Under new policy, BC isn’t ‘falling back’ with us on Nov. 1

On Nov. 1 the clocks will fall back in Point Roberts to Pacific Standard Time, but not in B.C. This change to asynchronicity between the province and Washington state has been anxiously awaited since …

Candidates on Nov. 3 ballot answer our questions: Extended version

Ahead of this year’s general election on Nov. 3, The Northern Light asked candidates to submit written responses to five questions: Why are you running for this position? What experience do you …

Point Roberts resident dies after border questioning leaves her trapped

Paige Adamson, a Point Roberts resident who was recently detained by U.S. border agents, interrogated, and given a court date for deportation proceedings, died on Sunday after expressing she was …

New parking changes on Gulf Road recommended to Whatcom County

The Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee discussed delayed investment of Transportation Benefit District funds, upcoming committee vacancies and proposed parking restrictions on Gulf Road at …

Point Roberts groups oppose proposed PSE rate increases

Two Point Roberts organizations are opposing Puget Sound Energy’s proposed rate increases, joining Washington Attorney General Nick Brown in asking state regulators to limit costs passed on to …

Hospital district outlines clinic funding plan at town hall

The Point Roberts Public Hospital District held a town hall discussion Oct. 7 at the Point Roberts Community Center to explain the clinic’s financial challenges and its plan to maintain services …

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Sweeping away Scotch Broom

Community volunteers and parks board members cleared invasive scotch broom along the Baker Field trails on Oct. 10. The collaborative work party targeted the aggressive weed, leaving space for native …

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‘No Kings,’ Point Roberts style

A larger-than-usual crowd of demonstrators gathered at the corner of Gulf and Tyee roads on Oct. 17 for "No Kings Day." The event was part of nationwide protests focused on the theme of encouraging …

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- Point Roberts man indicted for border crossing attack
  
  A 34-year-old man accused of attacking the Point Roberts border crossing with an ax and threatening to kill federal officers has been indicted …
  
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- Library quick picks: November
  
  Bestsellers: The Exit Party Emily St. John Mandel Country People Daniel Mason Partita Barbara Kingsolver God’s Country …
  
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- Crossings: November issue
  
  Traffic into Point Roberts for August and September (2025 numbers following): August: buses: no data (6); bus passengers: no data (47); …
  
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- Point by the Numbers: November
  
  Fire incidents for September Total calls: 57. EMS calls 14, resulting in the following transports: PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center 2, …
  
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- Sheriffs Reports: November issue
  
  Sept. 15 - Oct.15 Sept. 15, 10:49 a.m.: Assist a person on Boundary Bay Road. Sept. 18, 10:46 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances …
  
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Core memories: Apple Harvest Festival

The Apple Harvest Festival brought cider pressings, a bake sale, bingo, a dance party featuring The Point Band and much more to Point Roberts Oct. 3-4. Photos by Erin Kelly

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Letters to the Editor: November

The Editor: My heart is full of gratitude for the many, many people who made this year's Apple Harvest Festival such a wonderful celebration of our little community. To the more than 40 …

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A big year for Point Roberts' little learners'

It has been an exciting start to the school year at Point Roberts Primary School. Our little school continues to grow, and we are thrilled to have two classrooms this year. Mrs. Kelly is teaching our …

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From l., Misty Flowers, Erika Creydt, Michael Shepard and moderator Marissa Rathbone at the Fund Schools Now town hall at Horizon Middle School in Ferndale on Oct. 14.

42nd District candidates address struggling local school budgets

Candidates for Washington’s 42nd District of the state Legislature had an opportunity to share their visions for public education funding at a town hall hosted by Fund Schools Now on Oct. 14 at …

Wednesday, October 21

About 50 people got a chance to meet the candidates in the upcoming general election at an event hosted by the Point Roberts Voters Association in Point Roberts on Oct. 1. Bill Zidel, pictured here at the podium, introduced the evening and candidates. Candidates in attendance included from l., Rep. Rick Larsen, Edwin Feller, Erika Creydt, Michael Shepard, Rep. Alicia Rule, Alex Woodall (a representative of Rep. Joe Timmons), Justin Pike, Jesse Corkern, Ryan Swinburnson, Paul Burrell, Chris Elder and Eddy Ury.

From tariffs to border security, candidates make pitch to Point Roberts voters

The economy, health care and immigration enforcement took center stage at a candidates’ night hosted by the Point Roberts Voters Association on Oct. 1 at the Point Roberts Community …

Thursday, October 8

Website accessibility upgrades come at a price for Parks and Rec

The cost of meeting new federal digital accessibility requirements prompted discussion at the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District’s Oct. 6 meeting, where board members considered whether to …

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Blaine schools examines strategies to respond to bullying

The Blaine School Board met with administrators at its Oct. 12 meeting to discuss how schools are emphasizing early intervention and conflict resolution to prevent bullying and create a culture of …

Wednesday, October 21

The Blaine School Board held a work session with administrators from each of Blaine's four schools on Monday, focusing on behavioral data and the impacts of new cell phone and closed campus policy changes.

Blaine School District expands options for Point Roberts students

The Blaine School District is providing more support for Point Roberts students, offering an after-school activity bus and two new programs: Transition to Kindergarten and healthy snacks. …

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