Risch calls for expanded Porthill hours

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, R-Idaho is again calling on the U.S. Customs and Border Protections to return Porthill Port of Entry hours to pre-pandemic operating hours.

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.

North Idaho could see partial solar eclipse

About 11:30 a.m. Monday could be best bet

Areas of Idaho with a more visible solar eclipse, according to timeanddate.com, include Pocatello, which should have a totality of 43%, and Idaho Falls, at 42%

Jane Sauter announces bid for House 1A seat

Jane Sauter has announced her campaign for the Idaho State Representative District 1 seat A.

DYW Participants 9-11

The Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program is slated to have 14 junior girls participants. Participants 9- 11 are Rylie Kimball, Morgan Tye and Renea Barnes.

Allinger receives March Diamond Award at BCH

Boundary Community Hospital has selected Ruth Allinger, an Extended Care Floor employee, as the recipient of its March 2024 Diamond Award.

Senior Hospitality Center closed until further notice

The Senior Hospitality Center has been closed until further notice to give officials time to investigate claims that funds have been misappropriated, interim director Misha Davis said Monday.

Boundary County Court Records - April 4, 2024

Boundary County Court Records for the period of March 16-29, 2024.

Legals for April, 4 2024

COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Priest River’s Teagun Holycross helps break Montana University 4x100 record

The 4x100 quartet consisting of Holycross, Jason Upton, Xavier Melice, and Cooper Hewett broke the school record with a time of 40.35 seconds and placed first at the invite.

Scoop! First presidential debate announced

Mudslinging takes on new meaning

Candidates to square off in Coeur d'Alene

Critchfield: 'We're hopeful'

Public school budget should be ready soon, says state superintendent

Reverting to average daily attendance-based funding from the enrollment-based funding formula used during COVID-19 years has left many Idaho school districts feeling a financial pinch. “Money was left on the table, and we knew that last year,” Idaho State Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield said Friday during a visit to The Press office.

Dog set afire in Troy now battling cancer

The Pet Connection Rescue Sanctuary in Libby launched a fundraiser on March 17 to help pay for his treatments.

Highland Flats BNSF crossing closed on Tuesday

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation will be closing the railroad crossing at Highland Flats Rd. starting Monday at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for track repairs.

DYW Participants 5-8 announced

The Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program is slated to have 14 junior girls participants. Participants 5-8 are as follows.

Robert (Bob) Martin, 96

Bob Martin passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024.

Sheriff candidate debate, more of Q&A

Boundary County’s three sheriff candidates gave their pitch to voters on March 21 to a packed Bonners Ferry High School gymnasium.

Civil Air Patrol open house April 2

The Selkirk Composite Squadron is inviting the community to attend its open house next month to learn about Civil Air Patrol, a non-profit organization for kids ranging from ages 12-18, and adults of all ages.

Trail group offering tips for backpacking beginners

The Idaho Panhandle is full of gorgeous mountains, but many scenic locations are inaccessible by cars and only backcountry camping is allowed in these wilderness areas.

Slate of candidates comes into focus

The slate of candidates in the May 21 legislative races has firmed up after filings closed last Friday, with District 1 seeing 16 candidates campaigning to represent the area covering most of Bonner County and all of Boundary County.