FEB NIBJ: Contributing to the local economy through flight
An aerospace jack-of-all-trades is exactly what North Idaho gained when Coeur d’Alene Aviation entered the local aviation scene.
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Sandpoint man accused of murdering his grandfather
Documents further contend that Kiley and Reyes had an altercation...
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ISP brings awareness to human trafficking
Idaho State Police has partnered with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance to raise awareness of human trafficking along Idaho’s transportation corridors during National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
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Women’s gathering highlights self-reliance at every age
There are no requirements to start a homestead.
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A journey beyond the dryer
A local author is bringing lost socks — and big emotions — to life in a new children’s book. Sockland: The Journey Beyond the Dryer blends playful storytelling with a deeper message about courage and change.
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USFS, county meets for quarterly update
The U.S. Forest Service met with Bonner County commissioners Tuesday, Jan. 13, to discuss active timber sales and flood damages affecting public roads.
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ISP brings awareness to National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Idaho State Police has partnered with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance to raise awareness of human trafficking along Idaho’s transportation corridors during National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 23 HOURS, 40 MINUTES AGO
County approves election precincts, Microsoft migrations
In another short business meeting, Bonner County commissioners approved a small number of action items and discussed concerns about vandalism incidents reported in the Spirit Lake Cutoff area.
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Road and Bridge discuss winter maintenance, culvert project
In its monthly update to Bonner County commissioners, the Road and Bridge Department discussed winter maintenance challenges and the Melody Lane culvert project.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 DAY, 23 HOURS AGO
Brice to perform at North Idaho Fair
North Idaho State Fair officials have announced their first concert for the 2026 “Party in the Dirt” concert series at the Findlay Arena.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 DAYS, 23 HOURS AGO
Hatfield sentenced probation, seven theft charges
A man involved in a faulty logging contract with Idaho Department of Lands has been sentenced on multiple misdemeanor charges following a mediated resolution that reduced seven felony charges to misdemeanors after an Oct. 6, 2025, guilty plea.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 DAYS, 23 HOURS AGO
Election results and storms marked the back half of 2025
Voters went to the polls to decide the future of their communities and dealt with historic storms in the latter half of 2025. Here are some stories that captured the headlines of the final two months of the year.
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Protests, parking and walkout top 2025’s headlines
As the leaves turned their fall colors in North Idaho, news didn’t slow, featuring some of the year’s top stories regarding protests, walkouts and parking.
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Brief, productive county business meeting
Bonner County commissioners held a brief business meeting this past Tuesday, with one commissioner absent, only a handful of agenda items to approve and minimal public comment.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 23 HOURS AGO
Noxious Weeds gives annual report
In its annual report presented Monday, Jan. 5, the Bonner County Noxious Weed Department outlined the status of several noxious weed types while reporting on areas where treatments have been maintained.
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EMS announces 2025 metrics
In light of the new year, Bonner County Ambulance Service District has announced its 2025 Year in Review statistics detailing station call volume and average response times.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 DAYS, 23 HOURS AGO
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.
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Navarro sentencing continued, February setting
A sentencing hearing for a Sandpoint resident guilty of two felonies related to abuse of a child has been continued to Feb. 5 following a review of a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation.
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Brown pleads innocent, battery in jail
A former Boundary County Jail employee accused of aggravated battery for allegedly harming an inmate in January 2023 entered a not guilty plea on the charges during a Jan. 7 arraignment.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO
Navarro sentencing continued, February setting
A sentencing hearing for a Sandpoint resident guilty of two felonies related to abuse of a child has been continued to Feb. 5 following a review of a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO
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.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO
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.
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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.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO
BCSO seeks public input on grant projects
Local officials are seeking public input regarding grant funding through the Waterways Improvement Fund for two proposed projects.
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Noxious Weeds gives annual report
In its annual report presented Monday, Jan. 5, the Bonner County Noxious Weed Department outlined the status of several noxious weed types while reporting on areas where treatments have been maintained.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO
ISP to honor Bucher
Idaho State Police Specialist Travis Bucher will be honored Wednesday, Jan. 8, for saving the life of a Sagle resident on May 26, 2025.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 2 DAYS AGO
BOCC votes to undo Dec. 4 Fair Board decision
In a special meeting held Dec. 30, with the Bonner County commissioners and Fair Board, commissioners voted to undo a Dec. 4 decision that instructed the county’s human resource director to revise fairground employees job descriptions to report directly to the Board of County Commissioners.
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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.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO
Lavare faces additional charges, pleads innocence
A registered sex offender who resides in Sagle was arraigned, and pleaded not guilty, to five additional sex offenses — outside of nine other charges he already pleaded not guilty to — on Dec. 31.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 6 DAYS AGO
BOCC votes to undo Dec. 4 Fair Board decision, legal clarity
In a special meeting held Dec. 30, with the Bonner County commissioners and Fair Board, commissioners voted to undo a Dec. 4 decision that instructed the county’s human resource director to revise fairground employees job descriptions to report directly to the Board of County Commissioners.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS AGO
Parks and Waterways approved for grants, online reservation contract
During Tuesday’s business meeting, Bonner County’s Parks and Waterways Department was approved to enter into an online reservation contract regarding Garfield Bay Campground. The department was also approved for two Recreational Trail Program grants.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
Fournier enters Alford plea on amended charges
SANDPOINT — A Bonner County resident scheduled for a mid-January trial has entered an Alford plea on amended charges of two misdemeanors relating to the battery of a child.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
County to discuss fair board responsibilities
The Bonner County commissioners will hold a special meeting today, Dec. 30, to discuss the county’s expectations of members of the fair board, among other agenda items.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO
Kenney sentenced 10 years, injury to child
A Hope man has been sentenced to serve 10 years in prison for an injury to child charge stemming from a mid-January incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO
JAN NIBJ: Mentorship in business, launching entrepreneurs towards success
About 99.2% of Idaho businesses fall under the category of a small business, according to the Small Business Administration.
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JAN NIBJ: Mentorship in business, launching entrepreneurs towards success
About 99.2% of Idaho businesses fall under the category of a small business, according to the Small Business Administration.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO
Wyman qualifies for USA Games, Minneapolis
Six months from now, 32 athletes will represent Idaho at the USA Special Olympic Games in Minnesota. Among those athletes is Sandpoint’s own Campbell Wyman.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 4 DAYS AGO
A journey beyond the dryer
A local author is bringing lost socks — and big emotions — to life in a new children’s book. Sockland: The Journey Beyond the Dryer blends playful storytelling with a deeper message about courage and change.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Yoman Bluffs subdivision approved, zoning commission
The Bonner County Zoning Commission approved a 23-lot subdivision off Sherwood Beach in Coolin during a Dec. 18 meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Zone change approved, PR Animal Rescue
A zone change request for a 35-acre property off U.S. 2 from Suburban to Commercial was unanimously approved by the Bonner County Zoning Commission during a Dec. 18 meeting.
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Verbal approval for state disaster in Bonner County, Clark Fork floods
The Office of Emergency Management has indicated to Bonner County commissioners that they received verbal approval of a state disaster emergency for Bonner County flooding near Clark Fork by Idaho Gov. Brad Little.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
BOCC denies call for comment's retraction
During Tuesday’s business meeting, a majority vote denied a Board of County Commissioners action item requesting the county’s human resources director to retract a public opinion he made during a Dec. 4 special meeting.
