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Immigration officials release Portland children detained near border

After two weeks in custody, four Portland children have been released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, OPB has learned. Their parents are still being held. Kenia Jackeline … more

Development strategy session draws good crowd

The Gulf Road community center was full as residents showed up to listen to consultants employed by Maul, Foster and Alonghi (MFA) presented an interim Point Roberts economic strategy report on June … more

A Bridge from Nowhere

Back in 2005, Alaskan U.S. Senator “Uncle Ted” Stevens and U.S. Representative Don (“Mr. Pork”) Young managed to have $231 million included in an appropriations bill to … more

4th of July in Point Roberts

Point Roberts residents line the streets for the community's annual 4th of July parade celebration. more

Road Rules: When you and your bike are stuck at red

Question: There are some intersections where the light never turns green when I’m on my bike. Eventually I just look both ways to make sure it’s clear and ride through. But what’s … more

When temperatures soar, here’s how to survive a heat wave

When temperatures soar into the 90s or above, emergency rooms and medical clinics often see a spike in conditions such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn and heat rash. If the … more

Community Discussion with Executive Sidhu today!

County Executive Satpal Sidhu will be hosting an informal discussion with the Point Roberts community on Thursday, July 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the community center. This event is open to the public. … more

Senior's Point

Wednesday, July 2: Spaghetti with meatballs, Caesar salad, garlic bread and ice cream. Friday, July 4: Closed for the 4 th of July. Wednesday, July 9: Roast chicken, roast sweet potato, … more

Watch out for seal pups

As the weather warms and water activities increase, the possibility of spotting seal pups increases. Although spotting the pup may be exciting to some, marine mammal experts warn beachgoers should … more

Filmmaking workshops offered

Craig Ellenwood will be launching a filmmaking workshop series open to all ages, culminating in the first Point Roberts International Film Festival showcasing student and select films. A former … more

The Commons is awaiting you

What began as a simple book sale in a parking lot has grown into one of Point Roberts’ most beloved community spaces. The Commons, launched in September 2019, is a welcoming place for … more

Parks district planning new infrastructure and improvements

Point Roberts park commissioners and staff are planning a series of improvements, including a five-year revitalization of Baker Field, a new playground at the community center, and a shift in … more

Local Point resident publishes autobiography

Even if you don’t know Rafael, it’s likely you’ve seen his artwork in many homes on the Point. From his days with Max Briand at the Boondocks restaurant to South Beach House and … more

Envisioning Salish Sea House

Imagine that it is 2028. The first adult family home is about to open within the town center, accessible to the post office, the library, the International Market Place, the community center and … more

Commissioners toss executive director Rob Fix

In a 2-1 vote, the Port of Bellingham commissioners voted to remove executive director Rob Fix during its June 3 regular commission meeting. Director of maritime Tiffany DeSimone was appointed as … more

Consultants still have a ways to go on plan

Consultants working on a Port of Bellingham’s $89,900 economic development study for Point Roberts have yet to grasp the community’s unique challenges and well-known local priorities. … more

Point by the numbers: July issue

Clinic numbers for May 2025 (2024 figures following) Total 147 (196); office visit 124 (150); labs 4 (14); PT/INR 0 (3); telemedicine visits 6 (13); Physical exams 0 (1); skin clinic 13 (10); … more

Happy 4th of July Point Roberts!

A bevy of young ladies on a horse-drawn float in a home-grown parade in 1921. According to local historian Pauli DeHaan, it was one of the earliest parades and one of very few that took place until a … more
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