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Daines pushes bill to address overdue maintenance at national parks
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines on Nov. 21 introduced a bill with bipartisan support that seeks to reauthorize a program to…
Experiencing Ketchikan with Coeur d'Alene's Michael Bunker
There's no guide quite like Bunker, who is charming, humorous and a terrific conversationalist. Bunker will bait your rod and reel in your catch but forget abo…
Water service appeal hearing to go on
During the hearing, Norman Semanko, an attorney representing the developer, argued that since the development included a proposed looping system of pipes desig…
Sandpoint hotel development gets parking reduction
The project at 56 Bridge Street — which includes a hotel, restaurant, and events space near City Beach — initially required 244 parking spaces under city code.…
'Tots' donations show community's heart
Each year, the club partners with the community's residents and businesses to ensure every youth in the community has a merry Christmas through its Toys for To…
Gas prices up as Idahoans hit the road
The national average currently sits at $3.05 per gallon, which is about two cents more than a week ago, but two cents less than a month ago and five cents less than a year ago.
AARP volunteers wanted
Last year, more than 200 Tax-Aide volunteers helped over 15,000 taxpayers across Idaho. They join the more than 27,000 Tax-Aide volunteers across the country, helping millions of taxpayers each year.
Domke declines early appointment to BOBC seat
If he's appointed, Brian Domke made it clear Friday that he will not serve — at least until he is slated to be officially sworn in as Bonner County District 1 …
City impersonated in attempted scam
According to a city press release, the email stated that the developer must pay a $25,000 “appeal fee” for the project. The city of Sandpoint had recently deni…
First CWD case detected in Idaho domestic elk
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture confirmed that one domestic bull elk has tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease in Madison County, according to …
DUI emphasis patrols planned
The North Idaho DUI Task Force will make a final push against impaired driving during the holidays.
'Christmas Carol' finds new vibe in LPO production
Performances will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20; 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21; 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21; 1 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 22; and 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 22.…
Donations give 'Tots' needed boost
If you haven't donated and would like to do so, please do. Every penny, every dollar adds up and if we all pitch in, we can make this, once again, a successful…
DEQ seeking data to evaluate water quality
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is seeking scientific data to help evaluate water quality in the state's rivers, streams, lakes and reservoirs for the 2026 Integrated Report.
Developer seeks approval for industrial building
The proposed building — referred to as “Project Bulldog” in planning documents — would be constructed on a vacant 7.57-acre lot at the corner of Great Northern…