Enrollment drops as 42 students transfer

The daily revenge of Stinky Pete

The world can be a very smelly place, and humans don’t always improve the situation. If anyone I happen to describe in the following story sounds familiar, keep in mind that the names have been changed to protect the odorous.

NIC raises enough money to fund science, chem labs

SANDPOINT — In just a few short months, locals will be able to earn an associate’s degree without ever setting foot outside Sandpoint.

The majestic golden eagle visits North Idaho

This is one of the largest birds of prey in Idaho and the national bird of Mexico. These birds are dark brown, with lighter golden-brown plumage on their heads and necks. They are extremely swift, and can dive upon their quarry at speeds of more than 150 miles per hour.

Brrr... irds! How our feathered friends adapt in the winter

Some North Idahoans dread winter and, if they have the time and the means, will travel to warmer parts of the country to wait it out. Others enjoy the cold temperatures and can’t wait for the first snow. Most just adapt to the season, adding layers to keep them warm or staying indoors in front of a warm fire. Birds, it turns out, also face the winter season similarly.

Lost hunter rescued

BONNERS FERRY — On Sunday, Nov. 4, around 7 p.m. Boundary County Sheriff’s Office and Boundary Search and Dive Rescue Team responded to a report of a lost hunter in the Dodge Peak area.

Girls soccer face toughest match of the season, learns from loss

Girls soccer started the season with their toughest matchup of the season against Coeur d’Alene Charter but took the matchup as a learning opportunity which allowed them to win against St. Maries.

Alonzo named BF mayor, Arthur returns to council

With the resignation of Dick Staples as Bonners Ferry mayor, former board president Rick Alonzo was sworn in as mayor after being nominated by the city council on Tuesday Oct. 3 at the board’s regular meeting.

Wildifires update

There were no new fire starts across the Forest as of Aug. 13.. Stage I Fire Restrictions are in effect (http://www.idahofireinfo.com). Forest closures are in effect near wildfire activity (www.fs.fed.us/ipnf).

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 37: Headlines from 6/5 thru 6/8 and interview with PHD Program Manager Mary Rehnborg and IDEQ Remediation Manager Andy Helkey

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from June 5 to 8 (special cold open appearance by Lola the Bulldog).

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 66: Headlines from 9/15 thru 9/17 and interview with Simon Miller

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from Sept. 15-17.

Heavy piece of history now graces end of Main Street

The Bonners Ferry Lions Club was looking for a project, so secretary Cal Russel went to a city council meeting to ask for ideas.

Jimmy Dale Sullivan, 60

Jimmy Dale Sullivan, 60, passed away at his home near Bonners Ferry, Idaho on June 6, 2014. Private arrangements have been held. Dad was born June 30, 1953, in Birmingham, Ala., moved to Cloverdale, Calif., when he was a child. He graduated from Cloverdale High School in 1969.

Jimmy Dale Sullivan, 60

Jimmy Dale Sullivan, 60, passed away at his home near Bonners Ferry, Idaho on June 6, 2014. Private arrangements have been held.

Prop. 1 good for Idaho; Prop. 2 deceives us

To the Editor:

So much for 'God Bless America'

Concerning the shooting of an unarmed female veteran protester in the neck by a Capitol Police officer, the reason given was, "he had no other choice." That reason seems to have satisfied any media concern as there has been no more said about the incident.

Basketball Season

Football is over and we have moved on to Basketball. Do you recognize any of these players?

Residents frustrated by trash pickup changes

Many city residents were surprised last week to hear they would have to move their trash cans for pick-up — down the block or even further — due to road maintenance.

Advancing opportunity, prosperity, growth

Innovia Foundation announces LaunchNW initiative

Nonprofit announces LaunchNW initiative

Makin' wild things great

Face it ... Living in North Idaho very often involves eating wild critters. From trout to grouse, bear to elk, many times it is the result of a day afield that we serve up in a variety of ways. Here are a few simple tips and techniques to making your next meal from the wild ... taste just the opposite.