North Idaho economist: Don't overreact

John Mitchell says most signs indicate a sound economy

The former chief economist for US Bank has monitored the ups and downs of the financial world for more than five decades. He doesn’t see a market crash in the cards.

PR Police warn of scam

The Priest River Police Department is warning residents to be on the alert for phone scams involving callers posing as law enforcement in an effort to coerce victims into giving them money.

Legals for August, 9 2024

Kohberger attorney to lead defense in second Idaho capital case

The lead attorney for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, now will simultaneously lead the defense in a second high-profile North Idaho capital murder case.

Vandal Healing Garden and Memorial dedication set for Aug. 21

Students from the College of Art and Architecture designed and built the garden as a place of healing and reflection and to honor the memories of all Vandals who have died while enrolled at the university.

Property owner withdraws controversial Spirit Lake sandbar project

Community members show up to oppose dredging

Overwhelming community opposition to the potential removal of the sandbar at Spirit Lake's Brickel Creek has stopped the project in its tracks.

Post Falls blogger requests stay of $1.1 million judgment

The Post Falls blogger who was found liable for defamation has asked the court to stay the enforcement of a $1.1 million judgment against her while she appeals, saying she’s unable to pay.

Bonner County Calendar - Aug. 8, 2024

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Neal Marcy, 65

Neal Warren Marcy passed away on July 31, 2024.

Shakespeare in Sandpoint

MSIP brings love, loss, forgiveness — and sword fighting

As a result, MSIP is bringing forth the humor in “Hamlet.” “We’ve really mined the comedy and the lightness in it,” said O’Toole. “To find the ‘jester Hamlet’ has been fun.”

Best Shot - Aug. 8, 2024

Great photos shared by the many talented photographers in the community.

Bonner County History - Aug. 8, 2024

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

School voucher promoters smell blood in the water

Those promoting schemes to use Idaho taxpayer money to pay for private and religious schooling appear to be gearing up for a decisive push in the 2025 legislative session. A variety of out-of-state, dark-money groups helped to defeat several home-grown Idaho legislators who were dedicated to improving Idaho’s public schools. Those defeats may have frightened Idaho’s Governor and Superintendent of Schools to buy into the schemers’ plans to raid the Idaho treasury to benefit private and religious schools.

County needs to work with BTAA to help stray dogs

It’s recently come to my attention that Bonner County is in the process of renegotiating its contract with Better Together Animal Alliance to intake stray dogs. I’m writing to express my support for choosing BTAA to continue to provide this service.

Council OKs Priest River SRO

City officials made quick work of business at Monday's council meeting, including approving an agreement with West Bonner County School District regarding a school resource officer.

McArthur Lake project in the home stretch

MCARTHUR LAKE — While construction on the McArthur Lake project is in the home stretch, it isn’t without a dose of pain for area drivers.

Bonner County News of Record - July 22, 2024

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay, and Priest River police departments; and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

Legals for August, 8 2024

Bonners Ferry High’s Roberts takes second at national eventing competition

Roberts’ ultimate goal is to make it to the Olympics one day, potentially the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Area veteran seeks to raise funds for Honor Flights

Having served stateside as his two brothers served abroad in the Vietnam War, Joe Deacon spoke to the Rotary Club Friday about his experiences during the trip of a lifetime on an Honor Flight from Spokane to Washington, D.C.