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Apple Harvest Festival coming up soon

  As the crispness of fall approaches, Point Roberts is getting ready to press, play, and party at the 8th Annual … more

Community survey on youth wellness opens

Community coalition Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives has opened a survey intended to help the organization improve the wellbeing of youth in the Blaine school district area. The survey will accept responses … more

CAP winter coat drive runs through September

The Community Assistance Program (CAP) is collecting warm clothing for all ages and sizes across Blaine and Birch Bay for its annual Winter Coat Drive this month.  The coat drive, which … more

The 24th anniversary of 9/11 to be commemorated under the Peace Arch

A public remembrance for the 24th anniversary of 9/11 will take place under the Peace Arch around 11 a.m. Thursday, September 11.  The event will start off with an annual 9/11 Memorial Ride … more

Fire safety for seniors

The U.S. Fire Administration reports that adults over the age of 65 are 2.6 times more likely to perish in a fire than the general population. Last year in Washington state, individuals over 60 … more

County issues final environmental statement for comprehensive plan

Whatcom County has issued its final environmental impact statement (EIS) for the decennial Whatcom County comprehensive plan update and its urban growth area review. The comprehensive plan will … more

Point Roberts Kids Camp 2025

More fun and games at the kids camp BBQ ...  Photos by Bob New more

Maple Beach Sand Sculpture Competition

Maple Beach held their annual Sandcastle Contest on August 23. more

The end of an 81-year voyage?

When the Annie Moggin sank at Point Roberts marina’s guest dock in February 2024, it marked the end of an 81-year maritime legacy. For former owners Chris and Candice Millison, news of the loss … more

PRCAC mulls road project

The Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee reviewed potential uses for its Transportation Benefit District fund at its August 21 meeting. The fund, generated by a penny per gallon gas tax, has … more

Parks and recreation news...

The Point Roberts Park and Recreation District discussed a board opening, playground improvements and schedule changes at its August 11 meeting. The district is accepting applications for … more

Former health head files tort claim

Former Whatcom County Health and Community Services Director Erika Lautenbach has filed a tort claim against the county seeking $1.5 million in damages, alleging sex discrimination, hostile work … more

Family raise questions about USCG response in drowning

The family of a 38-year-old Lummi Nation member who died after the commercial fishing vessel he was on sank off Point Roberts is questioning the U.S. Coast Guard’s delayed response. Kevin … more

State audit department slaps Port's hand

A 2024 state audit issued in July found the Port of Bellingham had failed to follow procurement procedures in its handling of a federal program, a failure the auditor described as material, the most … more

Emily and the Strays concert benefitted local food bank

Emily and the Strays, as well as Gina Zollman, performed at the Firehall on August 17, to a great turnout! The concert benefited the Point Roberts Food Bank.   more

Apple Harvest Festival

Point Roberts’ 8th annual Apple Harvest Festival needs your help to make it the biggest yet! This beloved fall celebration supports Circle of Care and brings our community together. Get … more

Fire Department Open House 2025

The fire department’s annual open house on August 9 was another success with plenty of food and entertainment for all.   more

Library levy passes handily with 57 percent

Final results for the August 5 primary election show clear winners headed to the November general election and one upset at county council.  The election is a top-two primary, meaning the … more
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