Ellington

'He's still alive'

Cd'A man swims out to save osprey battered by Canada geese

CDA man rescues osprey

Vital Ground preserves grizzly land

Vital Ground, Yellowstone to Yukon Conserve 129 Acres in Key Bull River Wildlife Corridor

Please, people, pray and check your facts

This is in response to the letter urging the Trump sign be taken down (Bonners Ferry Herald, July 20, 2023).

From the Archives - July 27, 2023

This Week in History - 50 years ago - 1973: "A fire broke out in a timbered area on Mission Hill, three miles west of Bonners Ferry Monday afternoon, and burned over 90 acres of Kootenai Tribal lands.

Boundary County Court Records — July 27

Boundary County Court Records for the Week of July 27.

Pearl Theater receives Innovia Grant

The Historic Pearl Theater is a recipient of a $20,000 grant from Innovia and the Equinox Foundation. The grant will go to expanding artistic impact in Boundary County for the 2023-24 season.

Library to create 'new adult' book section after book reconsideration

Boundary County Library will be creating a new adult section for books aimed at readers 18 to 25 and that explore more adult themes than young adult books. The section will be located upstairs.

BCL receives grant for summer robotics

Boundary County Library received a grant from the Idaho Stem Action Center and has been able to offer a summer robotics program.

This Week in History - July 27, 2023

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill and From Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

Russell 'Russ' Everett Rosco, 87

Russell Everett Rosco passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at the age of 87.

Boundary County Fair coming Aug. 8

The Boundary County Fair will return August 8 thru 12 with the theme "Sew it, grow it, show it."

Porthill POE will keep expanded hours

Risch criticizes decision, calls for hours to return to pre-pandemic levels

The Porthill port of entry is among those that will keep its expanded hours after an analysis by U.S. Customs and Border Protection which had temporarily lengthened hours at six ports of entry this spring, including the Idaho POE. "After a thorough analysis of the data, CBP is announcing its decision on the permanent hours at these ports of entry," officials said in a Wednesday press release.

Local kayaking duo breaks record and inducted to elite club

Boundary County kayaking duo and life partners Josh Friedman and Julie Kirk not only beat their best race time at the Yukon River Quest, a 444-mile race on the Yukon River, they also made history by being inducted into the Yukon River Quest Great River Club.

BCSD giving away TVs and more

Boundary County School District is giving away old TVs, VHS/DVD players as well as TV wall mounts. They can be picked up at the District Office Monday thru Thursday between the hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sign should read 'Welcome To Common Sense Country'

I would like to thank Ken Carpenter for his many years of service to our community. Yes, the pro-Trump billboard needs to be changed. Common sense values have always been our hallmark.

Alice Yvonne Hinthorn, 83

Alice Yvonne Hinthorn, 83, of Copeland, Idaho, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023, at Sunset Home in Bonners Ferry.

Boundary County Calendar - July 27- Aug. 3, 2023

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

Kind deed will be paid forward

I would like to give a real loud shout-out to someone in the Bonners Ferry community.

Family filled with gratitude, thanks for rescue effort

Words fail to express the magnitude of respect and gratitude that we have for all that were involved in the rescue efforts to find my husband, Chet Savage, when he went missing on a hike last Wednesday.

Only property owners get to decide when to remove sign

It's time for the billboard to be changed, says one of the local residents and Trump haters in last week's Herald. Well, I disagree. The correct time to remove the billboard identifying this as "Trump country" is when the owner of the sign wants it removed, not a minute before.

Kootenai River Run sees 169 participants

169 participants crossed the finish line at the Kootenai River Run/Walk on Saturday, July 22, 2023. The event, part of the Kootenai River Days, raises funds for scholarships for Bonners Ferry High School scholar-athletes who have been active in cross country or track.

Hope House and Rotary sponsor supplies to Ukraine front lines

Hope House of Boundary County and Bonners Ferry Rotary are going forces to collect humanitarian supplies for a war torn front-line region in Ukraine.

Jam packed Kootenai River Days

Another packed week of Kootenai River Days is in the books after seeing new additional events.

Legals for July, 27 2023

Lost Boundary County man found safe

A Boundary County man reported missing Wednesday afternoon has been located. No additional information on the condition of the missing man, Chet Savage, 78, or where he was found was released by Idaho State Police.

Patriot Front members found guilty

After about an hour of deliberation, a six-person jury unanimously voted to convict five members of the Patriot Front on the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the peace.

Ongoing search for missing man in Cow Creek

On Wednesday the Boundary County Sheriff's Office received a report of missing man in the Cow Creek area.

