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Redevelopment vision emerges for long-abandoned mill site

With Classical Academy as anchor, the mixed-use zone could also meet affordable housing demand with high-density rentals

The Bonners Ferry Planning and Zoning Commission approved a new city zoning map April 17 that would convert the 80-acre industrial lot behind the Boundary County Fairgrounds into a mixed-use zone if adopted by the City Council.

PRO Restoration to create more opportunities for wildlife, recreators alike

The Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge has long been a Boundary County attraction for recreators of all kinds throughout the region. Looking ahead, the refuge will undergo restoration in 2025 to improve the beloved fish and bird habitat and create more enjoyment opportunities for wildlife and enthusiasts alike. However, it will take time, so the refuge will be closed for the summer.

Fatal accident on U.S. 95

One person was killed and another injured in a fiery three-car accident in the 495000 block of U.S. 95 late Monday morning.

Wildlife refuge to close for summer restoration

Some say it should stay open; others say the project is not enough.

Recreators have emerged with the arrival of spring in North Idaho, but for those planning to enjoy the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge this summer, they’ll have to wait out the dry season, as a five-month habitat restoration project is scheduled to break ground this June.

Region braces for trade war's financial fallout

Canadian traffic takes first dip since pandemic

As the peak tourism season approaches, Boundary County businesses are already feeling the impact of Canadian shoppers staying home in recent months.

USDA changes felt in North Idaho

Outdoor recreation, logging, farming face uncertain path forward

North Idaho’s outdoor recreation and agrarian industries will take new form as federal efforts, initiated earlier this month, aim to reduce bureaucratic fraud and waste through layoffs and paused funding.

Idaho lawmakers return to North Idaho

Sauter and Woodward share legislative progress, challenges after five weeks in session.

The state budget, judicial system, and education were among the topics discussed by Idaho District 1A House Rep. Mark Sauter and District 1 Sen. Jim Woodward Saturday at the Bonners Ferry Visitors Center.

Construction workers rescued from Moyie Springs sewer lagoon

Public works officials and first responders rescued a local pair Thursday, Jan. 23, from a Moyie Mill sewer lagoon filled with toxic gas.

Mistrial declared in murder case

The jury in the Shannon Dabbs murder and arson trial was unable to reach a unanimous verdict, with 10 jurors favoring conviction and two undecideds.

Bonners Ferry works to expand rental market

As the nation’s housing costs continue rising, Boundary County remains relatively stable.

Affordable new duplexes have hit the market in Bonners Ferry, adding to the area’s growing list of renter-friendly developments, as much of Idaho faces inflated housing costs.