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WCLS closes buildings to public

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) closed its buildings to the public on November 23, exactly three weeks after opening for in-person services since March. Curbside pickup, drive-up WiFi and … more

School district grapples with health guideline

The Whatcom County Health Department has revised its recommendations on phasing students into middle and high schools on November 18, leaving the Blaine school district scrambling as sixth and ninth … more

Auntie Pam's holiday gifts

Auntie Pam’s Country Store has a large selection of holiday gift items - knit hats, cashmere scarves, Point Roberts T-shirts, and gemstone jewelry. Don’t miss the big Black Friday sale on … more

Circle of Care raffle tickets

All quiet on the Garbage Front

The question of curbside trash pickup service levels has been put to rest, at least for a few months. Whatcom County Council agreed on November 10 to withdraw an ordinance sponsored by Foothills … more

Point Roberts continues to vote blue bigtime

For the first time since 1998, both 42nd District state representative positions have been won by Democrat candidates. Blaine councilwoman Alicia Rule overcame Republican incumbent Luanne Van … more

Q&A: How rates are set for Cando

Recent discussions on social media outlets such as NextDoor have shown many residents and property owners do not know how rates and service levels are determined for solid waste handlers such as … more

Letters to the Editor – December 2020

The Editor: An abundance of thanks to Sheena Durflinger, Tracey Aiken, Linda Hughes, Dina Lynka and many, many more volunteers who made the Point Roberts community a Halloween event not to be … more

Whidbey Telecom asks community to write support letters

As Whidbey Telecom continues to look for funding sources to extend the fiber network to more Point Roberts addresses, they are asking the community to help them make their case. The company is … more

Hope remains for two deputies

Point Roberts will likely keep its two resident deputies after a split county council voted to reverse a potential cut of one position. At a November 12 budget meeting, Whatcom County Council … more

Around the Point – December 2020

For those residents who want to continue to leave the rock by ferry, there is some good news. Funding for ferry operations was expected to dry up by the end of the year. However, according to Rob … more

County approves zoning changes

Whatcom County Council has unanimously approved changes to Point Roberts zoning regulations recommended by the Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRCAC). The only two speakers at the … more

Church News – December 2020

This weekend we’re decorating for Christmas: Putting up and lighting a tree, hanging stockings, etc. We don’t decorate outdoors because the landlord, who lives next door, is an eccentric … more

Point Roberts' first Christmas lights contest

Get your twinkle on for Point Roberts’ first Christmas lights contest. Entrants will be featured on a map, creating a self-guided tour of displays for the community to enjoy. On December 20, … more

Sheriff's Report – December 2020

November 1, 9:25 a.m.: Welfare check on Johnson and Mill roads. November 1, 10:36 a.m.: Assist agency cold call on Victoria Way. November 1, 1:03 p.m.: Serve papers on South Beach … more

Coming Up – December 2020

PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, December 1. TBD. PR Circle of Care Annual Swag Fundraiser: Pre-order by Wednesday, December 2 at 5 p.m. and pick-up Friday, December 5 between 12-2 p.m. Call … more

Library quick picks – December 2020

Bestsellers: Washington Black Esi Edugyan The Cold Millions Jess Walter The Consequences of Fear Jacqueline Winspear Dark Sky C.J. Box   Movies: Amulet Carla Juri All … more

CBP leadership allegedly detained more Iranian travelers than thought, covered up actions

A joint press release from the Council on American Islamic Relations Washington (CAIR) and the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) released November 17 alleges that local CBP leadership not … more
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