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No average (Trader) Joe in N. Idaho
About 100 people – the first arrived at 5:45 a.m. - waited for the national grocer to open its doors at 8 a.m. Wit…
Volunteers needed for flag planting for Memorial Day
The American Legion is calling for volunteers to help place American flags on veterans’ graves at Grandview Cemetery in remembrance of Memorial Day.
Pet Week Poster Contest winners announced by BFVC
Local kids were named winners of the National Pet Poster Contest by Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic.
Century 21 Four Seasons expands into commercial real estate
Big news for North Idaho's commercial real estate landscape, as Century 21 Four Seasons Realty is proud to announce the expansion of our services to include co…
Walk-a-thon for new shoes to local kids
Eli Pine, known by many locals as the man who walks, is again organizing a personal walk-a-thon to fundraise for shoes for area youths.
BOPNW rehomes owls
Three Great Horned owls were recovered from Elk Mountain Farms after having trouble staying in their rickety nest.
BPA seeking scoping comments for KNWR floodplain reconnection project
The Bonneville Power Administration is seeking comments to help determine issues that should be addressed in an environmental review for the Kootenai National …
Local man faces murder charges
A local man is facing murder charges stemming from a December 2023 alleged battery of a 6-month-old infant.
ITD installing damaged tire sensors at ports of entry
When a semitruck blows a tire at highway speeds, it can be dangerous if not fatal. As part of its safety programs, the Idaho Transportation Department is putting Tire Anomaly and Classification Systems at ports…
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Be wary of tax scams, says local resident
Area residents might want to watch their mail boxes for Internal Revenue Service collection or lien settlement scams. Recently, collection notices appearing to be from the IRS or the state of Idaho have been found …
Sandpoint farmer wins $2,000,000 on Powerball
When the fuel pump on Nathan Wood’s truck started making strange noises last Monday he pulled into the nearest gas station to see if he could figure out what t…
JUNE NIBJ: Rotary donates book vending machines at Mt. Hall
The Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry donated a book vending machine to Mt. Hall Elementary School, including $600 worth of books in the beginning of May.
Hike challenge shines light on mental health awareness
Connecting people to the benefits of spending time in nature lies at the heart of the missions of both Kaniksu Land Trust and Ethan Murray Fund. With a shar…
Hearings in Kohberger case could help set trial
Now, 18 months since the homicides, the case already has cost Idaho taxpayers more than $3.6 million, an Idaho Statesman investigation found.
Shelton, Kinkead catch way to LPOIC derby honors
It might have been slow fishing on the derby's final day, but when the last line was pulled it was Josh Shelton and Paul Kinkead claiming top honors.