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July 12, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Dengue prevention efforts stifled by coronavirus pandemic

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — To slow the spread of the coronavirus, governments issued lockdowns to keep people at home. They curtailed activities that affected services like trash collection. They tried to shield hospitals from a surge of patients.

January 14, 2020 4:35 p.m.

Jet dumps fuel that lands on schoolkids near Los Angeles

CUDAHY, Calif. (AP) — An airliner with engine trouble dumped jet fuel that fell as a smelly mist on dozens of schoolchildren while the plane made an emergency return to Los Angeles International Airport, officials said.

January 15, 2020 12:05 a.m.

Jet dumps fuel that lands on schoolkids near Los Angeles

CUDAHY, Calif. (AP) — An airliner with engine trouble dumped jet fuel that fell as a smelly mist on dozens of schoolchildren while the plane made an emergency return to Los Angeles International Airport, officials said.

October 15, 2019 1 a.m.

Guinan will prioritize local residents and businesses

Have you visited Sandpoint lately? The streets are torn up again, the traffic is a California-esque nightmare, and shopping is nearly impossible thanks to the near-constant road destruction.

July 14, 2018 1 a.m.

E-commerce learning session for businesses

Free training for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to grow through e-commerce will be offered Aug. 28 by the SBA (U.S. Small Business Association) Spokane Branch.

Jewel Mary Baker, 88
February 3, 2014 6:28 a.m.

Jewel Mary Baker, 88

Jewel Mary Baker, 88, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away January 27, 2014, in Coeur d'Alene. She was born Sept 19, 1925, in Spokane to Chet and Gladys Ireland. Jewel came to North Idaho in 1949 from Spokane. She owned a ceramic shop and greenhouse. Survivors include her husband James Baker, sons: Boyd, Jimmy and Bob Baker, and daughters: Sherry Turnbow, Karen Grove and Cheryl Eaton. Jewel is also survived by her 10 grandchildren and some great grandchildren. Funeral services were held last Saturday at English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene with burial at Coeur d'Alene Memorial Gardens Cemetery. You may visit Jewel's on-line memorial and guest registry at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.

September 10, 2014 7:57 p.m.

College fairs coming to Kalispell, Polson

High school students and people seeking post-secondary education opportunities will have the chance to do one-stop shopping at upcoming college fairs in Polson and Kalispell.

December 13, 2013 10:18 a.m.

Girls' Night Out slated for Wednesday, Dec. 18

Usually, a girls’ night out conjures images of something different, but the Girls’ Night Out in Libby set for Wednesday, Dec. 18, is all about shopping.

November 24, 2021 11 p.m.

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Hockaday opens doors for Small Business Saturday shoppers and browsers

January 8, 2021 2:15 p.m.

Storm ‘Filomena’ blankets Spain with snow, disrupts traffic

MADRID (AP) — Spain was on high alert Friday as a cold snap covered much of the country with record levels of snow that is disrupting road, rail, sea and air traffic, while authorities warned that worse might be in store over the weekend.

January 9, 2021 12:06 a.m.

Storm ‘Filomena’ blankets Spain with snow, disrupts traffic

MADRID (AP) — Spain was on high alert Friday as a cold snap covered much of the country with record levels of snow that is disrupting road, rail, sea and air traffic, while authorities warned that worse might be in store over the weekend.

Tourism: Canada a big question mark
May 26, 2020 11:06 a.m.

Tourism: Canada a big question mark

The North Idaho tourism industry has long had a love affair with Canadians and their vacation funds. The Canadian dollar has been hurting for several years, but as the pandemic continues, the loonie has dropped even further, earning only 71 cents on the dollar across the border in the U.S.

Tourism: Canada a big question mark
May 26, 2020 12:09 p.m.

Tourism: Canada a big question mark

The North Idaho tourism industry has long had a love affair with Canadians and their vacation funds. The Canadian dollar has been hurting for several years, but as the pandemic continues, the loonie has dropped even further, earning only 71 cents on the dollar across the border in the U.S.

July 10, 2020 9:03 a.m.

The Latest: Michigan Gov. Whitmer toughens mask requirement

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has toughened a requirement to wear masks during the coronavirus pandemic, mandating businesses open to the public deny service or entry to customers who refuse to wear one.

August 20, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Canadian mining company sues US over Idaho water pollution

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A Canadian company seeking U.S. approval for three open-pit gold mines in central Idaho is suing the U.S. government, contending U.S. officials are allowing water pollution at the already heavily mined site in violation of environmental laws.

August 19, 2020 2:27 p.m.

Canadian mining company sues US over Idaho water pollution

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A Canadian company seeking U.S. approval for three open-pit gold mines in central Idaho is suing the U.S. government, contending U.S. officials are allowing water pollution at the already heavily mined site in violation of environmental laws.

October 7, 2005 midnight

Wildlife officials to keep public informed on grizzlies

By STEVE KADEL Western News Reporter

March 4, 2020 12:05 a.m.

US senators: Budget proposal stifles contamination cleanup

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Trump administration's proposed budget for the U.S. Energy Department drew criticism Tuesday as Democratic senators voiced concerns that spending to clean up sites contaminated by decades of nuclear research and bomb-making was being cut in order to fund modernization of the nation's nuclear arsenal.

March 3, 2020 1:10 p.m.

US senators: Budget proposal stifles contamination cleanup

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Trump administration's proposed budget for the U.S. Energy Department drew criticism Tuesday as Democratic senators voiced concerns that spending to clean up sites contaminated by decades of nuclear research and bomb-making was being cut in order to fund modernization of the nation's nuclear arsenal.

Grant County commissioners visit Moses Lake
March 26, 2008 9 p.m.

Grant County commissioners visit Moses Lake

Meeting offered chance to discuss issues