Blackberry maker at a crossroads

RIM sinks, but patents, network have value

WATERLOO, Ontario - Research In Motion Ltd., the maker of the BlackBerry, is in steep decline. The company, once the crown jewel of the Canadian technology industry, is now worth 1 percent of Apple's market capitalization. One way for RIM to stop the downward tailspin: It could sell itself to a competitor or financial firm. But who would step up to buy RIM -and why?

Foods to avoid feeding your pet

Fall and winter holiday celebrations often include festive eats and treats—Halloween and candy are synonymous, as are Thanksgiving and turkey.

GROWTH: Needed to keep home ownership accessible

A recent study has shown that in Kootenai County, more than 80 percent of the current working households cannot afford to buy a home. While increased traffic in some neighborhoods is indeed frustrating when a new development goes in, does stopping it justify preventing over 80 percent of our families from homeownership?

My Turn: Breakfast eggs aren't chicken

I enjoyed reading Dr. StormoGipson's recent "My Turn" column. It was well written with many interesting points.

When we have eggs, we don't say chicken

I enjoyed reading Dr. StormoGipson's recent "My Turn" column. It was well written with many interesting points.

Women on 'drug holiday' for bone loss should be tested

Ask Dr. K

Do vitamin D supplements protect against colds and flu as good as a flu shot?

Living in the beautiful northwest like we do, odds are that you don’t get enough vitamin D. The same holds true if you don’t get outside for at least a 15-minute daily walk in the sun. Being deficient in vitamin D may increase the risk of a whole host of chronic diseases, such as osteoporosis, heart disease, depression and multiple sclerosis among others, and even the seasonal flu. Recently, studies have come to light showing how vitamin D can help our immune system to combat the flu and respiratory infections.

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Shirlee Jean Crowley, 91

Shirlee Jean Crowley, age 91, passed away at

Movers and Shakers March 5, 2011

Express to host webinar

Rathdrum Relay for Life event is tonight

RATHDRUM - Panhandle State Bank in Rathdrum will host a Bank Night tonight from 6-8 in conjunction with the inaugural Relay for Life cancer fundraiser in Rathdrum.

Billy G. Hollis, 60

Billy Gene Hollis, 60, passed away Nov. 26, 2013, at Hospice of North Idaho in Hayden Lake with family by his side. Billy was born on Sept. 4,1953, in Woodland, Calif.

Cd'A symphony to showcase young artists

Winners of the Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra's annual National Young Artists Competition will perform with the symphony this weekend in Coeur d'Alene.

Kya Fox Dale, 12

Our beloved daughter, Kya Fox Dale, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011.

Timothy Michael Regan 87

Timothy Michael Regan, age 87, of Rathdrum, Idaho went to be with the Lord on September 13, 2022.

Roy Frank Schumacher, 73

Roy Frank Schumacher, 73, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed

Richard Kraack, 81

Richard Gene Kraack, 81, born February 21, 1940, at home in Clagstone, Idaho, passed away July 11, 2021 at Pacifica Senior Living in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Leonard Bright, 84

Leonard A. Bright, 84, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 in Careywood, Idaho.

Lloyd Rose

Lloyd D Rose passed away October 8, 2021 at Guardian Angel Homes in Post Falls, Idaho.

Cheers! Brits toast new shatterproof pint glasses Financial turmoil noticed up north as G-7 officials gather

IQALUIT, Nuvavut (AP) - A bout of turmoil in global markets has provided sobering reminder to global financial leaders that the aftershocks from the worst recession in seven decades are far from over.