France has millions of unsold face masks after virus crisis

PARIS (AP) — The French praised the altruism of their prized textile and luxury goods companies when production facilities got diverted from churning out the latest fashions to making cloth masks designed to protect the general public from the coronavirus.

Legals for July, 9 2021

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable Calls for the Day!

COVID-19 aid in balance as Congress buys time for talks

WASHINGTON (AP) — Top Washington Republicans are convening Tuesday to sort out their end-of-session business on government spending and COVID-19 relief, as they take advantage of an additional week's time and a moment that's teed up for potential gridlock-breaking action.

Los Angeles expands reopening; Newsom says state is prepared

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles County’s 10 million residents joined much of the rest of California in welcoming back restaurant dining and haircuts Friday, moves Gov. Gavin Newsom acknowledged would help fuel an increase in coronavirus cases that he said the state is now well positioned to handle.

All the small things: Searching for lichen in the winter world of Glacier National Park

Found on every continent, lichen is an extraordinary organism adapted to survive in every habitat except seawater.

Japan's Toyota sees profit slip, holding up despite pandemic

TOKYO (AP) — Toyota’s July-September profit fell 11% from a year earlier as the coronavirus pandemic slammed global demand, but Japan’s top automaker appeared to be holding up better than weaker rivals that have sunk into the red.

John B. 'Jack' Parker, 90

John Bruce “Jack” Parker, 90, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Fire agencies expand facilities

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, Northern Lakes, East Side share updates

Multiple fire agencies across Kootenai County are celebrating service, station and facility expansions as they work to keep up with the needs of North Idaho's expanding populace. It is also the National Fire Protection Association's Fire Prevention Week.

St. Ignatius Seniors: Bingo is Saturday

Bingo will be 2 p.m. Oct. 14 and chances on the guess-the-candy jar will be sold.

Bonner County News of Record - May 11, 2023

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay and Priest River police departments, and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

Michael Anthony Lupo, 68

Michael Anthony Lupo passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 68. In his passing, he is reunited with his mother and his childhood best friend.

Legals for August, 11 2023

3Cs to give away record $135K to local charities

A successful anniversary fashion show, support from local businesses and the generosity of Cancer and Community Charities members are factors that have led to the largest giveaway in the nonprofit's history. The 3Cs announced Tuesday it has broken its fundraising record and will give away a hefty $135,000 to local charities during its Appreciation Lunch next month.

Board doubles back on plant ruling

SAGLE — Bonner County commissioners have agreed to double back on a decision approving a controversial asphalt plant proposal after questions were raised about the conformance of an underlying gravel quarry at the site.

Brie and Franco reteam for Amazon’s ‘Somebody I Used to Know’

While the world awaits an inevitable Jennifer Lopez-Ben Affleck movie collaboration (“Gigli 2”!), another famous couple recently collaborated on their latest indie drama, “Somebody I Used to Know,” available exclusively on Amazon Prime.

Lebanese customs chief arrested over Beirut blast

BEIRUT (AP) — The head of Lebanon's customs authority was formally arrested on Monday after being questioned over the massive explosion in Beirut earlier this month, the state-run National News Agency reported.

What's wrong with Arizona's 2020 audit? A lot, experts say

PHOENIX (AP) — A cybersecurity firm plucked from relative obscurity to conduct an unprecedented review of ballots in Arizona's largest country is readying to present its findings to Republican lawmakers.

Thai Cabinet approves Parliament session to debate protests

BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved a request to recall Parliament for a special session to deal with the political pressures from ongoing anti-government protests.

Legals for March, 5 2021