Man accused of killing 4 university students in Idaho loses bid to have indictment tossed

After reviewing transcripts, recordings and other evidence from the secret grand jury proceedings, Second District Judge John Judge rejected those arguments in a written ruling issued late Friday

Exchange student trades Ukraine for Bonners Ferry

BONNERS FERRY — In a diverse world that has grown closer through the internet and social media, there is no substitution for talking face to face with someone from a different part of world and a culture different from ours, especially for young adults. In the informative years, when ideas are still being formed and minds are open to learning about different cultures, the ability to learn about, and discuss a broad spectrum of cultural differences and similarities, from food to politics, is a fantastic opportunity.

Woman who lost money gets $1,125 anonymously

Gwin Ballard hopes to one day return a favor of kindness.

Local team conquers Yukon River Quest

Midway through the 2016 Yukon River Quest, a grueling 444-mile endurance race for kyakers and canoeists that begins in Whitehorse and ends in Dawson City, local competitor Josh Friedman knew something was amiss.

Ben Robertson

Boundary County Board of County Commission candidate, District 3

Athlete of the Week Oct. 9-15

Evelynn Chaney, senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger Cheer.

Athlete of the Week May 7-13

Jaydin Falck, a sophomore, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger softball.

Swayne sues NIC for investigative report

North Idaho College President Nick Swayne has filed a lawsuit against NIC, asking the court to compel the college to turn over an investigative report that has been at the center of heated debate on the board of trustees.

Move is a step in the right direction

We are four months into the 118th Congress, and it is clear we face many challenges in the U.S. Senate and in Idaho. With the federal government’s outsized role in our state, especially in Boundary County, it is more important than ever to ensure the voices of Idahoans are heard in Washington, D.C.

New happenings at Trinity Lutheran Church after a year of change

There has been a year of changes at Trinity Lutheran, what with our new pastor and growing community. Pastor Andy Hinderlie arrived from Africa via South Dakota in December of 2014, assuming his new role on January 4th, 2015. Andy’s wife, Barbara, and their two sons were in attendance as he started his service in leadership of Trinity Lutheran Church. The Hinderlies came to Bonners Ferry from South Dakota where they had landed after 17 years of service in Central and East Africa and the congregation has heard several exciting excerpts from Andy’s African experience, doubtlessly there will be more.

New happenings at Trinity Lutheran Church

There has been a year of changes at Trinity Lutheran, what with our new pastor and growing community. Pastor Andy Hinderlie arrived from Africa via South Dakota in December of 2014, assuming his new role on January 4th, 2015. Andy’s wife, Barbara, and their two sons were in attendance as he started his service in leadership of Trinity Lutheran Church. The Hinderlies came to Bonners Ferry from South Dakota where they had landed after 17 years of service in Central and East Africa and the congregation has heard several exciting excerpts from Andy’s African experience, doubtlessly there will be more.

Judge will decide custody

A Boundary County judge must determine whether or not a grandmother from Argentina is fit to take custody of two Moyie Springs orphans whose parents died in an Oct. 3 car accident.

Scott escorted out of 'volatile’ board meeting

A state legislator was escorted from a contentious West Bonner County School Board meeting to defuse tensions, according to Priest River Police. Held at a packed Priest River Junior High School auditorium, the meeting was scheduled to discuss a contract with Branden Durst, a senior policy analyst with the Idaho Freedom Foundation who was hired June 7 to lead the district.

Milton C. Schauble, 96

Milton Schauble passed away on October 10, 2021.

Bertling makes All-American

Former Badger, Nik Bertling took sixth in the pole vault, broke the school record for the third time and earned the title All-American at the NAIA Nationals for Lewis and Clark State College on May 27.

Timmothy Eugene 'Buddy' Jones (Timmothy Stuber), 19

Timmothy Eugene "Buddy" Jones (Timmothy Stuber), 19, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2021, in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Gareth F.R. Abell, 78

On Friday, August 19, 2022, Gareth F.R. Abell of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, painlessly and peacefully joined his beloved Marcella in death at the age of 78.

Chamber seeks feedback from local businesses

BONNERS FERRY — The Bonners Ferry Chamber is seeking input from local business owners and representatives.

Christopher John Matyi, 46

George Oscar Lang Jr., 66

George Oscar Lang Jr., 66