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Fall fishing derby ends
December 3, 2024 1 a.m.

Fall fishing derby ends

The LPOIC Thanksgiving derby’s official standings will be released by Friday, but unofficial results are in.

Matchwood to hold first SantaCon
December 1, 2024 1 a.m.

Matchwood to hold first SantaCon

Sandpoint will be welcoming its first SantaCon this year, organized by Matchwood Brewing Company.

Thanksgiving Day hit-and-run crash reported
November 30, 2024 1 a.m.

Thanksgiving Day hit-and-run crash reported

An alleged hit-and-run accident in Sagle resulted in multiple 911 calls and a three-wheeled car driving down U.S. 95 on the night of Thanksgiving.

Officials urge caution during holiday travel
November 29, 2024 1 a.m.

Officials urge caution during holiday travel

With the holidays in full swing there are more travelers on the road and a need for greater vigilance, according to an Idaho State Police press release.

LPOIC fall fishing derby halfway done
November 28, 2024 1 a.m.

LPOIC fall fishing derby halfway done

It has been a grey but eventful first few days for anglers participating in the Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's fall derby.

Bonner County to stay open the day after Thanksgiving
November 28, 2024 1 a.m.

Bonner County to stay open the day after Thanksgiving

County commissioners debated closing the county for the day after Thanksgiving during a largely lighthearted business meeting Tuesday, deciding against it for this year.

Tax bills go out to Bonner County residents
November 26, 2024 1 a.m.

Tax bills go out to Bonner County residents

After property tax bills went out to Bonner County residents last week, many expressed frustration or confusion with what they found inside on social media.

Notice of improper action sent to governor
November 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Notice of improper action sent to governor

Three of Bonner County Republican Central Committee’s 30 committeemen sent a notice of improper action to the governor's office Wednesday Nov. 19.

One dead, multiple injured in head-on collision
November 22, 2024 3:46 p.m.

One dead, multiple injured in head-on collision

A two-vehicle crash resulted in the death of a juvenile and multiple injuries Friday morning, Nov. 22.

Trestle Creek project extended for two years
November 22, 2024 1 a.m.

Trestle Creek project extended for two years

The contentious development project located at the mouth of Trestle Creek received a two-year extension at Tuesday’s BOCC business meeting.

Selkirk fire chief weighs in on EMS predicament
November 21, 2024 1 a.m.

Selkirk fire chief weighs in on EMS predicament

Selkirk Fire Chief Jeff Armstrong weighed in on Bonner County EMS’ fiscal woes during a presentation he gave at Tuesday’s BOCC business meeting.

Arson defendant not fit to proceed
November 21, 2024 1 a.m.

Arson defendant not fit to proceed

The Sandpoint Army Surplus arson case was delayed again Nov. 13. This time for six months.

Lengthy BOCC meeting focuses on EMS
November 20, 2024 1 a.m.

Lengthy BOCC meeting focuses on EMS

The Bonner County Commissioners held a lengthy business meeting Tuesday dominated by discussion of Bonner County EMS’ ongoing cash crunch.

Appeals court affirms murder conviction
November 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Appeals court affirms murder conviction

The Idaho Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Eric Loren Benzo, 49, for a 2021 murder in Oldtown, Idaho, on Nov. 1.

Bonner County continuing to explore options on EMS situation
November 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Bonner County continuing to explore options on EMS situation

Bonner County commissioners presented an initial plan on how to handle a cash crunch facing Bonner County EMS at a special meeting Thursday.

Panida to celebrate birthday with dance-filled night
November 15, 2024 1 a.m.

Panida to celebrate birthday with dance-filled night

Headliner is funky, soulful Raquel Rodriguez

The Panida will host multifaceted independent artist Raquel Rogriguez and opening act Lucas Brown and the Night Mayors to celebrate its birthday Saturday.

Charges dropped against kidnapping, rape suspect
November 14, 2024 1 a.m.

Charges dropped against kidnapping, rape suspect

Charges against Josue Vado-Urbina, 21, of Nicaragua were dismissed with prejudice Nov. 6, two days after he was charged with kidnapping and rape.

Fireball lights up North Idaho sky
November 14, 2024 1 a.m.

Fireball lights up North Idaho sky

Social media was abuzz with reports of a bright green flash witnessed in the sky over North Idaho Wednesday morning.

BOCC appoints new zoning commissioner
November 13, 2024 1 a.m.

BOCC appoints new zoning commissioner

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners appointed Kevin Burkamp to the Bonner County Zoning Commission at a Nov. 5 business meeting.

Man charged for stealing truck, ramming gate at Annie's Orchard
November 13, 2024 1 a.m.

Man charged for stealing truck, ramming gate at Annie's Orchard

A man has been charged with grand theft and malicious injury to property following an incident that took place at Annie’s Orchard outside Clark Fork on Nov. 2.

BOCC approves emergency loan to save Bonner County EMS
November 9, 2024 1 a.m.

BOCC approves emergency loan to save Bonner County EMS

Bonner County EMS received a funding lifeline at an emergency Bonner County commissioners meeting Friday, Nov. 8.

BOCC approves emergency loan to save Bonner County EMS
November 8, 2024 6:34 p.m.

BOCC approves emergency loan to save Bonner County EMS

Bonner County EMS received a lifeline of funding during an emergency Bonner County Board of Commissioners meeting Friday night, Nov. 8.

BCRCC, Bradshaw at odds over commissioner seat
November 8, 2024 1 a.m.

BCRCC, Bradshaw at odds over commissioner seat

Bonner County Republican Central Committee Chair Scott Herndon has announced a special meeting to choose nominees to replace Steven Bradshaw as commissioner for District 1.

Republicans sweep county races
November 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Republicans sweep county races

Tuesday’s election saw record turnout in Bonner County with Republican candidates prevailing all the way down the ticket.

Preliminary results show a strong outing for Republicans
November 6, 2024 1 a.m.

Preliminary results show a strong outing for Republicans

Over 10,000 voters, almost a third of Bonner County’s total registered voters, voted early or by absentee ballot this election.

Man charged with kidnapping, rape
November 5, 2024 1 a.m.

Man charged with kidnapping, rape

A man is facing charges of rape and kidnapping after Sandpoint Police officials said they received a report of an individual being sexually assaulted and held against their will.

Tease photo
November 1, 2024 1 a.m.

New county, courts reporter joins the Daily Bee

Hi, my name is Grant Coursey and I am the new county/courts reporter for the Daily Bee.