Tackling tax complexity for Idaho's small businesses

Small businesses drive our economy, and are particularly essential to Idaho’s economy. More than 99 percent of Idaho’s businesses are small businesses, employing over 347,000 Idahoans and spurring local innovation. Therefore, Congress must extend and build on tax relief that emboldens these economic engines to grow U.S. jobs, manufacturing here at home and higher wages for hardworking families.

Boundary County Calendar - July 20-27, 2023

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

This Week in History - July 20, 2023

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill and From Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

From the Archives — July 20, 2023

In April 1923, plans were being made to build a one story addition adjoining the First National Bank on the north. With the addition, members of the Bonners Ferry Masonic lodge were interested in the plan to construct a second story for lodge quarters.

The North fastpitch softball teams have winning weekend in Cd'A, Post Falls

The North’s 16U and 14U fastpitch softball teams had two wins each in tournaments in Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene.

Introducing: Dr. Temple

Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic is welcoming back a familiar face, Dr. Sierra Temple.

Curreri takes second at local PGA event

Bonners Ferry fifth grader Gabriella Curreri finished second at the local Drive, Chip and Putt, a PGA event for kids.

School board trustee vacancy announced

Boundary County School District’s Zone 3 trustee position is vacant as of July 17, with Niki Weaver announcing she is moving out of state and vacating the seat.

Sherry Marie Cromwell-Dunham, 59

Sherry Cromwell-Dunham passed away on June 9, 2023.

It’s time for the billboard to be changed

It is time to think about our wonderful county’s reputation. Common sense, conservative Republicans have turned it into the best place to live in the whole world. They have done their best to make sure it stays that way.

Boundary County adult softball wins inaugural all-star series

Boundary County won the inaugural men’s all-star series between the Boundary and Bonner County adult softball leagues

Bleacher donations opening soon

Boundary County School District is accepting donations for the new bleachers and grandstands at Mendenhall Stadium at the Bonners Ferry High School.

Lost huckleberry picker found on Tuesday

Boundary County Search and Rescue was activated Monday evening, July 17 , around 7 p.m. to respond to a call of a missing woman in the Bethlehem area of Camp Nine Road in north Boundary County.

High school grandstand demolished with help from alumni

After several decades of use, the bleachers and grandstands at Mendenhall Stadium on the Bonners Ferry High School and Boundary County Middle School campus have been demolished.

Boundary County Court Records--- July 20

Boundary County Court Records for the Week of July 20.

Motorcycle rally riding into town

The first-ever 2 The Border Motorcycle Rally, an all-rider event to Jake’s Landing at Porthill is coming at the end of July. For three days, July 28 to July 30 motorcyclists will be meeting up at the northern border to camp, meet up and ride.

Jury finds local man guilty of lewd conduct with minor

A jury found a local man guilty Thursday of lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16.

Legals for July, 20 2023

Containment nears on Bee Top Fire

Additional resources diverted to Consalus Fire

With containment of the Bee Top Fire approaching 90%, control of the fire is being returned to Idaho Panhandle National Forests officials. Over on the Consalus Fire, the lightning-caused blaze inched upward to 444 acres and some of the resources from the Bee Top are being diverted to the Pend Oreille County fire.

Missing huckleberry picker found

Boundary County Search and Rescue was activated Monday evening, July 17 , around 7 p.m. to respond to a call of a missing woman in the Bethlehem area of Camp Nine Road in north Boundary County.

Patriot Front trial starts today

Five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial this week for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park.

Study: Idaho tops in rising home values

Housing prices climb from 2016

Best of Boundary County voting deadline Friday

It's not too late to vote for the Best Of Boundary County. Voting closes on Friday, July 21 at 11:59 p.m.

XC Car Wash July 21

Bonners Ferry High School Cross Country team’s annual car wash and bake sale is Friday, July 21, at the Boundary County Middle School.

Three die in train-vehicle collision

Three people have died after a collision between a vehicle and a train near the intersection of W. Selle and N. Boyer roads, according to Idaho State Police.

Washington man wanted for manslaughter arrested

A Washington man wanted for first-degree manslaughter has been caught in Idaho and will be extradited to his home state to be prosecuted.

Pair: Recall about politics, not kids

An upcoming recall is a partisan attempt to oust conservative politicians from office, according to pair of West Bonner County School District board trustees. The comments are part of written rebuttals submitted to the county clerk's office by WBCSD board chairman Keith Rutledge and vice chair Susan Brown as they prepare for an Aug. 29 recall election. Residents in western Bonner County launched the recall drive in mid-June, following increasingly contentious board meetings after the board mulled selling Priest River Middle School and Branden Durst, a former policy analyst with the Idaho Freedom Foundation, was announced as a superintendent finalist.

