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Cascadia Rising drill brings Blackhawk to Point Roberts

Photos by Mark Robbins Point Roberts was one of five stops in remote communities in San Juan, Island and Whatcom County where this Washington National Guard UH-60 … more

2016 Fourth of July parade application

It's time to submit your application for this year's Fourth of July parade, themed "On the Salish Sea." Applications may be submitted by mail, email, phone or in person at Blue Heron Gallery. Find … more

Gravel project raises questions

Whatcom County will take public comment for another week on a proposal to reactivate the gravel pit off Roosevelt Road. The 50-acre property, owned by Lori and … more

Anglers can fish for free June 11-12

Each year, thousands of Washingtonians go fishing – legally – without a license on “Free Fishing Weekend,” scheduled for June 11-12. During those two days, no license will be … more

Parks board considering off-leash areas

By Meg Olson Point Roberts Parks and Recreation District commissioners are looking at options to create an off leash area or hours at Baker Field, after the crackdown by local … more

County to review solid waste service on Point

By Meg Olson With the county health department assuming oversight of solid waste operations last year, staff members have decided to launch a comprehensive review of garbage and … more

NEXUS hours extend

NEXUS Hours U.S. Customs and Border Protection will extend hours for the NEXUS lane for the summer from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Starting Saturday, May 28, the … more

Walk on the left side

As spring heads towards summer, and greater numbers of people are out walking and running on Point Roberts roads, it’s time to review the proper way to do it. No, it’s not the … more

Homeopath to cease practicing

By Meg Olson Annelle Norman will comply with a cease-and-desist order from the state and discontinue her homeopathic practice in Point Roberts, after a state investigation determined … more

Fire district responds to complaints arising from aftermath of fire

By Meg Olson “I give you my word, the appropriate conversations have happened,” fire chief Christopher Carleton told Kenneth Calder, who had questioned the fire district last … more

Dock installation at Lighthouse Marine Park may be delayed

Whatcom County Parks and Recreation has selected Lynden engineering firm Reichhardt and Ebe to design changes to the boardwalk at Lighthouse Marine Park. “We are going to look at … more

Wake My Day Cafe

Opening soon! Wake My Day Cafe is located on the barge at the Point Roberts Marina. Photo by Louise Mugar more

As the son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a son of a sailor

By Pat Grubb Garry Roberts, a direct descendant of Lieutenant Henry Roberts, recently learned that Point Roberts had been named after his … more

Students design fire truck signs

Students and staff from the Point Roberts Primary School created magnetic signs that will adorn fire equipment this summer. Since 2013, the local fire department … more

Students score higher

Sixth graders in Blaine school district are half a grade level ahead of the average American sixth grader, according to a study by researchers from Stanford University. The New York … more

Garden tour to be held June 26

In response to a warm spring, the Point Roberts Garden Club has moved its biennial garden tour up to a June date. The nine-garden tour will take place on Sunday, … more

Dynamic duo offering essential oils

Offering the Young Living essential oil collection, local residents Patti Hacker and Kelly Alphenaar are hosting classes to teach people how to use the … more

Reading is its own reward

“Reading is its own reward” is the message for the 2016 summer reading program at the Point Roberts library. There are programs for kids, teens and adults, all … more

Character plan committee gives OK

The Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRCAC), acting in its role as the character plan review committee, gave their approval to plans for pool house buildings that will be part of the … more

Sheriff's Report May 2016

April 18, 3:28 p.m.: Theft cold call on McKenzie Way. April 19, 10:37 a.m.: Alarm hold up on Gulf Road. April 19, 1:46 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Madrona … more
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