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Letters to the Editor: September issue

The Editor: I am Canadian and have been visiting Point Roberts for over 40 years. Now, I own a cabin here. Blackberries have always been in abundance all over the point. On Friday, August … more

Point by the numbers: September

Fire Incidents for July 2025 Total calls 57: EMS calls 22, resulting in the following transports: Airlift Northwest 4, Saint Joseph Hospital 3; fire classification 15 resulting in smoke … more

More than just books: it's a Library of Things

The Whatcom County Library System offers a “Library of Things,” where patrons can borrow more than just books. Since its start in 2010 with puzzles and board games, the collection has … more

Sheriff's Report: September issue

August 1, 1:40 p.m.: Serve papers on Marine Drive. August 1, 7:33 p.m.: Suspicious person on Burns Way. August 7, 8:38 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Uscandia Lane. August 7, 7:51 p.m.: … more

Church News: September

Spiritual or religious? Possibly both/and rather than either/or... Father Thomas Merton said, “Nothing in the Gospels suggests that Jesus was interested in creating a religion. He was … more

Library quick picks: September

  Bestsellers:   The … more

In the Garden: September

September so soon? My garden has grown by leaps and bounds this year, and my little flower farm has tripled in size. I’m picking hundreds of flowers each week, filling vases and jars, starting … more

Happenings at the Senior Center

At our June board of directors meeting, we accepted the resignation of our long-time treasurer Curt Bush. After many years of dedicated service, Curt has passed the reins on to PRSA volunteer Bill … more

Seniors Point: Menus for September

Wednesday, September 3: Breakfast with sausage, biscuit with jam, garden salad Friday, September 5: Tuna melt, quinoa, tomato and cucumber salad and dessert Wednesday, September 10: Tomato … more

Crossings: September issue

Crossings for June and July 2025 (2024 numbers following) June: Personal vehicles 51,196 (67,655); pedestrians 592 (1,010). July: Personal vehicles 59,648 (73,712);   pedestrians 850 … more

Obituary: Helen Rae Andrews

Helen Rae Andrews November 7, 1948 to July 28, 2025 Born in Karoomda, Australia on November 7, 1948 completed nursing school in the early ’60s and proceeded to work at various clinics … more

Obituary: Christine Ann (Lesow) Kojak

Christine Ann (Lesow) Kojak November 18, 1950 - May 17, 2025 Christine Ann Kojak, age 75, passed away on May 17, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. Born on November 18, 1950 in Indianapolis and … more

Blaine school board adopts budget, other school news

The Blaine school board finalized its budget in the district board room on August 25 during its last meeting before the 2025-26 school year officially started. The board also used the meeting to … more

New Whatcom County health director appointed

A new Whatcom County health director has been appointed to fill the position following a nationwide search. Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu appointed Champ Thomaskutty as director of … more

Borderite block party welcomes back students

The Peace Arch Education Foundation, Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives and Blaine school district welcomed students and families back from summer break with the Borderite Community Block Party on August 21 at … more

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Family raises questions into U.S. Coast Guard rescue of deadly drowning near Point Roberts

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

Nonprofit to hold fishing and crabbing event for veterans in Blaine

A nonprofit is helping connect military veterans with outdoor adventure during a two-day salmon fishing and crab derby in Blaine Harbor on Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7.  … more

Whatcom County to host open house

Whatcom County government is offering people a unique opportunity to learn about projects and meet the people in charge of the county’s daily operations – from installing stop signs to … more

County to recognize Overdose Awareness Day with free event

Whatcom County health officials are using Friday, August 29 as a day to provide education on overdose prevention. The Whatcom Health and Community Services (WCHCS) is hosting a free event from … more
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