The Plover is an 11-ton, 32-foot, 17-passenger foot ferry that sails for a one-way excursion cruise leaving Blaine Harbor Marina (Gate 2) and sailing around Semiahmoo Bay and Drayton Harbor. Starting from the Gate 2 dock, you pass through the working harbor to the breakwater to Semiahmoo Bay. Observe soaring eagles, Cormorants, harbor seals, great blue herons, a variety of waterfowl, and views of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains, White Rock, BC and the towering Mt. Baker across Drayton Harbor. Built in 1944, the MV Plover is the oldest foot passenger ferry in Washington with the shortest route. The Plover is made of cedar and fir and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Until 1964, the Plover was used to shuttle workers to the Alaska Packers Salmon Cannery on Semiahmoo Spit, now home to Semiahmoo Resort-Spa-Golf. In the late 19th century, the cannery was one of the largest salmon canneries in the world.
Operating Schedule
Days: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Departure Time: Hourly on the hour, starting at 12:00 PM
Departure Location: Gate 2, Blaine Harbor Marina Visitor's Dock
September Hours: Shifts to Saturdays only, from Noon to 5:30 PM
Adults (13 ): $9.00
Children (Ages 3–12): $4.00
Infants (Under 2):
Note: The historic MV Plover passenger ferry does not stop or pick up passengers on the Semiahmoo side anymore. It only departs from Blaine and then circles around the water views and returns back to Blaine
Dancing In The Moonlight
The final night of the four scheduled salsa dances in Memorial Park came to wonderful conclusion last evening.
The event draws more visitors to the waterfront every time a dance is hosted.
The organizers do a tremendous job, as a matter or fact let's work with the organizers to have more dances next summer.
A strong step forward for B.C.’s fish and seafood sector
Today’s renewed B.C. Fisheries Fund represents a joint $106.5-million investment from Canada and British Columbia over five years to help the sector grow, innovate and adapt to changing markets and environmental conditions.
The fund will support new technology and equipment, modern infrastructure, scientific partnerships and salmon habitat restoration, while putting a stronger focus on helping harvesters and processors reach new markets at home and around the world.
Yesterday I joined, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries and she announced the British Columbia Fisheries Fund (BCFF), with this joint Canada-British Columbia investment of $106.5 million over five years.
The BCFF builds on the success of the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF), and will continue to support the conservation and recovery of wild Pacific salmon. Wild Pacific salmon are woven into the economy and the culture of coastal and Indigenous communities across British Columbia. Protecting the habitat they depend on, remains central to the work the BCFF will support. Projects funded through BCFF will build on BCSRIF’s work to restore and enhance salmon habitat to support British Columbia’s fish and seafood sector.
Market development and diversification for the commercial fishing sector is a new pillar in this Fish Fund renewal, and responds directly to what the sector is saying: reaching new markets is essential to competitive and resilient fisheries.
The Fund is built on four pillars. To be eligible, projects must align with at least one of the following areas:
Innovation – develop new products, processes, technologies or equipment that improve productivity, competitiveness, sustainability or market access in the sector;
Infrastructure – adopt, adapt or install new processes, technologies or equipment that improve productivity, competitiveness, sustainability or market access in the sector;
Scientific partnerships – improve knowledge or adaptive capacity in response to ecosystem changes and their impacts on commercial fisheries;
Market development and diversification – contribute to expanding market access and diversification, both within Canada and internationally, by reducing the impact of trade barriers while supporting growth in the value of British Columbia seafood products.
August 21, 2026
Former White Rock Little Leaguer - Rocks The Major Leagues
"Tugboat" pitching for White Rock Little League World Series 2015
Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson who pitched for the team from White Rock that won the Little League World Series made finally made his major league debut the other night.
WILKINSON bounced around semi pro leagues before being drafted by the Cleveland Indians system. Back in May WILKINSON was traded to the San Fransisco Giants in a major league player swap.
The San Francisco Giants' season may be lost at sea, as they are nowhere near being a postseason contender as we approach September. However, they got rescued a bit by a steamship on Wednesday.
Left-handed pitcher Matt Wilkinson, affectionately known as 'Tugboat' because of his 'well-rounded' physique, made his debut against his former club, the Cleveland Guardians.
