Selle Valley meeting has residents concerned
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Over 150 residents attended a meeting held by the Bonner County Planning Department at Northside School on Tuesday night. The meeting’s intent was to gather …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Over 150 residents attended a meeting held by the Bonner County Planning Department at Northside School on Tuesday night. The meeting’s intent was to gather …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Two Bonner County Sheriff’s deputies who were shot while serving a warrant in Blanchard are recovering, according to a statement released by Kootenai County Sheriff’s …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Bonner County from Tuesday evening until Thursday morning.
Winter Storm Kori is expected to …
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
The Bonner County vs. SilverWing trial concluded Tuesday night with a jury awarding $250,000 to SilverWing.
After a full week of testimony, evidence analysis and …
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
It was no surprise to Sandpoint officials when Thorne Research announced it was moving to South Carolina.
The possibility was on Sandpoint City Administrator Jennifer …
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
A heavily utilized commercial kitchen at the former Sandpoint Business Incubator might return if demand still exists.
The Bonner County Economic Development Corporation is seeking …
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
A resolution to the longstanding legal battle between Bonner County and SilverWing is in sight with the beginning of a jury trial this week.
Jurors …
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
Rep. Heather Scott, R-Blanchard, said accusations of her supporters harassing Democrats are yet another symptom of an ugly election cycle.
The comments follow claims from …
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
Despite a defeat in last month’s primary election, Terry Ford is hoping the second time might be the charm.
The sheriff’s candidate announced this week …
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