Fundraisers set to help deputies

PRIEST RIVER — Local senior citizens are teaming up to raise funds for two Bonner County deputies shot Jan. 16 while on duty in Blanchard.

Priest River Senior Center leader Gary Bell said the center will host a bingo fundraiser Friday, March 31 at 6 p.m., with proceeds raised dedicated to Bonner County Deputy Justin Penn. The cost is $10 per person with all proceeds, including those earned from the sale of refreshments to go to the deputy and his family.

A second fundraiser, a spaghetti feed set for Saturday, April 1, to assist Penn and fellow deputy, Michael Gagnon.

The dinner will be held from 4-6 p.m. and cost $10 per person.

All are welcome.