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Grab a community meal to go

While the senior center is closed, community meals will still be provided for pick up. Please call ahead so that there are enough to-go meals prepared for all who want one. … more

Imperial College London report informed anti-coronavirus measures by Western governments

By Pat Grubb The recent stiffening of anti-Covid-19 precautions by Western governments came about following the publication of a dire report by the Imperial College London on March … more

Blaine school district begins meal service for all 18 and under

By Oliver Lazenby When the new coronavirus outbreak in Washington state began, health officials cautioned that the decision to close schools, then a distant and unlikely possibility, … more

Circle of Care: This could be our finest hour ...

By Annelle Norman Circle of Care trustees want to remind the community of Point Roberts that we are here to help.  In this time of so much uncertainty as a result of the Covid-19 … more

Canadian health authorities have called upon residents to refrain from non-essential travel out of the country

By Pat Grubb B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry has called on B.C. residents to stay in Canada and to not travel abroad or to the U.S. unless it’s deemed essential. … more

The Commons Used Book Store is nearly ready to open for business.

The Commons Used Book Store is getting close to being ready to open for business. Shelves have been installed, chairs have been obtained and there are new tables in the community center's back … more

Sanders wins Whatcom County

By Jami Makan As of 4 p.m. on March 11, Bernie Sanders was leading Joe Biden by a significant margin in Whatcom County's presidential primary election. According to the Whatcom County … more

Sex education becomes a requirement for Washington state public schools

Democratic-controlled Washington state Legislature passes SB 5395 requiring schools to include comprehensive sex education Supporters say sex education will benefit students by … more

Washington state Legislature bans single-use plastic bags

SB 5323 banning retailers from giving out single-use plastic bags for free passed in legislation By Leona Vaughn WNPA News Service Consumers will … more

New laws to deal with arrests at courthouses, hairstyles and domestic worker treatment

HB 2567 prohibits warrantless arrests within one mile of a court facility HB 2602 includes certain hair textures in laws against racial discrimination  HB 2511 … more

Amid pious protesters, Satanists conduct a ritual on the Capitol steps

By Cameron Sheppard WNPA News Service Congregants from the Seattle-based Satanic Temple of Washington drew a crowd of prayerful onlookers Friday as they hoisted … more

Legislature promotes timber industry as carbon-negative

The legislation will make forestry sector more competitive amid carbon-emission fees Forestry advocate says the industry reduces state’s net carbon emissions by … more

No local cases yet, but health officials are preparing for the coronavirus

This story was updated on Thursday, March 5. The new coronavirus started to spread in Washington state from unknown sources, one step ahead of the state department of health’s ability to … more

Elenbaas defends ‘terrorism’ remark, citing citizen suits

By Jami Makan Newly elected Whatcom County councilmember Ben Elenbaas defended his controversial remark likening a local environmental nonprofit organization to domestic terrorists, citing … more

Primary voters must publicly declare their party affiliation

By Jami Makan In the state’s upcoming presidential primary on Tuesday, March 10, people will be required to identify as either a Republican or a Democrat in order for their vote to … more

Orca Shores owner working to shore up development

By Meg Olson Orca Shores LLC is making catching up on property taxes a top priority. “We are working to resolve this as soon as possible,” said Frank Li, president of Mengfa … more

Sidhu: “Make Point Roberts economically vibrant”

[caption id="attachment_18003" align="aligncenter" width="720"] Newly elected Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu, center top, listens to a resident during a townhall meeting on February 21. Deputy … more

We’ll even throw in the Brooklyn Bridge ...

[caption id="attachment_17995" align="aligncenter" width="540"] Not everybody’s keen to sell Point Roberts to British Columbia as this comment on the reader board at the corner of Tyee Drive and … more

Foster Love Campaign

[caption id="attachment_17992" align="aligncenter" width="540"] s Foster Love campaign comes to the International Marketplace. From l., Ronda Bordeville, Marketplace owner Ali Hayton, Samantha … more

PRIBC requested copies of PRCAC votes

By Pat Grubb In a letter dated January 21, 2020, the Point Roberts Independent Business Council (PRIBC) submitted an open public records requesting all emails received or sent to … more
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