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Point Roberts Author Fest showcases local talent

Margot Griffiths was born and raised in Victoria, BC, where her story is set. She spent twenty years as a psychotherapist at The University of British Columbia and spent her … more

Ha Ha Cup winner 2016

The 2016 Ha Ha Cup winner was Debby Altow. Second and third place winners were, respectively, Teri Counts and Kris Lomedico. The annual event was held August 20. more

Maple Beach Regatta

The annual Maple Beach Regatta, held August 13, attracted a large and festive crowd. Photo by Louise Mugar more

Point Roberts Marina Salmon Derby winners

First and third place winners of the annual Point Roberts Marina Salmon Derby were, l., Scott Stuart (21 lbs) and Scott Harris (17.5 lbs). Second … more

Congresswoman lends an ear to Point Roberts

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene visited Point Roberts on Wednesday and spent an hour updating local residents on her work in Washington, D.C. and getting feedback to take with her as … more

B.C. Assembly member discusses threat to migratory flyway and impact on Point Roberts

By Meg Olson When Vicki Huntington came to speak at the Point Roberts Taxpayers’ Association annual general meeting, she came with a plea. “The … more

Trinity music camp performs "God with a Capital G!"

[slideshow_deploy id='5120'] Trinity Church summer music camp gave a fun and entertaining performance of God with a Capital G!, based on the story of Elijah, July 31 on the church … more

Cottages at Seabright Farm moves toward construction

The Cottages at Seabright Farm received its final plat approval by Whatcom County on August 8, meaning individual lots have been recorded as separate legal parcels. The development … more

Retired television professional creates Point Roberts TV

When Bennett Blaustein retired after a 30-year career in television and video production and moved to Point Roberts, he saw a way to put his skills to work for the … more

Fire chief discusses department's budget

Fire chief Christopher Carleton was the guest speaker at the August 15 meeting of the Point Roberts Taxpayers Association. Carleton shared information about the local fire … more

Fire department open house to be held this weekend

The Whatcom County Fire District 5 open house will bring together dozens of organizations that serve the community, with the fire department at its core. “This event allows the … more

Total burn ban on for Point Roberts

Point Roberts fire chief Christopher Carleton has announced that due to continued dry weather a full burn ban is in effect until further notice. No outdoor fires are permitted until the ban is … more

Soaking up the sun

A typical beach day in Point Roberts as seen from the vantage point of the lawn at South Beach House Restaurant. Photo by Louise Mugar more

Dock delays continue without end

By Meg Olson The Lighthouse Marine Park dock might get a month in the water this year, if ongoing delays to fixing the failed dock are resolved in coming … more

County places gravel pit proposal on hold

By Meg Olson A proposal to reactivate the Province Road gravel pit is on hold at the county waiting for a revised plan from applicant and property owner Jason … more

Park district places one-time measure on ballot

By Meg Olson Point Roberts Park and Recreation District commissioners have approved a ballot measure asking voters for up to $300,000 to make up a projected budget shortfall for the … more

New port of entry director visits PRCAC

Point Roberts port director George Gibson, who took over the position in April, addressed the Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee at its July 12 meeting. Gibson, who lives on … more

Architectural elements addressed

By Meg Olson The Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRCAC) met on July 23 with members of the character plan review committee to begin reviewing the proposed draft of the … more

A solution in search of a problem

By Meg Olson The Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRCAC) is reviewing four alternatives the county is proposing to address traffic concerns at two local … more

Taxpayers association AGM

Vicki Huntington, Member of B.C.’s Legislative Assembly, Delta South was the guest speaker at the Point Roberts Taxpayers Association annual general meeting on July 27, held at … more
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