Gerald Wiedenhoff

Gerald Wiedenhoff

Gerald (Jerry) Wiedenhoff made a difference in each life that he touched. He passed away on Nov. 21, 2015, at home. His parents, Max and Maxine, and his older brother John preceded him in death. He was born Dec. 11, 1945 in San Diego, Calif. After graduating from University of San Diego High School, he proudly served his country in the Air Force, stationed in France. After being honorably discharged, Jerry joined the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department for several years prior to moving to Hayden Lake, Idaho.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: A heart for the homeless

“Ben” has dedicated his life to serving others. “I’m an alcoholic,” he said, as frank as he is humble. “I wanted to give back. I had taken quite a bit in life. I decided I wasn’t going to do that anymore.”

Laura Michelle Snider, 34

Laura Michelle Snider was born November 16, 1987, in Yakima, Washington, and died from complications related to childbirth on August 13, 2022, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Need some gift ideas? We can help

With less than two weeks left, that gift-buying clock is ticking louder. Desperate for ideas? Got someone on your list who swears they want nothing?

'Bourne Legacy' trapped by its own vague mythology

The trailers for "The Bourne Legacy" suggest an expansion of the world introduced in the Matt Damon-starring "Bourne" trilogy. There's a lot of talk about Damon's character, Jason Bourne, and the promise of familiar faces explaining more about the mysterious government programs the first three films tease.

Social Security snag

Zero COLA causes angst for area seniors

The news that Social Security benefit amounts will remain flat next year isn’t sitting well with older Kootenai County residents already feeling squeezed by higher prices for many basic living items.

Tribe's Benewah Medical Center to celebrate 25th anniversary

PLUMMER - The Coeur d'Alene Tribe's Benewah Medical Center is rapidly approaching its 25th anniversary and is planning a party to celebrate.

Cooking and coughing: Respiratory diseases plague Kenya as more people burn wood to save money

Respiratory diseases have been the most prevalent diseases in Kenya for the past several years and are on the rise, according to government authorities, with 19.6 million reported cases last year.

Ukraine war ups pressure for US oil; industry faces hurdles

Obstacles to more U.S. oil are surmountable, according to analysts, yet will take months to work through

Jury convicts man of murder, kidnapping charges

Mountain movie celebration

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2019 coming to Cd’A

David Gary 'Tyke' Brewster, 75

Our beloved Tyke went to be with our Lord and Savior on July 20, 2024. David Gary 'Tyke' Brewster was born in Warroad, Minn., on Feb. 8, 1949, to Roy David and Mary Ann (Fortier) Brewster.

Consumer Gal: King of consumer complaints

You guessed it: customer service

Expectations exceeded in housing market

Last month we reported that our Year to Date (YTD) sales appeared to be approaching those not seen since 2007. Preliminary sales figures for the month of November put our YTD sales well in excess of that year. In Coeur d'Alene our number of single family homes shows an increase of 33 percent over our 2012 performance and nearly 300 sales ahead of 2007 at the same time.

Idaho pump prices up 1 cent

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho drivers were in for a pleasant surprise when they filled up this week: Even though more people are visiting the Gem State at the height of the summer travel season, the state average gas price only went up by a penny.

Ruble rebound?

Currency's value threatens 'Made in Russia' industry revival

MOSCOW - Russia's ruble is on a roller-coaster. After being the world's second worst-performing currency against the dollar last year, it is among the best in 2015.

World/Nation Briefs October 24, 2012

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After being asked and not knowing, I decided to do some investigating about why people are panic-buying toilet paper.

Ease is in for household cleaning

Michelle Lee of Asheville, N.C., spends a lot of time selecting organic food for her family of six. "Cleaning's another story," however, says Lee, who writes a housekeeping blog Adventures of Supermom. "I need things that make my life easier and I love a fast cleanup. The convenience of wipes outweighs everything to me."

Online reviews: Don't bet too much on them

If you’re deciding whether or not to give a new business or restaurant a try, checking out their online reviews seems like a prudent thing to do. But can you always believe what you read? Here’s a quick guide to spotting questionable reviews.