We must protect Idaho's water sovereignty

Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court blocked an agreement between water users in Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado in a ruling that allows the federal government to assert control of water in times of disagreement.

This Week in History — July 4, 2024

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

Praise, and fun, flow in abundance at family festival

Hands were raised in praise and prayer flowed at the In His Image Family Festival on Saturday, June 22.

Coeur d'Alene combats 'hate crimes'

New proposed ordinance 'will enable city to prosecute racially motivated crimes'

A city report said, "The criminalization of this behavior will enable the city to prosecute racially motivated crimes, leading to separate charges and enhanced penalties in appropriate cases."

Searchers recover missing woman's body from Kootenai River

Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short told The Western News searchers found the...

Search crews scour Kootenai River for missing kayaker

Search teams continued to look Saturday for a missing woman who disappeared while kayaking the Kootenai River in Northwest Montana earlier in the week.

Authorities search for missing woman in Kootenai River

A cooler was found near the shore above Kootenai Falls and the damaged kayak and other property were recovered below Kootenai Falls.

Building over barriers

Gunther Chaney, a recent graduate of Bonners Ferry High School, exemplifies determination and creativity.

Local man sentenced on enticing charge

A local man was sentenced to 15 years, 10 years with 5 years indeterminate, after he pled guilty to three charges of child enticing two 12 year old girls on June 25.

Road closure on Deep Creek continues July 2

Deep Creek Loop will have a temporary lane closure just south of Ruby Creek Rd on will continue in Tuesday, July 2.

DEQ approves Moyie Springs emergency water main replacement

The city of Moyie Springs has made progress with the waterline project as a temporary easement with Idaho Forestry Group on Moyie Mill property has been signed as of June 12.

Idaho law enforcement prepares for Fourth of July with increased patrols

Starting this week regional law enforcement partners are working together to ensure the safety of North Idaho travelers and recreators this Fourth of July with an all-hands-on-deck approach to targeting impaired driving and boating.

11th annual multi-church VBS set for July 8

BONNERS FERRY — All kids who are entering kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to three days of lively fun and learning at the 11th annual Multi-Church Vacation Bible School.

NICA receives $3.5 million in grants

The North Idaho Classical Academy has received over $3.5 million from two grants.

Temporary road closure due to pipeline work

Temporary road closures will continue at TC Energy/GTN continues work on the pipeline.

Boundary County Calendar - June 27-July 7, 2024

Upcoming events, activities, and meetings taking place in Boundary County.

Ensuring access to quality health care for rural Idahoans

More than a quarter of Idahoans and over 46 million Americans nationwide live in our vibrant rural communities. However, living in such remote areas has made it far too difficult for far too many Americans to access reliable, high-quality health care.

This Week in History - June 27, 2024

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

Legals for June, 27 2024

LEGION BASEBALL: 19U Lakers drop pair of heartbreakers to Northern Lakes

The North Idaho Lakers (10-7) will be back in action July 4-6 at the Spokane Wood Bat Classic.