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Deerfield Subdivision approved unanimously
A reconsideration hearing regarding a 24-lot subdivision ended in a unanimous vote of approval as county commissioners agreed that the revised application met county guidelines.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO
The tenacious veterinarian’s story
Sometimes, the mountains we face in life are meant to be conquered so that others know they can endure difficult circumstances, too.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO
Zone change approved, PR Animal Rescue
A zone change request for a 35-acre property off U.S. 2 from Suburban to Commercial was unanimously approved by the Bonner County Zoning Commission during a Dec. 18 meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 4 DAYS AGO
Gravel pit remanded to zoning commission
A conditional use permit for a gravel pit located off Curtis Creek Road in Priest River has been remanded back to the Bonner County Zoning Commission following an appeal of a hearing examiner’s approval of the file.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Scott headed to trial on eight charges
A Spokane resident facing a handful of charges for alleged crimes committed in Bonner County is expected to face trial early next month.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO
Land use hearing continued, outage issues
A land use hearing scheduled to take place Wednesday was continued today by Bonner County commissioners following technological issues relating to this week’s windstorm.
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R&B approves motor grader purchase
The Bonner County Road and Bridge Department has accepted a bid to purchase a motor grader from Papé Machinery.
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Avista in process of restoration, assessments
As power outages sweep the county following this week’s windstorm, officials from Avista Utilities are advising that crews and staff are responding to all outages to restore power as quickly as possible.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
Waterways committee hears project requests for WIF
Bonner County’s Waterways Advisory Committee met for a special meeting Thursday, Dec. 11, to hear and discuss projects around the county that are slated to request grant money from Idaho’s Waterway Improvement Fund.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
Dear Santa ....
There’s still time to help your children write letters to jolly Saint Nicholas for the holiday season. Whether you’re practicing gratitude this season or your household is just in the Christmas spirit, we’ve provided some magical tips to make your child’s letter to Santa extra special.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
County disaster declaration officially approved
Bonner County commissioners have unanimously approved a county-wide disaster declaration regarding recent extreme weather and its potential danger to life, property and structures.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
A secret worth keeping — a recipe only a mother could make
The motherly instinct to provide the best for your children is what makes this Nanaimo bar recipe special to several residents in Bonner and Kootenai counties, along with many other locations around North America.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO
County appoints three to volunteer boards
Three community members were appointed to serve on Bonner County advisory boards, filling vacant positions on the Waterways Advisory Committee and the Zoning Commission.
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County approves separate insurance, ambulance district
In a special meeting related to the Bonner County Ambulance Service district, county commissioners approved a medical benefits change, symbolizing another step forward in separating itself from the county.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Cowell trial continued to February
Katherine Cowell’s anticipated trial that was slated to occur this year has been continued to a February setting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Road and Bridge approved for bridge grant application
Federal aid for a bridge grant application to replace the bridge over the Boyer Slough in Kootenai was unanimously approved by county commissioners.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Flooding sparks emergency in Bonner County
Historical flooding around North Idaho and Montana has triggered a county-wide flooding state of emergency in Bonner County due to various roads being washed out.
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Evacuations ordered after historic flooding in North Idaho
Historical flooding around North Idaho and Montana has triggered a county-wide flooding state of emergency in Bonner County due to various roads being washed out.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Historical flooding sparks concerns with residents
Historical flooding around North Idaho and Montana has triggered a county-wide flooding state of emergency in Bonner County due to various roads being washed out.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
ASIST free to Bonner County
Bonner County will be offering a free, two-day training regarding suicide intervention and prevention Monday, Jan. 12 and Tuesday, Jan. 13.
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County discusses Dec. 4 special meeting
The tension was palpable at Tuesday’s Bonner County commissioners meeting as community members waited to share their opinions about last Thursday’s special meeting regarding the structure of the Bonner County Fair Board.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
County to restructure fair board role, responsibilities
County officials, spearheaded by the Human Resources department, will begin work to properly define the role of the county’s fair board and clarify who oversees fairground personnel.
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Solid Waste discusses operation hours
During its monthly update meeting, Solid Waste Department officials discussed operating hours at the Clark Fork solid waste site. The department’s newly implemented fee schedule was also mentioned.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Buxton to face pretrial, sex abuse
A man accused of sexual abuse and recording the alleged crime is slated to appear in court today, Dec. 9, for a pretrial hearing.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
County to restructure fair board role, responsibilities
County officials, spearheaded by the Human Resources department, will begin work to properly define the role of the county’s fair board and clarify who oversees fairground personnel.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Planning to appoint Pound, zoning commission
The Bonner County Planning Department is expected to recommend James Pound to the county’s Zoning Commission during Tuesday’s business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Gross pretrial conference continued
A pretrial hearing involving a Moyie Springs man charged in connection with a fatal crash on Highway 95 has been postponed to a later date due to pending pretrial motions and additional discovery.
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Ambulance district signs intent letter for RAN
During its bimonthly meeting with Bonner County commissioners, the county’s ambulance service district approved its fourth claims batch and a letter of intent from Columbia Bank.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Gross pretrial conference continued
A pretrial hearing involving a Moyie Springs man charged in connection with a fatal crash on Highway 95 has been postponed to a later date due to pending pretrial motions and additional discovery.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Gross pretrial conference continued
A pretrial hearing involving a Moyie Springs man charged in connection with a fatal crash on Highway 95 has been postponed to a later date due to pending pretrial motions and additional discovery.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
County seeks architects for building remodel
The Bonner County Engineering Department is one step closer in its efforts to make the county's administration building more ADA-accessible.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
County approves final plat subdivision, zone interpretation
A subdivision located off Kelso Woods Drive and Contour Lane received unanimous approval for its final plat during Tuesday’s business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
County discusses America250, Idaho program
During Bonner County’s business meeting Nov. 25, county commissioners discussed the America250 Program and how to manage remote workers.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Lawson sentenced rider, voyeurism
A Bonner County resident who pled guilty to a felony charge of voyeurism has been sentenced to retained jurisdiction for incidents that occurred throughout the year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Bridging the gap between compassion and action — BHT’s lifeline to keeping its doors open
In 2022, 20 Idaho programs served 615 domestic violence survivors in a single day, 53% of whom received housing support. During that same period, 232 requests for help were unfulfilled; 36% were for housing and shelter.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sheriff approved for parts, medical service contract
Holding a majority of action items at Tuesday’s business meeting, the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office received approval of a variety of requests.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
K. Cowell to appear at third pretrial conference
A pretrial conference for a Boundary County woman charged with child sexual abuse is slated to take place Dec. 1 in preparation for a trial that has already been postponed twice.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
County renews two snowplow contracts
In preparation for the snowy weather to come, Bonner County Road and Bridge was approved to renew snowplow contracts for two county roads.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
K. Cowell to appear at third pretrial conference
A pretrial conference for a Boundary County woman charged with child sexual abuse is slated to take place Dec. 1 in preparation for a trial that has already been postponed twice.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Avista to perform county vegetation management work
Starting Dec. 2, about 20 vehicles will canvas Bonner County as part of utility vegetation management work by Avista Utilities.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
HR discusses biometric screening, monthly updates
In its monthly meeting dedicated to Human Resource Department updates, Director Jonathan Holmgren updated Bonner County commissioners on several ongoing projects.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
County approves PR airport projects
During Bonner County’s Tuesday business meeting, county commissioners approved two action items aimed at improving operations at the Priest River Airport.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
DEC NIBJ: From ornaments to outreach — Festival of Trees keeps philanthropy alive
The sparkling lights that will soon illuminate the streets and local businesses of downtown Sandpoint serve more than just a glimmer of what a resort community can look like for its traveling skiers and locals looking for holiday spirit.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
DEC NIBJ: From ornaments to outreach — Festival of Trees keeps philanthropy alive
The sparkling lights that will soon illuminate the streets and local businesses of downtown Sandpoint serve more than just a glimmer of what a resort community can look like for its traveling skiers and locals looking for holiday spirit.
