PREP SOFTBALL: Badgers finish season 11-11

The Bonners Ferry Badgers dropped two straight against the Timberlake Tigers to close out the season with a .500 record of 11-11, a strong year despite competing with a roster of mostly freshmen and sophomores.

Osburn man facing child sex abuse charge

A Silver Valley man is facing child sex abuse charges after being arrested last week following a police investigation that began with a report from the victim’s mother.

Council set for Oct. 8 special meeting

After failing to form a quorum last Friday, the City Council has a special meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m.

IDFG investigating moose poaching in Shoshone County

Moose are classified as trophy animals in Idaho, with hunting tags issued through a limited draw system. Hunters who successfully harvest a moose are not eligible to receive another tag, giving the hunt a “once-in-a-lifetime” stat

Lack of quorum cancels City Council meeting

Only three city councilors were in attendance for a special meeting Friday, resulting in a lack of a quorum, canceling the meeting.

PREP FOOTBALL: Bonners Ferry cruises to an easy 49-7 win on homecoming night

IDFG investigating moose poaching in Shoshone County

Moose are classified as trophy animals in Idaho, with hunting tags issued through a limited draw system. Hunters who successfully harvest a moose are not eligible to receive another tag, giving the hunt a “once-in-a-lifetime” stat

Sandpoint to begin enforcement of dark sky ordinance in spring

The city announced it will begin enforcement of its outdoor lighting code in the spring following a period of outreach and engagement with business owners.

National Weather Service issues flood watch until Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch from Dec. 8 through 5 p.m. Dec. 11 as an atmospheric river of moisture is expected to stream across the Northwest and into Montana.

Morbeck Foundation accepting 2026 grant applications

Edwards’ arraignment continued; arson, burglary charges

An Athol man is being held at the Bonner County Jail on charges of third-degree arson and grand theft, among other things. He is expected to appear in court in February after a Dec. 31 arraignment was continued.

Brown sentenced eight years in child sex abuse case

A man guilty of child sexual abuse has been sentenced to serve eight years in prison.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to spend $20 million to replace Albeni Falls Dam spillway gates

The United States Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $20 million contract to Knight Construction and Supply that will see all 11 spillway gates at thee Albeni Falls Dam replaced, according to a Wednesday press release.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to spend $20 million to replace Albeni Falls Dam spillway gates

The United States Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $20 million contract to Knight Construction and Supply that will see all 11 spillway gates at the Albeni Falls Dam replaced, according to a Wednesday press release.

EDIT: When it comes to snowplows, don't be that guy

Resiliency Dinner hopes to unite Silver Valley

Storms, shooting take toll on community

Grant-Arthun said the dinner won’t focus on recent events but instead will provide a low-pressure space for neighbors to reconnect and share a meal. For Lemieux, who runs the Silver Valley Senior Meals program in Shoshone County, the dinner is a chance to give back to a community that has supported his program through lean times. He lives by the motto: It’s better to give than to get — and he’s excited to return the favor.

Sandpoint man arrested on murder charges

A Sandpoint man is being named in the death of his grandfather after court documents suggest the man confessed to the crime shortly after it occurred.

Sandpoint man arrested on murder charges

A Sandpoint man is being named in the death of his grandfather after court documents suggest the man confessed to the crime shortly after it occurred.

Resiliency Dinner hopes to unite Silver Valley after storms, shooting

Man charged with assault after Post Falls SWAT response

A man accused of threatening to kill another man with a crowbar, prompting a SWAT response to a Post Falls residence, remains in the Kootenai County jail.