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Researchers conducting focus group on pandemic cross-border travel
WWU’s Border Policy Research Institute, in conjunction with Simon Fraser University, is conducting a research project to capture the impacts of border restrictions during the pandemic. …

Whatcom Marine Mammal Stranding Network to hold training
WMMSN will hold a training for community members to learn how to respond to seal pups and other marine mammals in need. The training will run from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27 at the WECU …

The Commons
The exhaust flue separated from the boiler and allowed carbon monoxide to escape into the house.
Lawsuit partially settled for $8 million in Point Roberts carbon monoxide deaths
Whatcom County Superior Court Judge Robert E. Olson approved a settlement on April 19 between the two children of Murray Church and Gail Amundsen and three out of five defendants accused of …
Members of the community joined Blaine teachers, classified staff, and administrators in attendance for the April 22 school board meeting. A vote by the board to approving cutting 30 positions to free up $2.5 million of the district’s budget was postponed for Monday, April 29.
Blaine school board delays vote on cuts
In front of a standing-room only crowd inside the Blaine school district boardroom, the Blaine school board delayed its vote on a reduced education program for the 2024-25 school year by one week. …
Vehicles enter the U.S. at the Peace Arch border crossing on July 20, 2023.
Commercial pot seizure at U.S./Canada border crossing lands in B.C. court
A geographically challenged delivery truck driver may end up costing his company a pot of dough, or at least 333 pounds of gummies worth. In May 2023, a driver working for Kelowna-based Seven …
Whatcom County deputy executive Tyler Schroeder presents the plan to fund the new jail, behavioral health facility and support services to Blaine City Council during its April 22 meeting.
Whatcom County brings jail funding agreement to cities
Whatcom County and its cities, including Blaine, are expected to vote on an agreement that would allow the county to start allocating sales tax revenue for the future jail and behavioral health …
Sports update

Blaine sports roundup: Softball loses to tough competition, Dube commits to Skagit Valley College

Boys golf Blaine boys golf sent three athletes to Bellingham Golf and Country Club (BGGC) on April 16 for the Birger Solberg Invitational, facing the best 36 golfers from 11 Northwest Conference …
Photo of the week

April sunrise

April 18 sunrise over Boundary Bay.

CERT training

The fire district is looking at conducting a FEMA CERT training starting the last week of April. The schedule will potentially be Wednesday, April 24 from 6–9 p.m., Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. …

Spring has sprung!

Gardeners – here’s your chance to get some fresh starts for your flower and vegetable gardens. Darlene Gibbs of Ladybug Nursery has been putting in the hours so you don’t have …

 

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Photos
 Welcome Home!
A brand-spanking new AWD hybrid Toyota Sienna has been purchased by the fire district for its new Welcome Home program. The van will be used to drive residents to and from mainland Whatcom County for …
Carl Julius' Shed
 A photo of Carl Julius’ shed next to Lighthouse Marine Park was incorrectly described as a barn in last month’s All Point Bulletin. It was built by Julius in 1947 after he purchased …
World Down Syndrome Day
Local residents Mia and Emme McSkimmings gave a presentation at the Point Roberts Primary school on March 18th for World Down Syndrome Day. Primary students “Rocked their Socks” on March …
Beekeepers Association
The Point Roberts Beekeepers Association celebrated the group’s 16th anniversary on March 4. They invite you to join them in this delightfully delicious pastime. From l., Randall (PJ) Minter, …
50th Anniversary of the Point Roberts Community Center
On March 27, former parks board chair Bennett Blaustein described to a full house how the community and senior center came into existence 50 years ago.
Outdoor dining
One way to enjoy warmer weather is dining al fresco as seen here at Saltwater Cafe. Other options include The Reef Tavern and Restaurant and the soon to reopen restaurant at the marina.
April Menus

Senior's Point

Wednesday, April 3: Pastitsio, garden salad and dessert. Friday, April 5: Chicken breast, wild rice, broccoli and dessert. Wednesday, April 10: Chicken and vegetable casserole, cole slaw and …

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 Letters to the Editor - April
The Editor: Is there a possibility for a sewer system in Point Roberts? In 1997, Sumas, Washington entered a contract with Abbotsford, B.C. and the Fraser Valley Regional District to have …
Sheriff's Reports - April issue
March 2, 4:58 p.m.: Senile subject on Island View Lane. March 3, 8:36 a.m.: Assist citizen on Boundary Bay Road. March 9, 12:06 p.m.: Hulk vehicle on Rex Street. March 9, 1:50 p.m.: …
Boundary Bay border crossing.
Crossings - April issue
Traffic into Point Roberts for January and February 2024, with figures for 2023 following: January: Personal vehicles 45,963 (47,068); commercial vehicles 404 (375); buses 40 (32); pedestrians 687 …
Local stats - April issue
Fire Incidents for February 2024 Total calls (47); EMS calls (9), resulting in the following transports: Saint Josephs Hospital (3), Airlift Northwest (2); Fire classification (21) resulting in …
Trinity Community Lutheran Church
Church news - April
At Trinity Church on March 10 we honored International Women’s Day. This year’s theme of Inspire Inclusion could mean a variety of things, including building a greater tolerance for differences …
    • Circle of Care is on the move!

      Please plan to attend the Circle of Care annual general meeting on April 28 at 2 p.m. at the fire hall. Come and hear exciting announcements …

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