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Coolin man arrested, aggravated assault
A Bonner County resident arrested Nov. 20 has been charged with assault and arson felonies for an alleged incident that occurred at his Coolin residence.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Man arrested on lewd conduct, witness intimidation
An Oldtown man has been charged with a sexual violence felony for alleged abuse of a 15-year-old minor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Martinez-Perez pleads not guilty, lewd conduct
A 20-year-old man from Guatemala who was arrested early last month on charges related to child sexual abuse has entered a not guilty plea on the matter.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
County renews legal services with Sandpoint
County prosecutorial services will once again be shared with the city after Bonner County commissioners approved an almost $90,000 contract between the two entities during Tuesday’s business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
ISPFS announces FY25 tox reports, 12% increase
Idaho State Police Forensic Services reported a 12% increase in toxicology cases for fiscal year 2025, the highest in a decade, as drug-related impaired driving and prescription medication use continue to rise across the state.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
MLS agreements approved, Priest River DMV porta-potty discussed
To strengthen property assessments and streamline tax appeals, Bonner County commissioners approved the renewal of two MLS agreements that provide the assessor’s office with detailed sold data on real estate transactions across the county.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Deerfield reconsideration hearing canceled
A hearing to reconsider the denial of a 24-lot subdivision on Baldy Mountain Road has been cancelled and postponed to a later date.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Oldtown man arrested, child enticement
A man residing in Oldtown was arrested Nov. 8 for a handful of felonies and misdemeanors relating back to an incident involving drugs and communication with a minor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
BOCC replaces MLD process
In a longstanding process to alter Bonner County code to address concerns of minor land divisions, county commissioners have officially voted to strike the division process from county code.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Members appointed to Grooming Advisory Board
Seven appointments, five of which are reappointments, will fill the seats on the Priest Lake Grooming Advisory Board — a board that maintains snowmobile trail systems.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Groups meet over YMCA locker room concerns
Local officials and agencies respond to a locker room incident at the Sandpoint YMCA involving a transgender individual. Idaho law and federal protections clash as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to weigh in. Safety, policy, and legal clarity are at the forefront of community discussions.
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Golden Tee Estates 11th Edition denied after will serve letter fails to meet county requirements
Bonner County commissioners unanimously denied a 22-lot subdivision linked to a 20-year development plan after project representatives failed to bring a will serve letter showing that the project phase could move forward.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Solid Waste shares end-of-year totals
During its monthly Solid Waste update with Bonner County commissioners, department officials told the board that the amount of overall solid waste declined in the past year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Groups meet over YMCA locker room concerns
Local officials and agencies respond to a locker room incident at the Sandpoint YMCA involving a transgender individual. Idaho law and federal protections clash as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to weigh in. Safety, policy, and legal clarity are at the forefront of community discussions.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
YMCA incident prompts concerns, policy questions
A social media post shared throughout multiple county forums has sparked debate of inclusiveness and safety as it pertains to Sandpoint city code and a local gym.
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Northside Fire discusses post-levy recommendations
After its second failed attempt to pass a permanent levy, Northside Fire District commissioners met Thursday to discuss the district’s future at a special meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
YMCA incident prompts concerns, policy questions
A social media post shared throughout multiple county forums has sparked debate of inclusiveness and safety as it pertains to Sandpoint city code and a local gym.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
R. Cowell sentenced to 22 years
In a courtroom filled with over 25 people, a well-known Naples man who pleaded guilty to lewd conduct has been sentenced to serve 22 years in prison for the crimes.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
R. Cowell sentenced to 22 years
In a courtroom filled with over 25 people, a well-known Naples man who pleaded guilty to lewd conduct has been sentenced to serve 22 years in prison for the crimes.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Commissioners spearhead lengthy business meeting agenda
In an action-packed meeting, Bonner County commissioners approved a variety of action items for multiple county departments.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
ISPFS announces FY25 tox reports, 12% increase
Idaho State Police Forensic Services reported a 12% increase in toxicology cases for fiscal year 2025, the highest in a decade, as drug-related impaired driving and prescription medication use continue to rise across the state.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Pair sentenced in abuse case
Two men who pleaded guilty to injury of an underage girl have been sentenced to serve a combined 17 years in prison, with one being granted a retained jurisdiction.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County approves R&B quiet zone framework
Bonner County commissioners unanimously approved a new framework that would allow community members to pursue railroad quiet zone requests at their own expense.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Martin sentenced in abuse case
A woman who pleaded guilty to causing harm to a child has been sentenced to serve 10 years in prison for incidents occurring in early 2025.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
TIM Forestry grant encourages youth outdoor education
The Jack Buell Forest Education Grant empowers Idaho youth through hands-on forestry education, supporting projects that connect students with nature and natural resource careers.
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TIM Forestry grant encourages youth outdoor education
The Jack Buell Forest Education Grant empowers Idaho youth through hands-on forestry education, supporting projects that connect students with nature and natural resource careers.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Pumpkin to talk about, Halloween events around the county
Although most won’t be gathering around a bonfire to ward off ghosts, a killer amount of Halloween celebrations and events can be found around the county for community members and their kids to have a fa-boo-lous Friday together.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Kuehn sentenced to rider, seven years underlying
A Blanchard man guilty of lewd conduct with a child has been sentenced to serve seven years in prison with a retained jurisdiction.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Lavare pleads not guilty
A man with prior sex offense convictions and new allegations of additional crimes, including unlawful possession of a firearm, pleaded not guilty Wednesday, Oct. 23.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
NOV NIBJ: A hub of resources for those who give their all
In a state where social isolation continues to affect many, one nonprofit is bridging the gap for those who’ve served on the front lines.
