Martin sentenced to 15 to life for lewd conduct

A local man was sentenced to at least 15 years in prison on Wednesday, Nov. 8, in connection to his conviction in a lewd conduct case.

This Week In Boundary County History

100 Years Ago A large company of Bonners Ferry folks enjoyed an all day party Monday at the boarding house of the Bonners Ferry Lumber Company on the island.

Surprenant seeks your support

My input on the current situation regarding the Covid virus and Governor Little’s plan for reopening. Some of you will agree and some of you won’t, but I can tell you this, I have talked to people in the healthcare industry and this thing is not going away for several years. That is if it does not mutate, if it mutates, we could be looking at a lot longer.

Boundary County organizations part of ‘Idaho Gives’

BONNERS FERRY — A pair of local organizations are joining hundreds of others from across the state in raising funds through the largest single day of giving — Idaho Gives.

Critchfield: It’s time to get to work

2022 in Idaho brought with it long campaigns and high-profile races in the May primaries and November election. As a result, three of Idaho’s statewide offices have new leaders this week, including the office I now hold, superintendent of public instruction. With the rallies, speeches and debates of campaign season behind us, today – our first full day in office - the real work must begin.

Tort claim against city, alleges breach of duty

The city received a tort claim in April, a possible precursor of a lawsuit, alleging Bonners Ferry officials failed to keep students safe, among other claims, and seeking $500,000 in damages.

Sandpoint Renaissance Faire seeking volunteers

The Sandpoint Renaissance Faire is actively looking for more volunteers to help with various parts of the set up, break down, and during the two-day event taking place next month.

Avondale, Fernan lakes under health advisories

Public warned to steer clear of harmful algal bloom

If people choose to eat fish from the lakes, it is recommended that they remove all fat, skin and organs before cooking, since toxins are more likely to collect in those tissues.

This Week in History - Feb. 13, 2025

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

Timme sparkles, Gonzaga rolls past Oklahoma into Sweet 16

Gonzaga continued to roll behind a career-high 30 points and 13 rebounds from Drew Timme as the top-seeded Bulldogs beat No. 8 seed Oklahoma 87-71 on Monday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Exercise, nutrition are also keys to maintaining strong immune system and fighting off the coronavirus

COEUR d’ALENE — Wear masks. Wash hands. Maintain distance.

Legals for November, 9 2023

Kirk and Friedman prove it’s never too late to achieve your goals

It’s never too late to achieve your goals and live in the moment. Julie Kirk, 61 and Josh Friedman, 60, of the Bonners Ferry kayaking duo Team Spirit of America prove just that.

Badger varsity soccer girls 5-2 in league

The Badgers faced Priest River on Saturday and continued their success with another league win. The Badgers are now 6-2 in league play, placing them second in the league.

Badger girls 2-2-1 on season

The Badgers girls softball have finally rung out their fields and are out there playing ball last week.

Idaho revenue falls short

BOISE — Idaho’s general fund grew by about $210 million in October, but it missed the month’s estimate by $1.6 million, according to a report from the Idaho Division of Financial Management.

Angel Hair Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil

Angel Hair Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil

Butter Cookies

Butter cookies

'The Dreamer and the Doctor' book program set

BONNERS FERRY — In the turn-of-the-20h-century Northwest, the lives and passions of an American physician and her Swedish naturalist husband helped shape a territory on the cusp of change.

Boundary Abstract relocates

Locally owned title insurance and escrow company Boundary Abstract has been serving residents of Boundary County since 1915.