The Latest: New Zealand to end restrictions except in 1 city

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: All remaining virus restrictions will be lifted across much of New Zealand from late Monday with the exception of the largest city, Auckland, which will continue to have some restrictions for at least another 16 days. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made the announcement Monday after meeting with top lawmakers. The nation of 5 million re-imposed some restrictions last month after an Auckland outbreak which now appears to be under control. Under the plan, maximum gathering sizes in Auckland will be increased from 10 to 100 on Wednesday and then caps removed two weeks after that. “Auckland needs more time,” Ardern told reporters in the city. “Whilst we have reasonable confidence we are on the right track, there is still a need in Auckland for that cautious approach.” Health authorities reported no new cases on Monday. The number of active cases is 62, with 33 from community spread and 29 among quarantined returning travelers.

Faith takes the forefront as Georgia Senate runoffs heat up

ATLANTA (AP) — Bishop Reginald Jackson stepped to the microphone at a drive-in rally outside a church in southwest Atlanta as his voice carried over a loudspeaker and the radio to people gathered in, around and on top of cars that filled the parking lot.

What does social distancing mean in Sandpoint?

There is much talk on social media and the news about the importance of social distancing to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, but I have yet to see a good description of what that means for every day life. Here are a few pointers about how to integrate the ideas into our local community so we can keep ourselves safe, our older loved ones safe to slow the spread of the disease so the local healthcare system is not overwhelmed. This will not be forever, and the stronger we can stick together as a community to limit the spread of the virus, the shorter time it will be needed. I recommend starting today and plan on sticking to it for two weeks for a start and much more will be known at that point.

Stanley Cup makes rounds in Whitefish

Nearly 35 pounds of sterling silver made quite an impression on Whitefish last Friday.

Youth Sports Sept. 6, 2023

JV golf, rodeo and more ...

Review: How `Unexpected Spy' author went from college to CIA

“The Unexpected Spy: From the CIA to the FBI, My Secret Life Taking Down Some of the World’s Most Notorious Terrorists,” St. Martin’s Press, by Tracy Walder with Jessica Anya Blau

Legals for February, 29 2024

EU, UK leaders to meet this month as post-Brexit talks stall

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union's top executive and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will meet this month for talks that could give new momentum to the stalled post-Brexit negotiations.

Torino and Parma to kick off Italian soccer's return

Torino’s match at home to Parma on June 20 will be the first Serie A match when Italy’s top soccer league resumes with a match almost every day until Aug. 2.

Another lawyer who accused Texas AG of crimes resigns

DALLAS (AP) — Another top deputy to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is leaving his agency, continuing the exodus of lawyers who earlier this month accused the Republican of crimes including bribery and abuse of office.

No. 1 South Carolina women beat South Dakota 81-71

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Destanni Henderson and Zia Cooke each scored 19 points, and top-ranked South Carolina beat South Dakota 81-71 on Saturday in the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic.

Local man accused of burglary, theft

HOPE — A member of a window cleaning crew has been taken into custody for allegedly stealing an expensive wedding ring while working at an Eagen Mountain home.

Big offense propels N.C. State in 108-70 romp

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Elissa Cunane scored 17 points to lead six players in double figures for No. 8 North Carolina State in a 108-70 rout of North Carolina Central on Sunday.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County arrests and jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County arrests and jail bookings

P&G CEO on products for older folks; cutting back on plastic

NEW YORK (AP) — Tide detergent, Pantene shampoo and Gillette razors have filled cupboards for decades. But being a household name isn't good enough anymore.

Slate of candidates comes into focus

The slate of candidates in the May 21 legislative races has firmed up after filings closed last Friday, with District 1 seeing 16 candidates campaigning to represent the area covering most of Bonner County and all of Boundary County.

Glacier National Park crews plowing Two Medicine Road

Will start Going-to-the-Sun Road at Rising Sun next week

This year expect road construction on the west side this spring, as crews need to finish up a construction job on the Sun Road from just before the Lake McDonald Lodge to the North McDonald Road. Crews were unable to finish that section due to snow and cold last fall.

Ballot measure I-191 carries unintended consequences

As a member of the Montana Legislature’s bipartisan Water Policy Interim Committee, my colleagues and I had the opportunity to learn more about proposed ballot Initiative 191 at a recent hearing.

Sandpoint outlines downtown parking options

With the warmer weather in the Idaho Panhandle comes the summer tourist season. And with the summer tourist season comes more traffic.