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NOV NIBJ A hub of resources for those who give their all
In a state where social isolation continues to affect many, one nonprofit is bridging the gap for those who’ve served on the front lines.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Martin to be sentenced on charges
A Bonner County woman found guilty of child abuse is scheduled to be sentenced Oct. 28 for charges stemming from an incident earlier this year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Lengthy cell tower proposal postponed
A proposed 140-foot cell tower in Sandpoint has been postponed following multiple appeals and a court-ordered remand. No new hearing date has been set.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Lengthy cell tower proposal postponed
A cell tower proposal that has faced multiple appeals and a court-ordered remand has been postponed, despite being scheduled for an Oct. 22 hearing before Bonner County commissioners.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Sentencing set for Ramsey in child injury case
A Kootenai man pleading guilty to an amended injury to child charge is set to be sentenced today, Oct. 21.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Ambulance announces Q2 metrics
During an Emergency Service Management Advisory Committee meeting Wednesday, Deputy Chief Allan Brinkmeier reported several data points used to evaluate the quality and efficiency of the emergency service.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Cell tower hearing postponed
Bonner County has postponed a hearing for a proposed 190-foot cell tower near Northgate Road in Priest River.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Ambulance approves dispatch agreements, corrects vehicle titles
Falling into a familiar pattern, the Bonner County Ambulance District completed a short meeting Wednesday, approving several dispatch agreements and other miscellaneous items.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Bonner County Day of Remembrance for Kirk approved, sparks debate for future designated remembrance days
A proclamation of remembrance for a conservative, Christian activist has prompted discussion about how Bonner County will approach honoring the lives of local and public individuals who have led honorable lives before passing.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Notice to proceed approved, airports
Bonner County commissioners unanimously voted to proceed with the obstruction removal project at Sandpoint Airport.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Local couple’s persistence leads to Turning Point chapter in Sandpoint
A local couple on a mission to bring faith-based conversation to the community through a nationwide nonprofit is one step closer to achieving their goals.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Golden Tee Estates hearing continued, legal clarity
Developers eager to complete a 23-lot subdivision tied to a 20-year development plan must wait until a November setting to allow time for a new Bonner County legal representative to go over the original development documents.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
County approves Road and Bridge fund adjustments
Bonner County commissioners have approved the Road and Bridge Department’s request to carry over and adjust project funds into the new fiscal year, ensuring completion of several major projects in 2026.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Prior child sex offender faces additional charges
A prior registered as a sex offender who resides in Sagle was arrested earlier this week on additional allegations of sexual misconduct toward two minors under sixteen.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Three Coeur d'Alene residents arrested in sting operation
A former Sandpoint resident was one of 13 Idaho and Washington residents who were arrested last week and charged with crimes related to attempted child rape in a muti-agency sting operation dubbed Operation Liberty Lake.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Local couple’s persistence leads to Turning Point chapter in Sandpoint
A local couple on a mission to bring faith-based conversation to the community through a nationwide nonprofit is one step closer to achieving their goals.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Law sentenced maximum for manslaughter
A man guilty of voluntary manslaughter has been sentenced to serve the maximum sentence in prison for the murder of a former girlfriend.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County to include Friday after Thanksgiving in holiday schedule, moves holiday in June
Bonner County workers will be awarded a four-day weekend in late November after Bonner County commissioners approved to remove a June holiday to give staff the Friday after Thanksgiving off.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Former Sandpoint resident arrested in sting operation
A former Sandpoint resident was one of 13 Idaho and Washington residents who were arrested last week and charged with crimes related to attempted child rape in a muti-agency sting operation dubbed Operation Liberty Lake.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Proposed event center awaits additional approval
Applicants proposing an event center on private property will have to wait until next week to learn whether their file has been approved by the Bonner County hearing examiner for a second time after adjustments had been made to the file.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Kootenai man arrested, battery on peace officer
A Kootenai man was arrested late last month on charges relating to disturbing the peace and resisting arrest.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
New gravel pit proposed in Priest River
After a public hearing Wednesday, residents living near Curtis Creek and Hoodoo Valley roads are awaiting a decision on a proposed gravel pit that has sparked concerns about noise and air quality.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
County prepares for snow, approves multiple items
Although snow has yet hit the ground, several county departments are preparing for the cold season ahead.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Prosecutor approved for CAC grant, attorney agreement
A local nonprofit with a mission to provide a safe environment for victims of violence through support and a variety of services has been approved to accept a grant of more than $200,000.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Bahia Del Sol final plat approved
In a majority vote by Bonner County commissioners, a 23-lot subdivision was officially approved for development in the Bottle Bay Road neighborhood.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
OCTOBER NIBJ: Wine in Idaho — gifts, clubs, tastings and more
Where there’s a will, there’s a way. And Beth Giacomo has proven her way in the wine industry by catering to enthusiasts and novices alike, spreading joy through a glass of wine.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
OCT NIBJ: Wine in Idaho — gifts, clubs, tastings and more
Where there’s a will, there’s a way. And Beth Giacomo has proven her way in the wine industry by catering to enthusiasts and novices alike, spreading joy through a glass of wine.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Francis faces third pretrial conference in lewd conduct case
A man facing multiple lewd conduct charges is scheduled to appear in court today, Sept. 30, in another pretrial conference.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Ambulance District approves medical director, medical transport contracts
The Bonner County Ambulance board has approved a medical director agreement between the district and Ronald D. Jenkins, MD.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Korn cleared of alleged state criminal law violations
Commissioner Ron Korn announced Tuesday that he has been cleared of claims that he improperly disclosed confidential information related to an emergency moratorium on minor land divisions.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Westra sentenced 25 years in lewd conduct case
A former Bonner County resident has been sentenced to serve 25 years in prison for sexual abuse charges stemming from a 2009 incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Van Essen pleads guilty, felony injury to child
A Bonner County resident charged with sexual exploitation of a minor has pleaded guilty during an arraignment hearing Tuesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Laclede approved as mail-ballot precinct
For the Nov. 4 elections only, the community of Laclede has been approved as a designated mail ballot precinct due to its limited number of registered voters.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Boat crash victim identified
Jose “Gomie” Gomez, 52, has been identified as the victim of a fatal boating crash Saturday, Sept. 20, as the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office announced an investigation into the incident is underway.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Boat crash victim identified
Jose “Gomie” Gomez, 52, has been identified as the victim of a fatal boating crash Saturday, Sept. 20, as the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office announced an investigation into the incident is underway.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Domke voted in as new commission chair
In a regular Tuesday business meeting, Commissioner Brian Domke was appointed to serve as the chair of the Bonner County Board of Commissioners.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County approves final ambulance district TAN payment
In a special Bonner County ambulance district meeting Thursday, county commissioners approved the district’s latest claims batch and final interest payoff from a 2025 tax anticipation note.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Navarro pleads guilty, aggravated battery
A man charged with seven different felonies stemming from a November 2023 incident has pleaded guilty as part of a pretrial settlement in the case.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Solid waste proposes fee increases
In a special solid waste meeting last Thursday, Bonner County commissioners and the Solid Waste Department discussed the increase of the solid waste fee schedule.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Eagles rehabbed, released in North Idaho
Two bald eagles have taken flight again after spending several months rehabilitating at a local raptor rehabilitation center.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
BCRCC honors Kirk as a Christian martyr
The Bonner County Republican Central Committee has passed a resolution honored Charlie Kirk, 31, as a Christian martyr for his life, faith and work.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Katherine Cowell trial delayed to December
A jury trial slated to take place later this month for a Boundary County woman charged with child sexual abuse was postponed to Dec. 8 to give defense counsel enough time to review evidence and discovery documents.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Two eagles released in Sagle
Two bald eagles have taken flight again after spending several months rehabilitating at a local raptor rehabilitation center.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Nasin sentenced two years of probation in City Beach assault
A man charged with several crimes related to sexual battery has been sentenced to two years of probation for an assault that occurred last year at City Beach.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Katherine Cowell trial delayed to December
A jury trial slated to take place later this month for a Boundary County woman charged with child sexual abuse was postponed to Dec. 8 to give defense counsel enough time to review evidence and discovery documents.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Man charged in sexual abuse case, lengthy violence history
