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Memorial for Stan Riffle to be held on February 21

MEMORIAL for STAN RIFFLE Wednesday, February 21 at 1 p.m. PR Fire Hall, 2030 Benson Road Everyone welcome. Point Roberts' resident, Stan Riffle, passed away … more

2/8/18 04:26 PM

Property tax rates for 2018 released – prepare to pay more

By Pat Grubb Whatcom County Assessor Keith Willnauer was bang on when he recently advised that county taxpayers could expect a hefty … more

2/8/18 02:43 PM

Community rallies to help local resident

By Meg Olson This week a jewel-encrusted toilet will begin its migration around the Point, the beginning of a multi-pronged fundraising effort to help longtime … more

2/8/18 12:53 PM

Pinky Vargas will run for state senate seat

By Stefanie Donahue Bellingham city councilmember Pinky Vargas announced that she will run for state senate in the 42nd legislative district, a position currently held by Doug … more

2/1/18 06:42 PM

Circle of Care holds first annual meeting

The Point Roberts Circle of Care organization held its first annual general meeting on January 24 at Trinity Church community hall. Co-founder and president of the board of trustees Chris Cameron led … more

1/26/18 05:44 PM

Park district to seek grants

Trail users have taken to building informal bridges across the wet areas on the trail system. Photo by Bennett Blaustein The Point Roberts park and recreation district is looking for grant … more

1/26/18 05:42 PM

Love the Point?

Show your love for the Point with a Valentine’s day cleanup of local roads. The Whatcom County Health Department and CanDo Recycling and Refuse will co-sponsor a community cleanup from 10 … more

1/26/18 05:38 PM

Dollars for Scholars accepting applications

Local students headed for post secondary studies or continuing their education are invited to apply for scholarships from Point Roberts Dollars for Scholars. The application period for 2018 … more

1/26/18 05:37 PM

Westwind expands

^ Mark Pondelick. Photo by Meg Olson Westwind Marine owners Mark and Tami Pondelick have added local yacht brokerage Steele-A-Weigh Yachts to their business, continuing to add services for local … more

1/26/18 05:35 PM

Golf Course returns to glory

A rainbow is an omen of good luck for the golf course’s re-opening. By Meg Olson The golf course is set to reopen in the spring, restored to its former glory and renamed as Bald Eagle Golf Club at … more

1/26/18 05:27 PM

Best Time RV to move to 79 Tyee Drive; water board looking for new digs

79 Tyee Drive, soon to be ex-home of the Point Roberts water district and new home to Best Time RV. Photo by Pat Grubb By Meg Olson The Point Roberts water district is looking for a new home … more

1/26/18 05:24 PM

Conflicting tsunami warnings create community confusion

A tsunami warning was issued to residents of coastal British Columbia and Washington after an earthquake struck south of Kodiak, Alaska at 1:31 a.m. on January 23. Social media pages were … more

1/26/18 05:22 PM

District to offer homecare visits

Hospital commissioner Candace Harper, l., fire commissioner Virginia Lester and fire chief Christopher Carleton listen to hospital commissioner Robin Nault. Photo by Pat Grubb By Meg Olson The Point … more

1/26/18 05:15 PM

District placing construction levy on April special election

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine school district will send a $12 million, six-year levy to voters in April to rebuild, repair and replace facilities throughout the school district. Blaine … more

1/26/18 05:07 PM

Puberty getting you down?

Puberty, social issues and decision-making are among the many topics to be discussed at two events for preteens and families in March, hosted by PeaceHealth Medical Group Pediatrics. The … more

1/26/18 05:06 PM

Lack of money means no new playground at park

By Meg Olson Delays and higher than expected costs will mean a later opening for the boardwalk at Lighthouse Marine Park and the elimination of plans for new playground … more

1/26/18 04:59 PM

Expect to get pounded with taxes, says county assessor

By Pat Grubb Property owners should expect a sizable jump in their 2018 tax bill that will arrive in their mailboxes around mid-February. Much of the increase can be … more

1/26/18 04:44 PM

School board to consider capital projects levy

By Oliver Lazenby The Blaine School District board of directors will consider asking voters to pass a $12 million capital levy at its next meeting, on Monday, January … more

1/11/18 04:25 PM

“Pretty cool” response to hospital survey

By Pat Grubb So far, over 140 residents of Point Roberts have completed an online survey conducted by the Point Roberts Hospital District. Speaking at the district’s regular … more

1/4/18 06:59 PM

Around the Point

AVT Consulting LLC, on behalf of owner NX Holdings Inc., has submitted a conditional use permit application to Whatcom County seeking approval to expand the In Out Parcel building at 145 Tyee Drive. … more

12/22/17 02:54 PM