First Ever 2 The Border – Motorcycle Rally in Boundary County

Are you ready to get the Harley out to North Idaho this July?

Jeremy Michael Gross

Jeremy Michael Gross passed away on November 20, 2022, in Moyie Springs, Idaho.

Boundary County Excellence: Local shares experience from Legislative Page Program

Recent Bonners Ferry High School graduate Trew Lammers got a view of the legislative session that only a few people get to see.

Kootenai River Run returns with local scholarships

Supporting graduating runners with scholarships while providing healthy, family fun in Bonners Ferry.

Kootenai River Run returns and continues to support our Badger graduates with scholarships for their excellence in school and participation in cross country and track.

NIC announces spring dean's list

North Idaho College recently announced its dean’s list for the spring semester of 2023. Students eligible for the NIC dean’s list must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and obtain a grade point average of 3.75 or above.

Boundary County Court Records---July 13

Boundary County Court Records for the Week of July 13.

Schuman bids for Sheriff

David Schuman has announced his bid for Boundary County sheriff for the 2024 election. He will run as a Republican.

The North 14U achieves first program win, plans for another team

The North 14U dominates Krushers in first game of doubleheader.

Trio opens Bonners Ferry Craft Brews

Bonners Ferry Craft Brews aims to bring back the neighborhood bar and community setting at the former Crosstime Saloon.

Olaf Lethrud, 93

Olaf Lethrud, 90, passed away at Kootenai Health on July 3, 2023.

Unsolved fires causing worries, fears in community

I am writing as a concerned citizen to express my deep worry and frustration regarding the recent cases of arson in our beloved town of Naples that have gone unsolved. As someone who takes pride in our community and its people, it is disheartening to see such criminal acts occur without justice being served.

From the Archives — July 13, 2023

"Stan and Georgia DeHart have commissioned Bonners Ferry artist Bette Myers to create oil paintings of early settlers and early-day prominent Boundary County citizens. Bette has completed three paintings, Harry and Osmond Plato and Doc Fry."

This Week In History - July 13, 2023

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill and From Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

Boundary County Calendar - July 13-20, 2023

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

IRS should stay out of the tax preparation business

In May, the IRS released a report on the feasibility of the IRS preparing and filing tax returns.

Boundary Ambulance Service sets levy town hall meetings

Boundary Ambulance Service is hosting two town hall meetings next week to inform community members on the services they provide and what they need to continue services.

Kootenai River Days fun ahead

From street dances and corn hole tournaments to an annual fun run, there’s any number of fun activities on tap as Kootenai River Days 2023 comes to town next week

College Notebook: Bonner and Boundary county athletes excelled on campus this past semester

Athletes from all over North Idaho are making an impact in collegiate athletics.

Crews continue to fight area fires

Bit by bit, fire crews fighting a pair of local fires are gaining ground over the wildfires.

Legals for July, 13 2023

Legals for July, 13 2023

Bonner board chair fires back during town hall meeting

As he fights to remain a school trustee, West Bonner board chairman Keith Rutledge reiterated his support of new superintendent Branden Durst, and pointed to current problems he’s trying to correct with student performance and school culture.

Boat show motoring into town

Area residents will have a chance to see classic and vintage wooden boats when the annual Sandpoint Boat Show sails into town this weekend. As in past years, dozens of wooden boats line the Sandpoint marina and Sandpoint Boardwalk. The boats will begin docking Friday, with a boat show and parade set for Saturday. Boaters will spend Sunday exploring the lake.

West Bonner trustees discuss November levy proposal

Will students hear the sounds of dribbling basketballs or enthusiastic cheerleaders or the spike of volleyballs next school year? West Bonner School Board trustees continue searching for solutions in the wake of their failed May election, when voters rejected the district’s two-year $9.4 million supplemental levy proposal.

Governor's Leading Idaho initiative funds local airport improvements

Governor Brad Little’s "Leading Idaho" initiative recently funded snow-removal equipment improvements of $200,000 at the Bonners Ferry Airport in Boundary County, ID.

Day of fun with Hope House

Hope House of Boundary County is hosting a free event Thursday July 13 at the Boundary County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

SLL All-stars headed to District 1 championship

Sandpoint to face CDA in District 1 championship.

Moyie Zone change and code meeting July 12

The city is hosting another hearing Wednesday, July 12 to discuss proposed changes to zoning changes and city codes scheduled. The meeting will be held at City Hall.