A man with a lengthy history of domestic violence has been charged with several counts of sexual abuse stemming from incidents allegedly occurring in 2020.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Return to sender: Local man reunited with 72-year-old postcard
A postcard that has traveled through many decades and states has finally made its way home to its original owner after being lost in the mail for 72 years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Return to sender, local man reunited with 72-year-old postcard
A postcard that has traveled through many decades and states has finally made its way home to its original owner after being lost in the mail for 72 years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Return to sender: Local man reunited with 72-year-old postcard
A postcard that has traveled through many decades and states has finally made its way home to its original owner after being lost in the mail for 72 years.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners deny subdivision in 2-1 vote
In a Tuesday land use hearing, Bonner County commissioners moved to deny a preliminary plat involving a proposed 24-lot subdivision off Baldy Mountain Road.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Law pleads guilty to manslaughter charge
A former Bonner County resident has pleaded guilty under an Alford plea to voluntary manslaughter of a 2019 missing person.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Commissioners set to appoint new zoning, planning board members
After a four-hour session of public interviews, Bonner County Commissioners have selected six individuals to recommend for appointment to the planning and zoning commissions. Official appointments will be voted on during a Sept. 23 business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Design phase approved for two roadway projects
Several roadway projects in Bonner County are entering the design phase following the approval of agreements by the Bonner County Road and Bridge Department to support the development of two specific projects.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Man charged in child sexual exploitation case
A Bonner County resident charged with four felonies is set to be arraigned Thursday for charges relating to an early August incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Missing teen found in North Dakota
Bailey Mohler, 16, was safely located in Williston, N.D., family members of the missing teen announced in a Facebook post Wednesday evening.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Law pleads guilty to manslaughter charge
A former Bonner County resident has pleaded guilty under an Alford plea to voluntary manslaughter of a 2019 missing person.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Springer sentenced four years in high-speed chase case
A Washington resident is facing up to four years in prison for crimes stemming from a high-speed chase that took place March 21 in Bonner and Boundary Counties.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
State controller goes in-depth, Transparent Idaho
Transparency in Idaho isn’t new; county residents just might not have known how to access it.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County approves part-time prosecutor
The Bonner County Prosecutor’s office will be going international after county commissioners approved a deputy prosecutor to work both part-time and remotely.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County approves survey at Sandpoint Airport
Sandpoint Airport is one step closer to becoming self-sustaining after Bonner County commissioners approved a new contract Tuesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search continues for missing teen, seeking public assistance
A Sandpoint family is continuing its search for 16-year-old Bailey Mohler after her disappearance last Friday in the Karebear Lane, N. Sandpoint area.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search continues for missing teen, seeking public assistance
A Sandpoint family is continuing its search for 16-year-old Bailey Mohler after her disappearance last Friday in the Karebear Lane, N. Sandpoint area.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Springer sentenced four years in high-speed chase case
A Washington resident is facing up to four years in prison for crimes stemming from a high-speed chase that took place March 21 in Bonner and Boundary Counties.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Commissioners deny two Rural 5 zone changes
In a land use hearing held Wednesday, Bonner County officials denied two separate requests to rezone properties from Rural 10 to Rural 5, citing noncompliance with zoning criteria.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
State controller goes in-depth, Transparent Idaho
Transparency in Idaho isn’t new; county residents just might not have known how to access it.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
State controller goes in-depth, Transparent Idaho
Transparency in Idaho isn’t new; county residents just might not have known how to access it.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Bonner County ranked ninth in substance-related arrests
With nearly eight arrests per 1,000 residents, Bonner County placed among the top 10 in Idaho for substance-related crimes last year, new data shows.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
County opens board, commission interviews to public
After several months of consideration, Bonner County commissioners voted to allow members of the public to witness the interview process of appointed boards and commissions in the county.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
SEPTEMBER NIBJ: Telehealth in rural Idaho, an improved way of healthcare
From the tranquil presence of nature to the warmth of local gatherings and the generalized affordability, rural Idaho has plenty to offer. The picturesque beauty of all that the land has to offer is just one of the reasons to settle down and build roots in the Idaho Panhandle.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Ambulance district touches on board structure
In a bi-weekly Wednesday meeting, the Bonner County Ambulance District met to discuss establishing an official vote to determine the structure of the district.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County approves part-time prosecutor
The Bonner County Prosecutor’s office will be going international after county commissioners approved a deputy prosecutor to work both part-time and remotely.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Spokane man arrested on multiple substance abuse charges
A Spokane resident is facing charges in Bonner County for a handful of incidents allegedly committed in a Sagle campground.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Prelim set for woman charged with DUI and fleeing crime scene
A Sandpoint woman is facing multiple charges for allegedly driving under the influence and fleeing the scene after striking a pedestrian in mid-July.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Deerfield subdivision hearing continued to September
A land use hearing involving a proposed subdivision off Baldy Mountain Road has been continued to a later setting due to the lack of complete data.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Commissioners declare emergency on wildfires in county
Bonner County commissioners have declared a local disaster emergency in the wake of the Sunset and Lightning Creek wildfires in the county, following a verbal declaration made last Wednesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Sawbuck Estates approved for additional lots
Sawbuck Estates will be adding new properties to its community off Kelso Lake Road after Bonner County commissioners unanimously approved a nine-lot subdivision Wednesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
Veach enters Alford plea on amended charges
A Bonner County resident facing sexual abuse charges against a minor has entered an Alford plea to an amended abuse charge.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
N. Idaho Baby Box blessed, second in state
Women in the surrounding Sandpoint area now have the option of total anonymity to safely surrender their child.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff’s app available to public
Six months after Bonner County commissioners approved a request by Bonner County Sheriff’s Office to purchase a mobile app, the department has announced the availability of the tool that will help community members stay connected and notified of emergency events in the area.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
23-lot subdivision approved off Bottle Bay
Community members off Bottle Bay Road will be welcoming an abundance of new neighbors after a 23-lot subdivision known as Bahia Del Sol was approved to come into the neighborhood.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
Inland Power to begin pilot program in county
SANDPOINT — In a Tuesday business meeting, county commissioners voted to support an electric cooperative company’s request to run a pilot program at the Hoo Doo substation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Slaughter sentenced seven years in DV case
A man charged in a domestic violence incident has been sentenced seven years in prison for an altercation that occurred late last year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Man pleads innocent to voyeurism charge
A Bonner County resident was arraigned Tuesday and pleaded not guilty for three felony offense and assault charges that allegedly occurred throughout the past year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Board approves more county department grants
Two county departments were granted approval to accept state and federal grants that will go toward department affiliated improvements for the community.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Local Baby Box blessed, second in state
Women in the surrounding Sandpoint area now have the option of total anonymity to safely surrender their child.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County commissioners censured, conflicting opinions
A pair of county commissioners have officially shared their opinions on a May censure, disputing the Bonner County Republican Central Committee’s claims and basis behind the move.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Tifft sentenced 20 years in child sex abuse case
A county resident guilty of sexually abusing a minor has been sentenced to serve 20 years in prison.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
County approves multiple grants at business meeting
County commissioners approved a series of grants and actions items at Tuesday’s business meeting, authorizing the go-ahead for departments like Road and Bridge, Emergency Management and Airports to move forward with a number of projects.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
RICO suit alleges widespread use of falsified information
Several Bonner County residents are demanding a jury trial to address their claims that false information and faulty labor created by a minor land division has led to trouble since they purchased homes in the Ponderay subdivision.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
County revises rural code, eliminates RV park conditional usage
Developers and entrepreneurs alike will no longer be allowed the opportunity to turn a profit in rural Bonner County through the establishment of recreational vehicle parks or camp sites.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
AUGUST NIBJ: The economic backbone of North Idaho — small businesses
North Idaho is unique in its offerings, providing a blend of nature and entrepreneurial opportunities to residents seeking ownership. Many individuals have taken hold of the advantages that the area has to offer, opening shop to cater to the ever-growing communities within Idaho’s five northern counties.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Springy Point announces intent to open, day use only
