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Church news: January

We believe that the purpose of a congregation, beyond worshiping God, is to be a loving, helpful, welcoming place of good will for all (regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, religious … more

In the Garden: January

Happy New Year! The winter solstice has come and gone, as have the traditional fall holidays. The blustery dark days of winter are here, with rain and frost and occasional snow: the days of … more

People of the Point: Q&A

What is your new year's resolution? (F rom owners and employees at Point Roberts businesses.) more

Sheriff's reports: January issue

December 3, 8:47 a.m.: Assist agency cold call on Kilarney Place. December 5, 3:15 p.m.: Drugs on Gulf Road. December 7, 1:22 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Benson Road. December 11, 8:32 … more

Crossings: January

Border crossings for September and October 2024 (2023 figures following) September: Personal vehicles 61,052 (62,259); trucks 558 (537); buses 38 (32); pedestrians 1,011 (1,058) October: … more

Library quick picks - January

Bestsellers: Midnight and Blue………………………Ian Rankin Now or … more

Year in review: Point Roberts Registered Voters Association

Every year the Point Roberts Registered Voters Association (PRRVA) aims to encourage people not only to vote but to be educated voters. We continue to facilitate ‘meet the candidate’ … more

County discusses comprehensive plan figures

Blaine and Birch Bay residents attended a Whatcom County Planning Commission work session on December 12, as the county and city representatives move toward updating the comprehensive plan. … more

Whatcom County comprehensive plan survey

Whatcom County is requesting public input on its 2025 comprehensive plan update that will shape the county’s planning goals and policies for the next 20 years. The survey will be available … more

Girls bowling wins big, basketball stumbles in conference openers

In the final week of games before the Northwest Conference season pauses for winter break, the Borderites had a great showing on the wrestling mat and bowling alley, but not so much on the court. … more

Whatcom County filling committee, commission and board positions

People looking to have an impact on county government are in luck. Whatcom County Council and county executive Satpal Sidhu are accepting applicants to more than 30 boards, commissions and … more

Year in review: Whatcom County Sheriffs Office

As I reflect on the past year, I am proud of the accomplishments and milestones achieved by the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) in serving Point Roberts. Deputy Leach continues his specialty … more

Local resident arrested on child pornography charges

(Editor's Note: Reporting on this story was delayed due to a hacking attack on Washington state's court reporting system.) Point Roberts resident Morgan Shane Bernd, 55, was arrested October 30 … more

Blaine winter sports preview: New coaches, teams start season

With the first frost of the year arriving, so too is the Blaine high school winter sports season. There are plenty of (relatively) new faces this season, with athletic director Chas Kok taking the … more

County to hold public comp plan meeting

The Whatcom County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on December 12 regarding the upcoming comprehensive plan update, and is inviting the public to attend the crucial meeting. The … more

Port of Bellingham approves 2025 budget

The Port of Bellingham has approved its 2025 budget without a one percent property tax levy despite the revenue hurdles it faces. Port commissioners approved a $36.7 million operating and … more

County Council approves biennial budget, enacts property tax hike

Whatcom County Council approved the 2025-26 biennial budget in a 4-3 vote on November 19, increasing the tax bill for property owners by roughly 2.7 percent in unincorporated parts of the county, and … more

Point by the Numbers

Point Roberts health clinic numbers for October 2024 (2023 figures): Total 266 (217, increase of 23%); office visit 139 (98); labs 31 (10); PT/INR 2 (0); telemedicine visit 16 (25); Physical … more
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