All Point Bulletin News: Radio towers spark high wattage opposition

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Radio towers spark high wattage opposition

An overflow crowd of more than 60 people showed up at the community center Tuesday night to talk about a proposal to build five 150-foot high AM radio towers on a 10-acre parcel of land abutting Tyee Drive and McKenzie Way. If anyone attending was in favor of the idea, they kept their mouth well and truly shut.

To find out more about the meeting, read story.

Fire ban lifted countywide

Due to recent rain the Whatcom County Fire Marshal's Office lifted the restrictions for recreational fires in unincorporated Whatcom County effective as of August 16.

Land clearing and yard debris fires are still prohibited until further notice.

Recreational fires are fires that are less than 3 feet in diameter, burning only seasoned firewood or charcoal, and are built in an approved fire enclosure.

To find out the requirements for an approved enclosure and general outdoor burning information, please call the burn information line at 360/676-6934.

Violations of these burn restrictions can result in a minimum $250 fine. In addition, if you have an illegal fire that escapes or needs to be extinguished by the fire department, you may be held financially responsible for fire suppression costs.

If you have specific questions on open burning in Whatcom County, please contact the Whatcom County Fire Marshal's Office at 360/676-6907.

Always use extreme caution and follow all regulations when burning.

DelBene to speak at Taxpayers AGM

U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene will be the keynote speaker at the annual general meeting of the Point Roberts Taxpayers Association (PRTA).

"We are very excited to be able to welcome our new representative to Point Roberts on August 28," said association president Mark Robbins. "The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. with registration, socializing and PRTA business matters, followed by the congresswoman's keynote address plus questions and answers."

The event will take place at Brewster's Fine Foods. Appetizers are provided and there will be a cash bar.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Point Roberts Fire Department Open House: Saturday, August 24, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. Come support your local firefighters as they help you enjoy food, fire trucks, police cars, helicopters, a Coast Guard boat, fire safety house and more family fun. Info: 945-3473.

Joke Telling Contest: Saturday, August 24, 7 p.m., community center. Rules: Adults only (no kids in attendance), no bad words, no ethnic slurs. Come for an evening of laughter! First-prize winner will have their name put on the prestigious Ha-Ha Cup and displayed in the library for all to see!

Third Annual Seattle Medic One Alumni Party: Saturday, August 24, Kiniski's Reef Tavern, 1334 Gulf Road. Live music from Silver City at 9 p.m. Info: 945-4042.

FOPRL Labor Day Weekend Book Sale: Saturday, August 31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., community center. Novels, hardbacks, paperbacks, non-fiction, fancy books and collectibles. Kids' and teen books, cookbooks, art books, a few large-type and audio books, lots of DVDs and VHS tapes. Info: 945-6545.

MEETINGS AND ONGOING EVENTS

Neighborhood Hydrant Painting: Month of August. Personalize your neighborhood fire hydrants. The best hydrant will win a prize. Paint and supplies provided. Info: chief@wcfd5.com.

Summer Art Exhibit: Through September, community center. Art by local artist Savilla Kress. Info: Mark Robbins, mark.robbins@prodigy.net, Savilla Kress, info@savillacreations.com.

Point Roberts Homegrown Co-op Farm Stand: Fridays 3-6 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 1702 Benson Road. Info: prhomegrowncoop.com.

Saturday Morning Market: Saturdays through August 31, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., community center. Local vendors selling crafts, produce, etc. Info: saturdaymorningmarket@gmail.com.

Historical Society Poster Display: Saturdays through August 31, community center. Showcasing many archival photos from their collection. Info: historicalsociety@pointroberts.net.

Cemetery District: Tuesday, August 27, 5 p.m., 260 Tyee Drive.

PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, August 27, 7 p.m., community center.

Library Fundraising Committee: Wednesday, August 28, 1 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1880 A.P.A. Road.

Point Roberts Taxpayers Annual General Meeting: Wednesday, August 28, 6-8 p.m., Brewster's Fine Foods, 1379 Gulf Road. Renew your membership ($10) and join in the annual general meeting. Congresswoman Suzan DelBene will give a keynote address at 7 p.m. Info: jmurquhart@yahoo.com.

Point Roberts Clinic Hours: Mondays 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. For appointment, call 945-2580.

Free Taxi to Bellingham: Every Tuesday. Call 676-7433. Pick-up at Cordata. Info: 945-1640.

Knit Night at Point Roberts Library: Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Knitting, crocheting or other yarn crafts. Practice, advice, chat and hot drinks. For adults and grades 8-12. Info: 945-6545.

Point Roberts Writers Group: Second and fourth Tuesdays, community center. Info: 945-6545.

Wackie Walkers: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tuesdays, 8 a.m., Lighthouse Park. Info: Jim, 945-1934.

The "Law of Attraction" Discussion Group: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 7 p.m., community center. We use materials from Abraham/Hicks, Napoleon Hill, Migues Ruiz and more. Info: 945-5043.

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