Despite the late April announcement that Springy Point would be closed this year due to shortage of park rangers and maintenance personnel, the Waterways Advisory Committee announced Wednesday that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has plans to open the park for day use in the near future.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Kuehn pleads guilty to amended sex abuse charge
A Blanchard man has pled guilty to an amended sex abuse charge relating to a December 2024 incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Remodel design approved for county admin building
Change is on the horizon for the Bonner County administration building as commissioners agreed on a remodel design that would maximize efficiency inside the county facility. Commissioners also discussed operation hours for county departments located in the building.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Ramsey pleads guilty to amended abuse charges
A Sandpoint resident has pleaded guilty to an amended injury to child charge as part of a plea agreement for an early January offense.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Airports suggest fee increase, lease term change
During a special meeting, the Airport Advisory Board discussed several fee increases at the Sandpoint and Priest River airports that would only go into effect if approved by the board of county commissioners during a public hearing.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Byrd accepts plea deal in attempted strangulation case
A Sandpoint resident has pleaded guilty to abuse and witness intimidation charges stemming from an April incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Prosecutor’s office approved for signing, relocation bonus
In a special meeting on Monday, county commissioners approved a $10,000 signing/relocation bonus for new attorney hires in the prosecutor's office in an effort to keep up with higher salaries throughout neighboring counties.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
County approves Rural 5 zone change
In a Tuesday land use hearing, county officials approved a lot outside of Sandpoint city limits for a zone change of Rural 10 to Rural 5 so that a local family could build their home on a relative’s property.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Vacation rental permit appeal denied
Bonner County commissioners denied a vacation rental permit appeal which requested that a vacation rental maximum capacity be adjusted to 12 people instead of nine for a rental property in Coolin.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Schroeder pleads guilty to incest charge
A former Bonner County resident has pleaded guilty to an amended sexual abuse charge stemming from a 2019 offense that stemmed over the span of an estimated one- to two-year period.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Man arrested for fleeing county officials
An Oldtown resident is facing charges after allegedly fleeing officials and exceeding posted speed limits and failing to stop and use a turn signal on June 25.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Myers sentenced to 20 years
A Bonner County man found guilty of sexual abuse of minors is facing 20 years in prison.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Local man charged with seven counts of grand theft
A man allegedly involved in faulty logging contract entered a not guilty plea for a handful of grand theft charges relating to alleged timber thefts spanning across a month in 2023.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
City postpones tentative budget approval to late July
City council members voted Wednesday evening in a 4-2 vote to postpone the tentative approval of the city’s 2026 fiscal year budget until July 30 to allow elected officials an appropriate amount of time to review a tentative budget amount.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Classic wooden boats take over boardwalk this weekend
Join the Inland Empire Chapter Antique and Classic Boat Society July 11-13 at Sandpoint City Boardwalk for a family friendly event featuring a collection of restored antique and classic boats.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Fire to host post levy town hall
Two months after Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS failed to pass a levy that would improve response times and fund personnel, the fire commissioners are holding a town hall July 12 at 2 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library to discuss next steps forward.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County reverses RV park decision
In a 2-0 vote, county commissioners reversed the Bonner County Zoning Commission’s approval of a 20-unit RV park off Clagstone Road and Al’s Welding Road in Blanchard.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
LillyBrooke to receive unanticipated funds
LillyBrooke Family Justice Center was approved during Tuesday’s business meeting to accept two grants.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County approves watercraft inspection MOU
County commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding between Bonner County Sheriff’s Office and Idaho State Department of Agriculture for watercraft inspection stations.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County approves watercraft inspection MOU
County commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding between Bonner County Sheriff’s Office and Idaho State Department of Agriculture for watercraft inspection stations.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Ambulance district reviews financial standings
In a condensed meeting, the Bonner County Ambulance District reviewed their financial standings and forecast for the 2025 and 2026 fiscal years.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
City adopts parking management plan
City council members moved to adopt the city of Sandpoint downtown parking management plan, a paid parking system that city officials said will promote a more efficient utilization of public parking facilities and fund ongoing maintenance and development of public amenities.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Celebrate the fourth safe and smart
Fireworks are a staple of Fourth of July celebrations, but without proper care, they can quickly turn a festive night into a dangerous one.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint declares Boyer culvert emergency
In last week’s special council meeting, Sandpoint elected officials approved a declaration of emergency for the failing Sand Creek culvert on North Boyer Road.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Bonner Park West approves food vendor
Bonner Park West will now have a food vendor seven days a week in place of a park host.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Russell Center to continue current course
City council members moved to maintain the James E. Russell Sports Center’s current course of operation under the guidance of recreation facilities supervisor Ryan Wells while also opening the door to engage with other sports, provided that they don’t interfere with the center’s intended racquet usages.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Turtle races, fireworks and fun: Clark Fork continues with tradition
The cheers of children echoing in the air as their turtles cross the finish line is just part of what embodies the special feeling of Clark Fork’s annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Monarch Grind ride to take place this weekend
Itching to get in a 59-mile bike ride this summer? There’s still time to sign up for the Monarch Grind, a charity event that takes place in beautiful Clark Fork.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Westra pleads guilty, second sex abuse case
A former Bonner County resident has pled guilty to one count of lewd conduct with a minor as part of a plea deal. The charges are correlated to a 2009 incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County discloses security threat
County commissioners announced in Tuesday’s business meeting that they had received information of a threat on June 18, to which they held an executive meeting to trespass the individual.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
JULY NIBJ Population trends in Idaho
It’s no secret that North Idaho has become a hot spot for tourists to lay down their roots and embrace the rural lifestyle that the Gem State has to offer. It’s apparent that the upper Idaho region has grown, with life-long residents often making the statement “it’s not what it …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
City to hold special meeting, adopts June 18 agenda
Sandpoint City Council will be holding a special meeting on June 25 at 5:30 p.m. after its June 18 bi-monthly council meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Medieval merriment comes to Sandpoint
Dust off your tunics and polish your swords—Sandpoint’s annual Renaissance Faire returns this weekend, promising two days of medieval merriment, jousting and old-world charm.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Church security volunteer charged with battery
A security volunteer at Real Life Ministries in Post Falls is facing a battery charge for an alleged incident this past fall on church property.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Cell tower CUP decision upheld
On Friday, county commissioners unanimously reaffirmed a decision to deny a conditional use permit for a cell phone tower proposed for construction in the Oldtown area.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Snyder pleads guilty to strangulation charge
An Oklahoma man has plead guilty to a charge that stems from an alleged rape incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
County approves financial separation delay with ambulance district
Bonner County Ambulance District was approved to delay its financial separation from Bonner County until the start of fiscal year 2026.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners deny request to waive private road standards requirement
In Tuesday’s business meeting, county commissioners unanimously denied a short plat applicant’s request to waive the private road standards requirement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Meyer sentenced 15 years in arson case
A woman charged with second-degree arson for starting the fire that burned down the Army Surplus 1 store has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Man enters not guilty plea to child sex abuse charges
A Bonner County resident has plead not guilty to child sex abuse charges that occurred during a three-year timespan.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Journey of Hope cyclists stop in Sandpoint
A cycling group’s yearly pit stop at Sandpoint makes all the difference to the Panhandle Special Needs, Inc. community.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Jail, justice system inadequate, safety concerns raised
Bonner County Jail is deemed inadequate to meet the needs of justice service workers and impedes inmates’ constitutional rights, according to a recent jail assessment overview that occurred Thursday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
County approves major savings, short agenda list
County commissioners completed another efficient business meeting on Tuesday, where they approved a short list of agenda items.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Martin pleads guilty to child abuse, assists in related case
A Bonner County woman charged in a child abuse case has plead guilty in the case and agreed to assist the state in a related case.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Library kicks off reading program, color fun run
