Train derails into the Kootenai River

BONNERS FERRY — A rockslide likely caused the derailment of a mile-long BNSF Railway train Wednesday night, sending an engine with its two-person crew plunging into the Kootenai River.

Where the wild things are

BONNERS FERRY — Photographers from north Idaho gathered on June 9, at the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge on an unusually damp, cool day, to take part in the second Photography Adventure, sponsored by the Friends of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge.

Legals for September, 8 2022

Dehlbom named to Sherman College fall dean's list

Kimberly Dehlbom of Bonners Ferry has been named to Sherman College of Chiropractic's dean's list.

Koberstein Insulation opens in Boundary County

BONNERS FERRY — Boundary County has continued to grow, with an estimated population of roughly 12,000 residents and a 7 percent growth rate. Companies in the construction industry are noticing an increasing demand as well.

Kenneth Leray Miller

Kenneth Leray Miller

NIC responds to community questions

As the deadline to respond to its accreditor approaches, North Idaho College leaders fielded questions from the community on Thursday. Around 100 people filled the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room in the Student Union Building on campus for a community focus group organized by Kootenai County’s four chambers of commerce.

‘We are family’

BONNERS FERRY — The staff at Bonners Ferry High School misses “their kids.”

Community transmission identified in Boundary, Shoshone counties

Panhandle Health District has identified community transmission of COVID-19 in Boundary and Shoshone counties.

John William Sater

John William Sater was born to Carl Alexander Sater and Helen Beatrix (Wentz) Sater on June 25, 1932, in North Bend, Washington, at the family home, where he joined his older brother, Dan.

Singer/songwriter Brittany Jean comes to the Pearl

Brittany Jean, an award-winning Americana singer/songwriter living in the Pacific Northwest, has spent the past two years touring from coast to coast, captivating audiences with her haunting melodies and her acoustic guitar. She’ll be at The Pearl on Friday, June 8, at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m.

David Eugene Garner, 79

David Eugene Garner (Gene, John), 79, Moyie Springs, Idaho, went to be with the Lord Sunday, August 22, 2021 peacefully at home with his family.

BFHS seniors Owens, Rae earn NISTAR award

A pair of Bonners Ferry High School students have been recognized for their achievements and nominated for the North Idaho Student Teacher Achievement Recognition program.

Vietnam vet helps other veterans in need

BONNERS FERRY — One Vietnam veteran, despite having already served his country, still feels his work is not done. Ron McIlnay of Boundary County has dedicated his time to helping veterans in need.

Valerie Elaine Sandaker

Valerie Elaine Sandaker

Gun Club News

Bonners Ferry High School Team, Dukes Claybusters: 30 degrees, sun breaks, north wind.

New county deputy leads graduating class

Boundary County Sheriff’s department has a new deputy protecting Boundary. His name is Allen Schlief; he recently completed his 17-week peace officer training and was president of his graduating class, but this is not his first foray into law enforcement.

There's more than McCain, Clinton, Obama

Are you pleased with the Presidential candidates that you are being allowed to vote for, or vote against, as the case may be?

Girls XC perform well at state

Badger girls cross country performed well and finished in ninth at the 3A IHSAA state race.

SEPT NIBJ: Boundary County a haven for manufacturing

Manufacturing is the second-largest industry in Boundary County, behind the government sector. It is growing in Boundary County and is No. 3 of the top 10 employers in the county.