Senior center changes prompts town hall

Tension and accusations flowed in equal measure at a Tuesday town hall on the community’s senior center and its sudden change in administration.

Distinguished Young Women participants 12-14

The Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program is slated to have 14 junior girls participants. Sydney Beckle, Kimberly Lucas and Alexandra Fodge are participants 12-14.

Marian Rosalie Rosco, 88

Marian Rosco passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, at her residence in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Legals for April, 11 2024

Feds: Cd’A man tried to provide support, resources to ISIS

Man allegedly planned to attack local churches

Authorities arrested an 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who had allegedly “pledged his allegiance to ISIS” and planned to attack people at local churches using guns, knives and fire, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

'Idaho is becoming redder'

McGrane says Gem State still very much a Republican stronghold

In a 30-minute speech to about 100 Coeur d’Alene Rotarians at The Coeur d’Alene Resort on Friday, McGrane offered voter registration numbers to back up his statement.

'Hopefully, things will heal'

Tribal members hold 'Shawls in Solidarity' walk against racism in downtown CDA

In the wake of the March 21 racial incident reported in downtown Coeur d’Alene, Native women marched Thursday

Judge rebukes Kohberger defense team for juror phone survey

May 14 hearing for arguments on whether to move murder trial could be delayed

Kohberger, 29, is accused of killing four U of I students in November 2022. Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty if a jury convicts him, though a date trial has yet to be set.

Farli Boden wins U.S. Telemark Nationals for third time

Overall, Boden said it was a great experience and that she is glad the team could come together to make the event happen once again.

Bonners Ferry’s Savannah Rickter well on her way to becoming a North Idaho legend

In front of Rickter’s club wrestling team last week, she was presented with the Character & Leadership All-American Award from the National Wrestling Coaches Association & the United States Marine Corps.

Larry Dean Hall, 82

Larry Dean Hall, 82, passed away at home Friday, March 29, 2024, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Jaylyn Ann Hayden, 80

Jaylyn was born March 26, 1943, to Louise Ann Vrska Burns and W.J. Burns at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Boundary County Calendar - April 4-14, 2024

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

The top reasons to support Jim Woodward

I have known Jim Woodward for over a decade. Here are my top reasons to support him for Idaho state senator.

Woodward is the best Idaho Senate candidate

I met Jim Woodward when he was first running for office. He impressed me with his kindness and genuine interest in my thoughts and opinions. This was true even after his election. A lifelong resident of North Idaho, Jim truly cares about his neighbors. He listens and represents us well in Boise.

VanGesen ignorant of constitutional rights

Boundary County Sheriff candidate Jon VanGesen showed up on my property in Bonner County in the fall of 2021 doing an agency assist and completely ignored a sign at the front that stated, "No warrant no entry beyond this point." In fact, on his bodycam video, VanGesen audibly scoffs at the sign as he passed it.

Legislature tackles gun, gender legislation

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislation, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.

Badger girls win at Mirror Lake, Bayer takes medalist honors

Braylyn Bayer earned medalist honors for the second tournament this season, the Bonners Ferry Invite at Mirror Lake Golf Course, leading the Badger girls golf team to a first place team victory.

Softball comes close against Trojans

In the fourth inning the Badger worked on a comeback over the Troy Trojans on April 2.

Bill requires Idaho libraries move ‘harmful materials’

House Bill 710 would require Idaho public and school libraries to move materials deemed harmful to children, or face lawsuits.

A bill to require Idaho public and school libraries to move materials deemed harmful to children, or face lawsuits, passed the Idaho Senate and House on Wednesday. House Bill 710, backed by Republican legislative leaders, follows years of attempts by the Idaho Legislature to regulate materials deemed harmful to children in Idaho libraries.