. For ages K through 12, and parents too! Info: 360/305-3637. Kites: Wednesday, July 18, 1-2 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Make and create a high-flying kite. How high will yours fly? For grades K-5. Info: 360/305-3637. Foreign Policy Forums: Wednesday, July 18, 1:30–3 p.m., Blaine United Church of Christ, 885 4th Street. Community welcome to join non-partisan discussion materials and DVD. This week’s topic: Russia’s foreign policy. Info: 360/332-6906.
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Whiz-bang Club: Wednesday, July 18, 3–4:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Join us for some fun and exciting S.T.E.A.M.-related programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). All materials provided. For grades 4-7. Info: 360/305-3637.
July 13-19 at Blaine. Not for navigation. 49° 0’ 0”N - 122° 46’ 0”W
Learn to Maintain Your Shoreline Property: Wednesday, July 18, 5–7 p.m., Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve. Shoreline landowners are invited to a free beach walk on coastal process and shoreline erosion management. Registration required at surveymonkey.com/r/Whatcom2018.
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Live Music by Wicked Timing: Wednesday, July 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Peace Arch City Café & Bar, 658 Peace Portal Drive. Local musicians Selena Rogers and Mark Williams.
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Semiahmoo Men’s Breakfast: Thursday, July 19, 7:30 a.m. Blue Heron, 8720 Semiahmoo Parkway. Big breakfast, $15. All men are welcome. This week’s speaker, former New York Philharmonic oboist and author Joe Robinson. Raccoons and Other Backyard Critters: Friday, July 20, 7 p.m., Wildlife Theater at Birch Bay State Park. Info: fobbsp.org. Special Olympics Fundraiser: Saturday, July 21, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 4776 Corona Ct, Bellingham. Garage sale including new arts and crafts benefitting North Whatcom Special Olympics. Junior Ranger Program: Saturday, July 21, 4 p.m., Wildlife Theater at Birch Bay State Park. Info: fobbsp.org. Hunters of the Sky: Saturday, July 21, 7 p.m., Wildlife Theater at Birch Bay State Park. Educational program featuring live raptors from Sardis. Info: fobbsp.org. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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Teen struck by train on July 4 in Surrey A teen boy was hit and killed by a passenger train near Crescent Beach in Surrey on July 4. According to a statement from Surrey RCMP, authorities responded to the scene at 10 p.m.
and found the boy deceased; his name and age were not released. Various media reports suggest that the teenager, along with friends, were watching the American fireworks display. “Surrey RCMP is currently in-
vestigating the matter and the investigation is still in its early stages,” read the statement. “There are multiple witnesses that are being interviewed in order to create a clear picture of the incident.”
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