http://allpointbulletin.com/news News RSS Feed http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-05-16_register_for_the_4th_of_july_parade It's time to gear up for the annual 4th of July parade. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-05-16_register_for_the_4th_of_july_parade http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-05-09_getting_the_commissioners_fired_up_to_give Library fundraising queen Judy Ross, center, attended the May 8 meeting of the fire district commissioners to drum up donations for a new library. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-05-09_getting_the_commissioners_fired_up_to_give http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-05-09_guest_editorial__are_our_courthouse_doors_closing_ Several years ago, judges statewide began urging the legislature for more stable funding for the trial courts so we could provide equal and accessible justice across our state. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-05-09_guest_editorial__are_our_courthouse_doors_closing_ http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_commissioner_says__take_foot_off_gas_pedal_ With monthly expenditures rising amid requests for more money, one fire commissioner is asking if the department needs to slow it down. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_commissioner_says__take_foot_off_gas_pedal_ http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_a_boundary_bay_sunrise____ http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_a_boundary_bay_sunrise____ http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_who_and_where_we_are The Whatcom County parks department has installed three of four interpretive signs at Lily Point Marine Park to help visitors better understand the cultural and natural history of the area. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_who_and_where_we_are http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_group_sends_recommendations_to_county In an unusual display of unanimity, the Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee has agreed to send three recommendations to improve Point Roberts roads to Whatcom County Executive Jack Louws. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_group_sends_recommendations_to_county http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_marine_explorations Lisa, Luke and Elizabeth take advantage of a sunny day April 24 to go exploring at Lily Point Marine Park. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_marine_explorations http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_more_water_costs_to_increase The Point Roberts water district is continuing to review what it charges residents for the services it provides. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_more_water_costs_to_increase http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_dhs_calls_for_feasibility_study__on_a_border_crossing_fee A proposal raising the possibility of border crossing fees that was buried in the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) 2014 budget request has sparked outrage and concern in border towns across the country. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_dhs_calls_for_feasibility_study__on_a_border_crossing_fee http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_richard_allen_at_community_center Local sculptor Richard Allenâs work is the focus of the current exhibit at the Gulf Road community center. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_richard_allen_at_community_center http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_delta_to_implement_testing_of_coal_emissions_from_roberts_banks A major concern of residents opposed to the proposed Gateway Pacific Terminal/Custer Spur project is the potential impact on their health and the environment. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_delta_to_implement_testing_of_coal_emissions_from_roberts_banks http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_around_the_point Point Roberts Hospital District superintendent Elaine Komusi said they are continuing to evaluate whether nurse practitioner Natalie Davidson is the right fit for the Point Roberts clinic. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_around_the_point http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_a_bit_of_local_history Resident Brad Olson reads interpretive historical panels recently installed at Lily Park. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_a_bit_of_local_history http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_keep_spot_on_a_leash_at_lily_point___avoid_a__74_ticket Due to numerous complaints regarding dogs running loose at Lily Point, Whatcom County Parks employees will begin writing $74 tickets for pet owners allowing their dogs to run loose. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_keep_spot_on_a_leash_at_lily_point___avoid_a__74_ticket http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_friends_of_the_library Stand up and be counted http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_friends_of_the_library http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_teachers_of_the_year_honored_by_blaine_school_district When Washington Governor Jay Inslee declared May 5-11 Teacher Appreciation Week, it's a fair bet to say Sheri Jansma and Kathy Swindler never thought they would be named the local exemplars of their profession. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_teachers_of_the_year_honored_by_blaine_school_district http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_don_t_forget_the_life_jackets Boating season has arrived and, as always, boaters are hoping for a memorable boating summer. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_don_t_forget_the_life_jackets http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_parks_to_put_measure_on_ballot The Point Roberts Parks and Recreation district will be going to the voters this November to ask for extra funding for repairs and improvements to infrastructure. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_parks_to_put_measure_on_ballot http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_jay_tomkus_visits_point_roberts On April 18, Jay Tomkus, congressional liaison for Suzan DelBene, visited Point Roberts to discuss fund raising for the new library. http://allpointbulletin.com/news/article.exm/2013-04-26_jay_tomkus_visits_point_roberts