Badger Spirit Camp registration due

Let’s get a little bit rowdy, at Badger Spirit Camp.

North Idaho College remains under show cause

North Idaho College remains accredited for the time being, though its show cause status has been extended and the college will remain under “heightened monitoring.”

Boundary County Calendar — July 6-13, 2023

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

From the Archives — July 6, 2023

This Week in History ~ 100 years ago ~ "A flag pole is being erected on the courthouse grounds. The flag pole was donated to the county by the Bonners Ferry Lumber Company."

Local blood drive July 11, 22

Vitalant Blood Drive returns to Bonners Ferry Tuesday July 11 and Saturday July 22.

Bonners Ferry Family and Friends Night with Spokane Indians

Forget the peanut gallery, grab the wife and kids, even a friend of a friend, and come on down to see the Spokane Indians play on Bonners Ferry friends and families night at Avista Stadium on July 8.

Independence Day, booming success

The Bonners Ferry Independence Day parade and festivities saw another successful year.

Charges declined in alleged BCRCC meeting assault

The Bonner County Prosecutor’s Office has declined prosecution of an alleged assault at the March Boundary County Republican Central Committee meeting.

Badger summer softball wins big at opener

Badger summer softball wins big against Priest River in the season opener.

Avista implements fire prevention plan

Fire Safety Mode increases line sensitivity for summer

Help democracy work, open Idaho's primaries

Remember when then U.S. Rep. Raúl “Nobody Dies” Labrador said that nobody dies from not having health insurance? We, the voters, then passed Medicaid expansion through the citizens' initiative process and put that self-serving myth to rest.

Boundary County Court Records — July 6

Boundary County Court Records for the week of July 6.

Independence Day

The Fourth of July is the fundamental American holiday. It gives us an opportunity to spend time with loved ones in beautiful places across our great State and nation and celebrate the honor it is to be an American with shared unalienable rights.

This Week in History — July 6, 2023

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill and From Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

Randy Siver

Randy Siver recently passed away.

Viola J. LaVoie Engert Sims

Viola J. LaVoie Engert Sims passed on Monday, April 10, 2023.

Timothy Scott Saunders, 62

Timothy Scott Saunders, 62, recently passed away.

Jensen couple celebrates 60th anniversary

Doug and Lucy Jensen, of Bonners Ferry, ID, celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary.

Kudos to JB's Les Schwab staff

Kudos to the staff of JB's Les Schwab responding to a two car collision on South Main street, by directing traffic and assisting those involved until first responders arrived.

Reunion for BFHS class of ‘63

The Bonners Ferry Class of 1963 will be celebrating their 60th class reunion during Kootenai River Days July 22 at the Kootenai River Inn.

Moyie Springs outdoor market enters second month of operation

Moyie Springs outdoor market enters its second month of operation, vendors are hopeful word of mouth will drive traffic.

Larry Joe Hare, 80

Larry Joe Hare, 80, passed away on July 3, 2023.

Ronald Eugene King, 76

Ronald Eugene King on June 30, 2023.

Legals for July, 6 2023

Hearing rescheduled, gag order issued in Kellogg murder case

The preliminary hearing originally scheduled for Monday, July 3, in the case of accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor was vacated and rescheduled and a gag order has been issued in the matter.

Resident goes it 'Alone' in History Channel competition

Imagine going into the wilderness with nothing but a knife, a tarp, two pairs of underwear and a few other miscellaneous items with the sole purpose of seeing how long you can survive. That’s exactly what Sandpoint resident Karie Lee Knoke did, along with nine other participants on the History Channel’s series, “Alone.”

Woman gets prison for drug smuggling

A California woman who was arrested in North Idaho while helping to smuggle hundreds of pounds of illegal drugs into Canada received a prison sentence this week.

Patriot Front trials set for July

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.

Ten tips for catching Idaho’s biggest fish this summer

Idaho is home to trophy-sized fish, and here's how to improve your odds of catching one

Summer is here and many anglers are getting on the water and hoping to catch the big one that doesn’t get away.

Pair sentenced to jail in dog abandonment case

A couple charged in the abandonment of 31 Husky-type dogs will serve time in jail after being sentenced in Bonner County Magistrate Court on Friday. Jacob M. McCowan, 45, and Jessica L. Smurthwaite, 31, were charged in late January with abandoning 31 dogs in southwestern Bonner County, parts of Kootenai County and in Pend Oreille County, Wash. Plea agreements were later reached with both in the case, dropping the number of charges against McCowan to 10 and the number of charges against Smurthwaite to two since the extent of her involvement could not be determined.