Abandoned car causes neighbor issues

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office got a report Sunday from a Montana 206 residence from a man who was complaining that his neighbors’ car had long been illegally parked on his property and it was blocking his efforts to remove trees. It turned out that the neighbors didn’t own the car; it was never retained by the previous owner after he bought it in 1987. The owner was contacted, he refused to move the vehicle and was advised that he would be responsible for towing costs.

Ten great ways to create a more productive workspace

(ARA) - The average person's day can be inundated with a laundry list of workplace and personal to-dos. Combine that with the fact many workloads have expanded due to more than two thirds of workforces cutting resources in 2009, and things can really get stressful. Overall, many workers don't feel they are truly productive day in, day out.

Renters take note: patch and repair to reclaim your full deposit

(ARA) - Whether you're renting a truck or paying for movers, costs can add up quickly when you're changing residences. If you've been renting, the full return of your security deposit may come as sweet relief as you move from one place to the next.

Bonner County History - March 28, 2024

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places, and events.

Delbert Kerr, 84

Delbert “Del” L. Kerr of Hayden, Idaho, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024. He was born on May 13, 1940, in Outlook, Washington, to Wilbert and Alice (VanKlinken).

Man arrested on assault charges

A Clark Fork man has been arrested following an alleged assault against two men who were recently seeking political office in Bonner County. According to Bonner County Sheriff’s reports, late last month, deputies were called to a Sagle business after reports of an assault had been made. The suspect, Michael Franco, was detained across the street from the business while deputies spoke to the two alleged victims.

Great Northern beer returns to shelves after year-plus hiatus

The most popular Great Northern Brewing Company beers, Wild Huckleberry and the Going to the Sun IPA, are being produced again with several more of the favorites potentially in the works.

Milton C. Schauble, 96

Milton Schauble passed away on October 10, 2021.

Anytime Fitness trainer looks to bring workouts to clients’ living rooms

MOSES LAKE — Jitka Garza said it was surprising to watch as businesses and stores closed around the state and the nation as concerns over COVID-19 grew in mid-March. Garza said she didn’t really believe it at first.

Celebrating an icon

Osburn mayor remembers Dale Lavigne

“The only word I can use is icon,” said Osburn Mayor Kip McGillivray. “He did so many things for this community, not just openly, but more importantly, the silent ones.”

Mineral County Sheriff's Office Profile: Sheriff Mike Toth

Being raised in Billings and graduating from Skyview High School, Mineral County Sheriff Mike Toth...

Governor extends school closure, requires social distancing

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Tuesday afternoon extended the closure of Montana schools through April 10, and also continued other restrictions on businesses and public gatherings, in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say

With a fragile ceasefire in place, the U.S. and Iran are locked in a standoff over the strait, through which a fifth of the world’s traded oil and gas passes in peacetime. The U.S blockade is designed to prevent Iran from selling its oil, depriving it of crucial revenue while also potentially creating a situation where Tehran has to shut off production because it has nowhere to store oil.

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House nears vote on restraining Trump’s actions against Iran

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic-controlled House moved toward approving a non-binding measure Thursday aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's ability to take military action against Iran as criticism of the U.S. killing of a top Iranian general intensifies

Uncharted territory: U.S. Attorney paints bleak picture of 280 withdrawal

During a meeting that lasted more than an hour, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich and U.S. Assistant Attorney Ryan Weldon sought to map the law-enforcement landscape in Lake County after the county officially withdraws from Public Law 280 on May 20. They painted a rather bleak and muddled picture.

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Legals September 7, 2016

T.S. No. 045380-ID Parcel No.: RP004020040140A NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 12/27/2016 at 11:00 AM (recognized local time), ON THE FRONT STEPS OF THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE BONNER COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 215 S. 1ST AVENUE, SANDPOINT, ID 83864, in the County of Bonner, SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 14, BLOCK 4, FIRST ADDITION TO SCHWEITZER BASIN VILLAGE ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 3 OF PLATS, AT PAGE 21, RECORDS OF BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 130 SNOWPLOW RD, NKA 66 SNOWPLOW RD, SANDPOINT, ID 83864-6294, is commonly associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by KYLE K. BRYAN AND STACY A. BRYAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to NORTH IDAHO TITLE, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC., SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION DBA DITECH.COM, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 9/12/2006, recorded 9/12/2006, as Instrument No. 712954, and later modified by a Loan Modification Agreement recorded on 12/10/2015, as Instrument 883151, official records of Bonner County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 2/1/2016 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 8/11/2016 is $229,698.48 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 8/11/16 SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP LEGAL 4036 AUGUST 24, 31, 2016 SEPTEMBER 7, 14, 2016