North Idaho Briefs November 29, 2011

Package stolen from porch

COEUR d'ALENE - A package containing a camera and equipment worth more than $1,000 was reported stolen off the porch of a Coeur d'Alene area home.

A resident in the 4800 block of West Cougar Circle reported Sunday that he believed the package delivered by UPS was taken Nov. 10.

He told police he didn't report the package missing for a few weeks because he only recently determined it was delivered earlier in the month.

The camera was a Nikon D5100 with a case and two lenses worth $1,013.

Police say residents shouldn't leave packages on their porches during the holidays, as they are often targeted by thieves.

'Banner Bearer' winners honored

COEUR d'ALENE - Friday night's Lighting Ceremony Parade hosted the first 'Banner Bearer' award recipients.

Nominated for their hard work in school and athletic activities, those chosen led the Lighting Ceremony parade, carrying the parade theme banner.

The inaugural winners were Sidney Lee Jurgens and Megan Limesand from Timberlake High School. Both are freshmen and both played Volleyball this fall. Megan was also selected as the November student of the month.

To nominate a student/athlete for next year's program, call 415-0116 or email to [email protected].

Community Chat is Wednesday

COEUR d'ALENE - The Coeur d'Alene School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent Hazel Bauman will host the next Community Chat from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Hayden Meadows Elementary School, 900 E. Hayden Ave.

Comments are welcome on all topics. Patrons are encouraged to share thoughts on the district's strengths and weaknesses.

The district will begin its strategic planning process in January.