Snow business: Know the rules when clearing driveways, walks

MOSES LAKE — Yes, it is January. And yes, that is snow out there. There’s the potential for snow as late as mid-March. So the time has come to consider getting in and out of the driveway – after all, it won’t clear itself.

Readers choose Koda King as Athlete of the Year

Koda King was one of four candidates, selected by athletic directors across Lake County and voted upon by Leader readers, for the Leader's inaugural Athlete of the Year. He won with 246 votes. Nominees also included: Ryan Sharbono, St. Ignatius, with 104 votes; Samantha Rensvold, Polson with 93 votes; and GG Hawk, Charlo, with 87 votes.

'What recession?': US employers add 528,000 jobs in July

Inflation is raging at its highest level in more than 40 years

Whitefish boys tennis claims state title, girls take third

All around excellence propelled the Whitefish tennis teams to the podium this season. The boys claimed first place while the girls took third at the Class A State Tennis Tournament in Billings last week.

Positive COVID-19 tests at Santa Anita, SoFi Stadium

ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) — Santa Anita had 17 people test positive for the coronavirus during its recently completed meet, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said.

Top Dog wrestling set to kick off season

SANDPOINT — Top Dog wrestling will kick off its fall season next week beginning Oct. 12, with practices held at Sandpoint High School. The program has produced a multitude of state and national caliber athletes at all levels.

Legals for September, 14 2023

US food prices see historic jump and are likely to stay high

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — As if trips to the grocery store weren’t nerve-wracking enough, U.S. shoppers lately have seen the costs of meat, eggs and even potatoes soar as the coronavirus has disrupted processing plants and distribution networks.

Whitefish Winter Carnival LXVI this weekend

The 66th annual Whitefish Winter Carnival finale arrives this weekend, Feb. 7 – 9, with a Wizard of Oz theme, 'There's Snow Place Like Home.'

The Latest: Catholic celebrations go on without worshippers

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Richard C. Butler, 84

Richard C. Butler, 84, passed away Feb. 27, 2024, in Whitefish.

DEQ recognizes Alta Forest Products as Pollution Prevention Champion

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is recognizing Alta Forest Products LLC and others as 2021 Pollution Prevention Champions for their efforts to reduce the generation of pollution in Idaho.

Oregon denies oil terminal permit needed to fully operate

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon regulators said Wednesday they will not renew a permit needed by a crude oil storage company to operate portions of its facility in Northwest Portland.

Faithful have variety of worship options

Local churches are helping their congregations worship in a variety of ways.

Huskies defeat Connell 4-1

OTHELLO – A dominant first half secured the win for Othello in Saturday’s boys soccer rivalry match against Connell, defeating the Eagles 4-1 in their first game of the 2024 season.

Montana Rail Link reopens tracks after derailment

Montana Rail Link reopened its tracks through Sanders County four days after a freight train derailed along the Clark Fork River.

Fair starts next week, get your tickets now

The 2021 Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo opens Aug. 18 at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell with a theme of “Montana’s Best Traditions.”  The fair will feature a performance by country star Chris Janson on Aug. 18, three nights of Ram PRCA Rodeo, and a Big Air Bash motorcycle stunt show. Tickets for the concert and all other grandstand events are now available for purchase at the fair office and online at www.nwmtfair.com.

Bonner County History - July 26, 2022

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

Legals for October, 9 2023

Marie Claire Purdy, 90

Marie Claire (Kuchenski) Purdy, our beloved Mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, cousin, friend, parishioner, classmate, card partner, bus driver and community contributor, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 26, 2021, at the age of 90.