Wilkinson tossed two scoreless innings, allowing only one hit with no strikeouts or walks, which aided in the Giants' 1-0 win over the Guardians. During his appearance, Wilkinson showed poise on the pitcher's mound at Progressive Field.
It’s official: Peace Arch News is 50 years old
While their golden anniversary – marking the day PAN’s first edition hit the stands on Feb. 10, 1976 – passed earlier this year without obvious fanfare, the milestone’s significance has anything but faded for those who have helped fill its pages, both now and in decades past.
You can find a new story online every morning from Aug. 20 to Aug. 30.
The Beer Shack? Food Court at Semiahmoo Mall? Wherever you have solved all of White Rock's problems, we want to hear from you!
The City is looking for community input as it works on the 2027 Budget, and this is a great opportunity to share what matters most to you and your family.
What should be a priority? What services or investments are important to our community? Your feedback can help shape the conversation around Budget 2027.
Criminal Code charges have been sworn against a man following a Surrey Police Service (SPS) investigation into an alleged sexual assault of a female youth that occurred on August 9, 2026.
On August 9, 2026, SPS Frontline officers responded to a report of a sexual assault in Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim, a female youth, who advised she had been groped by an adult male. The male suspect then fled the scene. Link to previous news release: Police Seek Public’s Help to Identify Sexual Assault Suspect | Surrey Police.
On August 12, 2026, SPS put out a public appeal with photos of the suspect. A man matching the description of the suspect was identified and arrested later that day.
On August 13, 2026, the BC Prosecution Service approved two Criminal Code charges, one count each of sexual assault and sexual interference, against Jagendar Kurana, a 40-year-old male.
Jagendar Kurana is awaiting a bail hearing and has been remanded until his next scheduled court appearance on August 17, 2026.
Air Fair at the Langley Regional Airport
Adventure awaits at the 2026 Air Fair! Bring your family and friends and join us at the Langley Regional Airport (YNJ) for a memorable day of free, family-friendly exploration. Get up close to aircraft on display, learn about airport operations, and enjoy a festival atmosphere with entertainment, exhibitors, and a local market.
Saturday, August 29, 2026 10am to 5pm
Langley Regional Airport (YNJ) - 5385 216 Street Free Admission.
Pets, except for service animals, as well as scooters and bikes are not permitted.
Please note for this event, all aircraft are grounded and on display. There is not an "air show" featuring flying aircraft.
Event is rain or shine.
And yes there will be a car show as part of the day long fun!
I recently discovered this wonderful beat the heat summer drink while dining @ Zapoteca Mexican Cantina on our waterfront/East Beach
The most straightforward version of this mocktail is to use ginger beer.
Ingredients
2 ounces brewed hibiscus tea
4 to 6 ounces ginger beer
½ ounce (1 tablespoon) fresh lemon or lime juice
To make hibiscus tea, place 3 -4 tablespoons of hibiscus flowers in a pot and pour a quart of hot water over the leaves. Let it sit for an hour and strain.)
NOTE: I buy my hibiscus flowers at the Mexican food store GUERRO on the one way Fraser Highway in Langley. You can also order on Amazon or even better fill up a plastic bag next time you are in a Mexican food store in Mexico. Dirt cheap that way.
A bag will last you for a couple of years.
Directions
(MADE WITH STORE-BOUGHT GINGER BEER)
1 Brew hibiscus tea, and allow it to cool to room temperature, or store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
2 Combine two ounces of hibiscus tea and the lemon (or lime) juice into the bottom of an 8-ounce (or larger) glass. Add ice cubes, and then top with ginger beer. Serve with lemon slices as a garnish.
Happening this morning.
Grab a cuppa and join us round the soulful fire for a whimsical, empowering chitchat.
Creating with Whimsy | Allowing imagination to lead us somewhere unexpected.
SoulFull Sessions LIVE | Sunday, August 23 | 10:30 a.m. PT
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Creating with Whimsy | Allowing imagination to lead us somewhere unexpected. 
Relive maritime history / 
Live music / 
Food trucks galore / Free admission
August 23 | 11am–6pm | 
