The Western News

Scott Shindledecker is the editor of The Western News. He covers public safety, city, county, sports and outdoors news. He is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in journalism. He has been the sports and outdoors editor for the Courier-Express newspaper in DuBois, Pa., and worked for Hagadone Montana newspapers in Northwest Montana. He can be reached at 406-293-4124 or sshindledecker@thewesternnews.com.

ARTICLES BY SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER

Fentanyl dealer gets prison time

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Libby man receives state prison sentence for assaulting girlfriend

But at Monday’s sentencing, Boris announced…
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Eureka man gets prison time for magic mushroom grow

Davis’ criminal history as well as testimony by his 74-year-old father, Dennis George Davis, played prominently in the hearing.
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New court filings in Port suit allege more wrongdoing by county

And some of it could potentially lead to criminal charges against...
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No jail time for Libby man guilty of cocaine possession

Cuffe ordered Maxim to pay the fee while pointing out that he had the duration of the sentence to do it.
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Libby swim pond not quite ready for public use

Noble is also hoping people who use the facility will do so with care.
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LOR, Viergutz mark three years of supporting Libby

LOR and Viergutz have distributed $1.9 million in grants, also known as solutions...
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Sale of asbestos clinic's assets on hold

While many wait on U.S. District Court Judge Dana Christensen’s rulings on Libby’s shuttered asbestos clinic, new court filings indicate the July 2 sheriff’s sale will be put on hold.
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County to hold public hearing on reforming Port Authority Board

According to the proposed resolution, the intent is to increase public participation and efficient governance of the Port Authority.
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County OKs pay raises, $400k change order for landfill work

Teske said that the landfill expansion encountered an unanticipated layer of mud and as a result, the engineer submitted a change order resulting in about $400,000 over the available grant and ARPA funds.
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Troy set to host annual July 4 festivities

Admission is free for this 100% volunteer-run, family-friendly event hosted by the Troy Chamber of Commerce and the City of Troy in beautiful Roosevelt Park.
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Sale of Libby asbestos clinic's assets on hold

While many wait on U.S. District Court Judge Dana Christensen’s rulings on Libby’s shuttered asbestos clinic, new court filings indicate the July 2 sheriff’s sale will be put on hold.
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Idle hands are not his

In 2021, the passing of Fr. Richard Kluk left St. Joseph’s without a priest.
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No jail time for Yaak man guilty in police pursuit

Covey pleaded guilty, but mentally ill, April 7 to...
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Libby man pleads not guilty in son's shooting death

When District Judge Matt Cuffe asked the defendant if he...
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