With the coordination of the above municipalities, 125 local children and 70 parents on June 7 spent their Saturday morning covered in multi-colored chalk as they ran a half mile around Travers Park in honor of the library's summer reading program that started June 1.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Idaho Free Fishing Day
In Idaho, the second Saturday of June is reserved as the state’s only Free Fishing Day. This year, cast a line into the water June 14 without the purchase of a fishing license and enjoy the adventure of catching a fish, or multiple.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Court vacates Panhandle Bike Ranch use permit
On June 2, a district court judge vacated a 2024 approved conditional use permit that allowed the establishment of a 170-acre bike park located in rural Sagle.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Warkentin charged with two additional felonies
A Bonners Ferry resident charged with vandalizing a Dover business was granted a hearing continuance due to a new case that was filed against her Wednesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Ambulance district on ‘positive trajectory’
A short and sweet Bonner County Ambulance District meeting took place Wednesday with county officials being the only ones in attendance.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Commissioners hold concise business meeting
Tuesday’s business meeting looked different this week, with a total meeting time of 33 minutes as the agenda included only three presentations from county entities.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Oklahoma man charged in domestic violence case
Joshua Charles Snyder, 32, was arrested on May 14 for allegedly raping and abusing an 18-year-old girl from Sandpoint.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Fire chief corrects online misconceptions
After recent levy failures, local fire district chief Jeff Armstrong utilized Tuesday’s Bonner County business meeting to continue efforts to extinguish accusations of mismanagement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County maintains efforts to remain transparent, change in admin structure
Several discussion points at Tuesday’s Bonner County business meeting followed along the same premise: transparency of the county for the community.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
JUNE NIBJ: Before you renovate: Understanding the why, what and how of home remodeling
There are many reasons for renovating your home. Whether upgrading to sell or improving functionality for the future, remodeling can certainly have its benefits.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Slaughter enters Alford plea on domestic violence case
A Priest River man entered an Alford plea Friday, May 23, on charges stemming from a domestic violence incident that occurred late last year.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County to consider Dog Beach maintenance
Bonner County may no longer be in charge of maintaining Dog Beach Park after learning that there’s no contract in place for the county to maintain a BNSF Railway right-of-way.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Kenney pleads not guilty to rape charge
A Hope man has plead not guilty to a statutory rape charge stemming from a mid-January allegation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County leaders recieve insight on ambulance district structure
Bonner County Ambulance District heard from two attorneys in Wednesday’s meeting, where they were given insight on the district’s legal structure.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
BCSO to purchase drone
At Tuesday’s business meeting, BCSO was approved to purchase a drone from General Pacific for $17,288.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
No county residents losing property due to taxes this year
For the first time in recent history, Bonner County will not be tax deeding or selling any property in 2025.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Local fire levies headed to voters Tuesday
Bonner County property owners living in Sagle, Westside and Northside fire districts are being asked to vote May 20 on their respective fire levies, a proposed budget increase that will have lasting impacts on residents no matter the outcome.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
‘Poppy’s Table’ opens to public
A ribbon cutting ceremony took place May 12 to commemorate the re-opening of a free table at the Colburn Solid Waste facility.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
BOCC discuss broadband, cell tower policies in wake of new state law
In a May 13 business meeting, a Bonner County resident gave an overview of House Bill 180 and its potential impacts on the community.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Slaughter to change plea in domestic violence case
A Priest River man is set to change his plea May 23 on domestic violence charges that stem from an incident in late December.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Man charged in child abuse case, arrested in Nebraska
A Bonner County resident was arrested late April in relation to a child abuse incident that allegedly occurred April 23 near Priest River.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Springer’s arraignment continued to late May
A Washington resident was granted a continued arraignment Thursday on charges stemming from a high-speed chase that took place March 21.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Ambulance district approved for commercial insurance
The Bonner County Ambulance District continues to make exponential progress in their ongoing effort to detach the organization from the county government.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Northside Fire recognizes citizen, parks discuss host contract
A Ponderay man was acknowledged Tuesday for disregarding his own safety to help a neighbor in need.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
WaFd awarded Best Bank in Idaho’s Panhandle
To the employees at Washington Federal Bank Sandpoint, their professions go further than just a job description
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Athol man charged for multiple burglaries
A man from Athol is being held at the Bonner County Jail on charges related to several alleged burglary incidents.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Mitchell sentenced in domestic violence case
A Sandpoint man has been sentenced to 24 months of supervised probation for charges stemming from a domestic violence case.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Girl brings light to BOCC meeting, solid waste committee dissolved
Sometimes, a breath of fresh air can come in the form of a little girl who’s passionate about free items at a dump.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Boundary County woman arrested for damaging Dover business
A Bonners Ferry woman was arrested earlier this month for allegedly damaging a Dover business in March.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Woman arrested on child abuse charges
A Bonner County resident was arrested Wednesday for two charges relating to an alleged child abuse incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Man charged in domestic violence case
A man from Kootenai was arraigned and released on Thursday for charges related to a domestic abuse incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
PRO: BCEMS works to resolve deficit, preserve services
Last November marked a turning point for Bonner County EMS after the emergency service district learned it was facing an emergency deficit of funds and would be forced to chart a new course forward.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint couple neglects to file taxes
A Sandpoint couple has been ordered to file their delinquent tax returns after neglecting to file for 2021 and 2022.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Courthouse facility dog set for retirement
After almost ten years of service, Bonner County’s courthouse facility dog Ken will be hanging up his vest and retiring on April 25.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BOCC acknowledges violation, voids land division moratorium, sets new one for May
In a public meeting held on Monday, county commissioners unanimously voted to nullify the minor land divisions and family exemption moratorium. As a result, a new moratorium will be put into place on May 19.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint man bound over to District Court on domestic battery charges
A Sandpoint resident is set to be arraigned on May 13 on charges relating to a domestic battery incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Hope man arrested in relation to rape case
A 39-year-old man from Hope was arrested on April 7 for a rape charge relating to a mid-Jan. allegation.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
WBCSD partners with Idaho-based homeschool program
At Wednesday’s board meeting, West Bonner County School District approved a homeschool assistance partnership with a K-8 Idaho-based program.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
BCSO automates background checks, airport enters two agreements
Bonner County commissioners approved a laundry list of agenda items at Tuesday’s business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
BCAD sets budget hearing, discusses high priority items
With a short agenda for Wednesday’s meeting, the Bonner County Ambulance District discussed a budget hearing and the district’s overall wellbeing
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Cell tower decision unanimously reversed
County commissioners voted unanimously last Thursday to reverse the approval of a conditional use permit near Oldtown for a communication tower.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
EMS fees increase, non-resident rate approved
At Wednesday's Bonner County EMS fee increase hearing, county commissioners voted to raise the price for public services by 15% and to institute a non-resident fee per service.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Man enters Alford plea on child sex abuse case
A man accused of sexually abusing a minor has entered an Alford plea Tuesday, April 8.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Meyer pleads guilty to amended arson charge
The woman charged in connection to a July 4 fire that burned down the Army Surplus 1 store pled guilty Tuesday to an amended charge of second-degree arson.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Meyer to change plea on arson charge
A Sandpoint woman charged with starting an arson fire to a downtown business is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday, April 8, to change her plea.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Montz arraigned on bail jumping charge
A former Bonner County local was arraigned last Thursday for failing to appear at a sentencing hearing in 1995.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Zoning commission approves RV park reapplication
In a 4-1 vote, Bonner County zoning commissioners approved a conditional use permit that would allow the installation of a 20-unit RV park off Clagstone Road and Al’s Welding Road in Blanchard.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Hoel sentenced 10 years in child abuse case
A Priest River man has been sentenced to serve ten years in prison after pleading guilty to a child abuse charge.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
BCEMS moves forward in separation from county
Bonner County EMS continues to make headway in separating itself from the county by discussing and tabling a contract to work with a third-party company for its bookkeeping and payroll services.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
County to form official consultant proposal, moratorium information brought to light
After much debate, county commissioners agreed to move forward in drafting a proposal to hire a third-party consultant to review the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, a discussion that was originally tabled at last Tuesday’s business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sentencing continued, jail fails to submit psychosexual evaluation
