Thursday, November 14, 2024
Staff Writer

BILL BULEY

Bill Buley covers the city of Coeur d'Alene for the Coeur d’Alene Press. He has worked here since January 2020, after spending seven years on Kauai as editor-in-chief of The Garden Island newspaper. He enjoys running.

ARTICLES BY BILL BULEY

DEC. NIBJ Idaho's economy stood tall in 2024

Wolkenhauer said some tend to focus on the downsides of growth, which includes traffic and building, but the upside of more people means increased spending, investing and hiring in the fields of construction, hospitality, recreation and health.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 0 MINUTES AGO

No average (Trader) Joe in N. Idaho

About 100 people – the first arrived at 5:45 a.m. - waited for the national grocer to open its doors at 8 a.m. With the Lake City High School cranking out loud, high-energy music, the crowd surged forward.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 0 MINUTES AGO

Destination: Idaho

Schroeder delivered a 30-minute talk on the explosive growth of state’s tourism sector to about 75 legislators and others at the Hagadone Event Center for the Idaho Legislative Tour organized by the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber and Idaho Chamber Alliance.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 17 HOURS, 8 MINUTES AGO

Destination: Idaho

Schroeder delivered a 30-minute talk on the explosive growth of state’s tourism sector to about 75 legislators and others at the Hagadone Event Center for the Idaho Legislative Tour organized by the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber and Idaho Chamber Alliance.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 17 HOURS, 8 MINUTES AGO

No average (Trader) Joe in Coeur d'Alene

About 100 people – the first arrived at 5:45 a.m. - waited for the national grocer to open its doors at 8 a.m. With the Lake City High School cranking out loud, high-energy music, the crowd surged forward.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 DAY, 17 HOURS AGO

Governor: Trump win benefits Idaho

Little said he expects to see reforms to the National Environmental Policy Act, which has tied up and stopped projects in the Pacific Northwest
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 DAY, 17 HOURS AGO

Leaf Fest begins in Coeur d'Alene

Crews started early Tuesday in the Fort Grounds neighborhood, and then south of Sherman Avenue, moving west to east. They’ll gradually make their way north, with a goal of wrapping up by early December. If the weather is good, it could be sooner.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 DAY, 17 HOURS AGO

Keeping memories alive: Veteran recounts father's service in World War I

Kaczmar, a life member of VFW Post 889, won’t forget. And he doesn’t want anyone to forget those who have served their country, some sacrificing their lives.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 DAYS, 17 HOURS AGO

Vet tab Bryan Bledsoe: 'I saw a need'

Dee Sasse, American Legion Department of Idaho Area A Vice-Commander, said Bledsoe’s tireless efforts and outstanding leadership are exemplary.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 DAYS, 17 HOURS AGO

Crime down in Coeur d'Alene

Part 1 crimes from January to September this year compared to last year are down 13%. Part 1 crimes include aggravated assault, burglary, robbery, and theft. If you go back to 2015, Part 1 crimes are down 63% in Coeur d’Alene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 DAYS, 17 HOURS AGO

Kenny Gabriel: 'The luckiness of our lives'

Gabriel, who served 20 years as fire chief, found himself missing public service. Not the stress, but the interaction with firefighters, staff and citizens.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 17 HOURS AGO

The many names of grandpa and beyond

Finally, having heard enough, especially because she’s almost always winning in our one-on-one battles, Hadley will proclaim, “Grandpa, you are not Michael Jordan!”
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 17 HOURS AGO

Kootenai County home sales up

The CRR reported there were 1,015 active residential listings in Kootenai County as of Nov. 5, a 7% increase from one year ago.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 DAYS, 17 HOURS AGO

Norris wins big

Norris said he believes he won handily because he has been active in the community and crime is down in the county by about 15%.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

Coeur d'Alene School District levy passes

With all 74 Kootenai County precincts reporting Wednesday morning, the Coeur d’Alene School District’s two-year, $25 million-per-year levy that expires June 30 received overwhelming support.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

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