El Niño expected to bring warm, dry winter
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff Coming off a winter season that left local lovers frustrated and sad, the last thing residents want is more of the same. But if climate predictions hold true, that...
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Lethal altercation in Spirit Lake under investigation
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff An adult male died in Spirit Lake this week following a lethal altercation with the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s office officials say that on Tuesday, an unnamed male...
State planning conference to take place in Sandpoint
By Ben Olson Reader Staff There are few other aspects of city government more impactful than City Planning. Whether dealing with the direction of the city streets, the sidewalks, the flow of traffic, or...
Former BGH CFO sought by authorities for embezzlement of $220k
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff Bonner General Health officials are pursuing charges against the hospital’s former chief financial officer, Norilina Harvel, who is accused of embezzling more than $200,000 from the nonprofit. An employee...
Local agencies, BNSF train for oil clean-up
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff A little preparation goes a long way if the worst should happen. And for Sandpoint, “the worst” isn’t a huge exaggeration when it comes to a severe oil...
Idaho school vaccination exemption rate highest in nation
By Harrison Berry For Boise Weekly One of Republican presidential contender Donald Trump’s most brazen moments at the Sept. 16 candidates’ debate came during an exchange with fellow GOP nomination hopeful Ben Carson. When...
Museum exhibit to offer period dress and photos
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff A stroll through the dresses and suits that adorn the Bonner County History Museum is like a trip through time. Looking at the garments that clothed Bonner County residents...
POAC’s “Dancing with Sandpoint Stars” returns
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Dance fans, get ready to swing those hips. Pend Oreille Arts Council’s hit fundraiser “Dancing With Our Stars” is back for another year. Featuring six local celebrities, “Dancing With...
Convoy of Hope aims to bolster family values
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff Hope comes in many forms, as Pastor Eric Rust of Cedar Hills Church can tell you. He hopes to address hope in every manifestation, be it emotional, physical, tangible...
City administrator candidate to receive public vetting
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader staff Looks like the hiring process for that Sandpoint city administrator position won’t be entirely closed-door after all. According to Sandpoint Mayor Carrie Logan and City Council President Shelby Rognstad,...
