World stocks mostly dip with US closed for holiday

World stock markets fell slightly in Europe on Friday after gains in Asia, with trading somewhat subdued by a long holiday weekend in the U.S.

Uber buys Postmates in $2.65 billion all-stock deal

SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Uber finally got its food delivery company, acquiring Postmates in a $2.65 billion all-stock deal, the ride-hailing giant confirmed Monday.

World stocks mostly dip with US closed for holiday

World stock markets fell slightly in Europe on Friday after gains in Asia, with trading somewhat subdued by a long holiday weekend in the U.S.

World stocks mostly turn lower with US closed for holiday

World stock markets turned lower in Europe on Friday after gains in Asia, with trading somewhat subdued by a long holiday weekend in the U.S.

World stocks mostly dip with US closed for holiday

World stock markets fell slightly in Europe on Friday after gains in Asia, with trading somewhat subdued by a long holiday weekend in the U.S.

Candidate questions Moses Lake stormwater fee

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MOSES LAKE — I would like to thank you for your invitation to speak on the stormwater issue. I agree it is important for our citizens to have as many of the facts as possible on this subject. Understanding the details will help us make the correct decisions regarding this complex problem.

Gretchen Dorothy (Poulson) Franz

Gretchen Dorothy (Poulson) Franz passed away peacefully on Jan. 3, 2008, in Thousand Oaks, Calif.

Kalispell Chamber hands baton to seasoned leader

An exciting new chapter has begun for the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce as its staff and members welcome new President and Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Clarno. Retiring CEO Joe Unterreiner has handed off the baton to Clarno’s capable hands and she’s off and running.

Matt Manweller presents platform

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Moses Lake police focus on re-accrediting

MOSES LAKE - New Moses Lake Police Chief Dave Ruffin is focused on renewing the department's accreditation for 2013.

Minister: Cyprus will lose over 75% of tourism this year

NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus doesn’t expect to see this year more than 20%-25% of the record 3.97 million vacationing visitors the Mediterranean island nation welcomed in 2019 because the coronavirus pandemic has so far shut out its key tourist markets, the country’s deputy tourism minister said Wednesday.

US home sales spike an unprecedented 24.7% in July

SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — U.S. home sales rose an unprecedented 24.7% in July, extending a rebound in June after the coronavirus pandemic all but froze the housing market this spring.

Minister: Cyprus will lose over 75% of tourism this year

NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus doesn’t expect to see this year more than 20%-25% of the record 3.97 million vacationing visitors the Mediterranean island nation welcomed in 2019 because the coronavirus pandemic has so far shut out its key tourist markets, the country’s deputy tourism minister said Wednesday.

Canadian economy plummets in 2nd quarter with pandemic

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — The Canadian economy was devastated in the second quarter due to the coronavirus panedemic, according to figures released Friday, but there were signs of a slow recovery.

German economy shrank 5% in pandemic year 2020

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — The German economy, Europe's largest, shrank by 5% in the pandemic year 2020, ending a decade of growth as lockdowns wiped out much business and consumer activity.

City updates snow policy

SANDPOINT — Snow is in the weekend forecast, and city staff have been working to update the city’s snow removal policy, which contains important parking information for local residents.

Asphalt plant approval challenged

SAGLE — Residents are appealing the Bonner County Planning & Zoning Commission’s permit approval to allow an asphalt batch plant at an existing gravel pit on the west side of U.S. Highway 95.

HiTest Sands re-brands itself PacWest Silicon

SANDPOINT — The Canadian company seeking to develop a silicon smelter facility near Newport is rechristening itself PacWest Silicon.

Hydro One rocked by resignations

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Heiser to talk leadership, more at 7B Women lunch

7B Women will host its July luncheon on Tuesday, July 11 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tango Café. This month’s featured speaker will be local resident Debbie Heiser.