Senior Companions Program connects people to purpose

There are thousands of seniors living in North Idaho, many of them alone, but their days don’t have to be lonely or boring thanks to programs like Senior Companions.

New memorial honors Indians at Little Bighorn

Hamas, Israel fighting escalates even amid truce efforts

GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas sent a heavy

A whole lotta whoo-pla: Snowy owls and the people who view them are giving a much-needed boost to the local economy

MISSION VALLEY — For many business owners in the Mission Valley, the winter months can be trying at best. It’s no secret, once the snowbirds leave, things slow down considerably. This year, however, a different kind of bird, the snowy owl, has brought an unexpected boost to the local economy.

The Latest: TYR Pro Swim Series drops California site

The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:

Wreck results in a mass grave at Nyack

An estimated 25 minutes after the Great Northern freighter ran away and rolled out of the Essex station, it had traveled the 16 miles of track to Nyack and caught the passenger train.

Americans hang on after recession claims wealth

Federal Reserve: Nearly 40 percent or wealth was lost

Looking back, the financial lives many Americans enjoyed until just a few years ago can seem like a mirage.

Washington winter fun

Where to go in the Evergreen State to hit the slopes and enjoy the outdoors

MOSES LAKE – The Columbia Basin may be in the flatlands, sort of, but area residents who enjoy the slopes have a lot of options to choose from just a bit of a road trip away if they’re craving a ski weekend. With the recent snows, packing up skis and poles may be a good way to have an adventure as spring starts to peek around the corner.

County reaffirms decision to seek grant

The Flathead County commissioners on Thursday stood by an earlier vote to pursue a $450,000 federal grant to help pay for a new Agency on Aging building.

Legals February 2, 2018

NOTICE OF APPLICATION February 2, 2018 Notice is hereby given that a Short Subdivision application was received by Grant County on January 12, 2018 from Randy Niessner (Designated Contact: J. Curtis & Associates (Jeff Curtis), PO Box 956, Mattawa, WA 99349) was found to be technically complete on January 30, 2018. PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of one parcel that is approximately 30.65 acres in size to create three (3) lots in the Urban Light Industrial (ULI) and Urban Heavy Industrial (UHI) zones. Lot 1 will be about 11.05 acres in size and will be used for light industrial business purposes. Lot 2 will be approximately 3.11 acres in size and will also be used for light industrial business purposes. Lot 3 will be approximately 16.48 acres in size and will be used for light industrial business purposes as well. LOCATION: The project site is known as the Niessner Short Plat Number 3 and the subject parcel is located southeast of the intersection of Road 13.6 SW and Road E SW about one and a half miles southeast of the Royal City city limits. The site is located in Section 8, Township 16 North, Range 26 East, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel # 16-0101-007. ZONING: Urban Light Industrial (ULI) and Urban Heavy Industrial (UHI). PUBLIC HEARING: None. CONSISTENCY STATEMENT: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with Grant County Code, International Building Code, and International Fire Code. Copies of application materials (File #P18-0009) are available from Alex White, Assistant Planner, Grant County Development Services, 264 West Division Avenue, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, (509) 754-2011, ext. 2522, [email protected]. Front Office hours: 8 am-12 noon, 1-5 pm, M-F. Comments must be submitted to the Planning Department no later than February 17, 2018. Comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, hand-delivered, or emailed. All persons, agencies, or tribes have the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and/or appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials. #02016/160220 Pub: Feb 2, 2018

Paradise sewer board reviews new proposal

Programs at the door may be a wise expenditure as the battle for the Paradise sewer heats up amid leadership and money challenges for the beleaguered Sewer Board and its members.

‘Recreation nightmare’ in Idaho? Forest Service job cuts could be a literal mess

On a summer day, thousands of people will drive along popular highways through Idaho’s national forests. Hundreds will float along river rapids, pitch tents at campsites or hike from a trailhead. And they’ll pass — and likely use — the vault toilets the dot the highway routes, campgrounds and day use sites.

‘Recreation nightmare’ in Idaho? Forest Service job cuts could be a literal mess

On a summer day, thousands of people will drive along popular highways through Idaho’s national forests. Hundreds will float along river rapids, pitch tents at campsites or hike from a trailhead. And they’ll pass — and likely use — the vault toilets the dot the highway routes, campgrounds and day use sites.

“Dollar Store Grandpa Bandit” arrested

A six-week spree of robberies at Dollar stores in multiple states has likely come to an end.

Libby Rosauer's employee second in super sacker contest

Calen Treat placed second in the Rosauers store competition for the Super Sacker Fastest Grocery Bagger Competition and received second place.

Tips for first-time business owners

As I said last month, fall is my favorite season, October is one of my favorite months.

Italy's virus epicenter grapples with huge toll, some hidden

BERGAMO, Italy (AP) — The priest gave a final benediction. There were no flowers, no embraces. Francesca Steffanoni and her mother hurried away from Bergamo’s main cemetery, their furtive farewell lasting no more than 5 minutes.

Italy's virus epicenter grapples with huge toll, some hidden

BERGAMO, Italy (AP) — The priest gave a final benediction. There were no flowers, no embraces. Francesca Steffanoni and her mother hurried away from Bergamo’s main cemetery, their furtive farewell lasting no more than 5 minutes.

Italy's virus epicenter grapples with huge toll, some hidden

BERGAMO, Italy (AP) — The priest gave a final benediction. There were no flowers, no embraces. Francesca Steffanoni and her mother hurried away from Bergamo’s main cemetery, their furtive farewell lasting no more than 5 minutes.

Gunman turns out to be 'hollow man'

Tuesday morning,