A Priest River resident has been found guilty of a sexual assault charge related to accusations filed in mid-August 2024.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Former county man pleads not guilty to four sex abuse charges
A former Bonner County resident plead not guilty to charges related to an alleged lewd conduct offense that took place over an estimated one-to-two-year time span.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Man arrested after burglary attempt turns into high-speed vehicle pursuit
A Washington resident was arrested by Boundary County law enforcement March 21 after a vehicle pursuit that began in Ponderay.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BOCC prohibits new RV parks in rural, rural residential and agricultural/forestry zones
At Tuesday’s standing-room-only business meeting, a majority vote by county commissioners disallowed new RV parks and campgrounds in areas zoned as rural, rural residential and agricultural/forestry.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County approves emergency moratorium, last minute agenda amendment
Emergency efforts were a major point of discussion at Tuesday’s business meeting as county commissioners approved a temporarily confidential moratorium for minor land divisions.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
APRIL NIBJ: Region shines with summer fun
Summer in North Idaho is packed with events that celebrate the region’s growing community and unique culture.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Kootenai man arrested on two domestic violence charges
A Kootenai man is facing two domestic violence charges related to an alleged mid-March incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
BOCC to review 20 action items
Bonner County commissioners are expected to make a decision on 20 action items during their March 18 business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Pair pleads not guilty in lewd conduct case
Two Bonner County residents plead not guilty Tuesday for charges related to an alleged Jan. 10 lewd conduct offense.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
BCAD to switch meeting times
The Bonner County Ambulance District met on Tuesday for a concise, hour-long meeting that resulted in a new meeting schedule.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Kuehn enters a not guilty plea
A Blanchard man has pleaded not guilty to six charges of sexual abuse against a minor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Arraignment set in aggravated assault case
A man from Blanchard is set to be arraigned today, March 11, in connection to an alleged aggravated assault earlier this year at an EZ Stop in Blanchard.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Warrant issued after Spirit Lake man skips arraignment
A warrant was issued Friday after a Spirit Lake man failed to appear at an arraignment hearing connected to an alleged stalking incident in mid-January.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Blanchard man awaits arraignment, six counts of sex abuse
A Blanchard man is set to be arraigned Tuesday, March 11, on six charges of sexual abuse against a minor.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
BOCC holds thorough, efficient meeting
It was a relatively quick meeting as the Board of County Commissioners approved several action items in less than two hours at its Tuesday business meeting.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
BCAD discusses non-resident fee
The Bonner County Ambulance District took steps forward Wednesday after county commissioners approved a letter allowing it to obtain quotes for several insurance categories.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Arraignment set in sex abuse case
A California man is set to be arraigned on Wednesday, March 5, for alleged lewd conduct with a child under 16 between from 2017 to 2019 in the greater Sandpoint area.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Community rallies to help teen, family
A benefit is planned to support a local family as their son recovers from a life-altering car accident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Pair arrested in lewd conduct case
Two Bonner County residents are facing lewd conduct-related charges related to a Jan. 10 offense.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Time constraint leads to quicker BCAD meeting
The Bonner County Ambulance District met for its first official weekly meeting, kicking it off with seven major agenda items. However, the meeting ended with a quick run-through of agenda items due to time constraints.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BCSO app approved, funds transferred for noxious weeds
The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office has been approved to purchase a mobile app after being denied twice by county commissioners. The commissioners also approved the transfer of noxious weed funds and heard from multiple public commentors.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint man charged in domestic violence case
A Sandpoint man has been accused of attempting to strangle a woman in an alleged domestic violence incident.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Plea entered on behalf of crash suspect
A First District judge entered a not guilty plea at a Thursday arraignment hearing for a Boundary County man in connection to charges related to a fatal November car crash on Highway 95.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BCAD to meet weekly, discrepancies in communication
The Bonner County Ambulance Service District will be moving to weekly meetings in a move prompted by concerns over discrepancies with agenda items and personnel changes.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Arson suspect pleads not guilty
The suspect in an arson fire has pled not guilty to the July 4, 2024, blaze which destroyed the Sandpoint Army Surplus building.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Local film to screen at Panida Theater
In honor of Sandpoint Winter Carnival, Panida Theater will be showing a film that highlights Sandpoint’s history from its prehistoric days to its centennial anniversary.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
BOCC approves four airport work orders
The Board of County Commissioners approved several work orders for the Sandpoint and Priest River airports in connection to airport safety and hangar leases.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Information sought on break-in, vandalism
HOPE — Two buildings in Hope were vandalized and broken into last Wednesday. The suspect was caught on camera but is unidentifiable.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Shelter, municipalities adjust to stray dog changes
In the three months since Bonner County and the cities of Ponderay and Sandpoint allowed their contracts with a local shelter to expire, there has been uncertainty as all parties have worked to navigate what happens next.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Road and Bridge warns of potentially dangerous road conditions
Bonner County Road and Bridge officials are warning Bonner County residents to be careful as a forecast of constantly shifting weather could create danger.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Priest River man charged in strangling case
A Priest River man is facing a handful of assault-related charges stemming from an alleged Dec. 29, 2024, assault.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
BOCC presses for quick meeting, tables two action items
The Bonner County commissioners met briefly Tuesday in a meeting cut short by a special emergency meeting. Commissioners tabled action items to approve the sheriff’s office county and fair purchases after commissioners expressed concern.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Pepperdine enters Alford plea on two battery charges
A Sandpoint man has entered a plea to two amended battery charges connected to an offense dating back to Aug. 4, 2024.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Moores ordered to pay $15M in civil case
A former Bonners Ferry chiropractor and his wife must pay the bereaved family of Brian Drake more than $15 million after a First District Court judge earlier ruled they were civilly liable for damages.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Moores ordered to pay $15M in civil case
A former Bonners Ferry chiropractor and his wife must pay the bereaved family of Brian Drake more than $15 million after a First District Court judge earlier ruled they were civilly liable for damages.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Ambulance District Board discusses 2025 budget plans
The Bonner County Ambulance Service District commissioners met Wednesday to examine EMS budget updates.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
BCSO deputies retire, over 45 years of collective service
Two Bonner County law enforcement officers were honored last week by the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Judge ponders decision in Moore civil case
A judge has taken under advisement on the amount of damages to award the family of a Coeur d’Alene man killed in a 2020 shooting in Boundary County.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
BOCC approves next steps in Spirit Lake Cutoff safety project, clarifies open board positions
Bonner County commissioners voted Tuesday in approval of a professional service agreement to negotiate services for acquisition regarding the Spirit Lake Cutoff curves safety project. Clarifications for open board positions were also provided.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Judge ponders decision in Moore civil case
A judge has taken under advisement on the amount of damages to award the family of a Coeur d’Alene man killed in a 2020 shooting in Boundary County.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Airport grant applications move forward
The Bonner County Airport Advisory Board, in a meeting on Monday, discussed plans for moving forward after county commissioners signed four FAA grant applications during a meeting last Tuesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Save lives, feel good as Vitalant sets several stops in county
The Vitalant blood drive will be making a handful of stops in Bonner County in the next two months to promote generous blood donations
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Rodeo representative to raise travel funds
It’s never too early to start preparing for the Sandpoint Rodeo. The Rhinestone & Royalty fundraiser is taking place on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Emergency firewood available to those in need
While January is almost to an end, freezing temperatures are not going anywhere. And, for those in need, North Idaho Firewood Rescue is on hand to provide emergency firewood.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Emergency firewood available to those in need
While January is almost to an end, freezing temperatures are not going anywhere. And, for those in need, North Idaho Firewood Rescue is on hand to provide emergency firewood.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BOCC denies two zone changes near Trestle Creek
The Board of County Commissioners, in a public hearing on Wednesday, denied two zone changes near Trestle Creek proposed by Snowmass Enterprises LLC.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
New county, courts reporter joins the Daily Bee
Hello! My name is Chloe Cochran, and I am excited to embark on my new journey as the county/courts reporter for the Daily Bee. I was born and raised in beautiful Washington State, where I spent most of my time playing softball and enjoying the lakes and scenery that surrounded …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
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