16 test positive for the coronavirus in latest EPL checks

LONDON (AP) — Sixteen people tested positive for the coronavirus in the latest round of checks on players and club staff in the Premier League, England's top division said on Monday.

Hughes, Teixeira lift New York past sluggish Seattle

SEATTLE (AP) - Phil Hughes joined teammates CC Sabathia and Andy Pettitte as 11-game winners before the All-Star break, and Mark Teixeira's two home runs powered the New York Yankees to a 6-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night.

Virus Outbreak, ADVISORY

The world’s economic pain was on full display as Europe and the United States released more figures showing just how devastating the impact has been from coronavirus lockdown measures. The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits soared past 30 million, worsening a crisis unmatched since the 1930s and heightening pressure on political leaders to lift restrictions that are hamstringing the economy. The European economy shrank a record 3.8% in the first quarter as hotels, restaurants, construction sites and manufacturing were frozen by coronavirus shutdowns. It was the biggest drop in the eurozone since statistics began in 1995. France’s economy also shrank an eye-popping 5.8%, the biggest quarterly drop since 1949.

Partial solar eclipse hits Mission Valley April 8

Granted, Montana is not among the 15 states that will spend a moment in total darkness as the rare full solar eclipse passes overhead April 8. Still, the Mission Valley will be treated to a partial eclipse at around 12:40 p.m. as the Moon’s shadow glides across the Earth.

Sanchez, Boone not sure there was no sign stealing in 2019

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Yankees catcher Gary Sánchez and manager Aaron Boone are not convinced the Houston Astros' use of electronics did not continue into last year's AL Championship Series.

Court upholds pro-construction housing laws; nixes NIMBY-focused public comment limits

A district court judge in Bozeman ruled Monday against most of the claims made by a homeowners group that sued to challenge four pro-construction housing laws passed by the 2023 Legislature.

Year in Review, Part IV

Join The Western News in taking a look at the biggest stories of the second half of 2020, an unforgettable year.

More coronavirus relief on the way for small businesses

NEW YORK (AP) — For Nancy Sinoway, a second coronavirus relief loan would increase the chances that her dressmaking business will survive.

Bonner County History - Aug. 13, 2020

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Grant Co. Health District concerned about chickenpox incidences

WARDEN – The Grant County Health District has issued a press release indicating that there has been an increase in the instances of chickenpox over the past few months. GCHD is investigating outbreaks in multiple locations, including a childcare center in Warden that has affected several children that were not yet eligible for the chickenpox vaccine.

Ronald Lee Davis, 80

Ron was born on Feb. 17, 1941, in Mabton, Wash., to Mern William Davis

Thieves target purses left in cars

Police say it could be work of large, non-local criminal organization

The victims were only away from their vehicles for a few minutes. During the time they were away, the suspect opened a door and took each victim’s purse.

Spokane-area hospitals prepare for COVID-19's arrival

As the novel coronarivus spreads in Western Washington, Spokane hospitals are adjusting policies and increasing virtual visits to prepare for the respiratory disease to make its way to the area.

Basin weather for Feb. 12, 2024

Basin weather for Feb. 12, 2024

Pilgrims pray on peak day of hajj in shadow of coronavirus

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Masked pilgrims arrived Thursday at Mount Arafat, a desert hill near Islam’s holiest site, to pray and repent on the most important day of the hajj, the annual pilgrimage in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.

Kalispell makes good use of Brownfields Program

United States Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler got a tour last week of two major Kalispell redevelopment sites that have benefited from $2 million in federal funding through the EPA Brownfields Program.

Court ruling all but shuts down resort on west end of Lake Five

Flathead County District Court Judge Amy Eddy issued an order Monday that both voids a major land use permit for a resort on Lake Five and orders the property owner to restore the land “to its previous unaltered condition,” which includes removing several buildings on the property.

Holocaust survivors urge Facebook to remove denial posts

BERLIN (AP) — Holocaust survivors around the world are lending their voices to a campaign launched Wednesday targeting Facebook head Mark Zuckerberg, urging him to take action to remove denial of the Nazi genocide from the social media site.

16 test positive for the coronavirus in latest EPL checks

LONDON (AP) — Sixteen people tested positive for the coronavirus in the latest round of checks on players and club staff in the Premier League, England's top division said on Monday.

Two Eagle wins play-in game, but drops two tourney contests

Two Eagle River opened its Western C Divisional Tournament with a dominant performance against Twin Bridges in the play-in game on Monday, Feb. 27, securing an 83-66 victory and advancing to the main bracket. However, the Eagles dropped games to St. Regis and West Yellowstone in Butte, ending their season 13-13.