BILL BULEY
Bill Buley covers the city of Coeur d'Alene for the Coeur d’Alene Press. He has worked here since January 2020, after spending seven years on Kauai as editor-in-chief of The Garden Island newspaper. He enjoys running.
Recent Stories
Still dreaming of a white Christmas?
It could happen, but it would take a miracle
It will take a Miracle on 34th Street for snow on Dec. 25
Golden gift for PAHA
Century 21 Beutler and Associates agents donate $10K toward affordable housing project
Throughout the year, those in the Agents With Hearts of Gold program donate a percentage of each transaction that is tallied at year’s end and given to a nonprofit.
Get well soon, kids
Cd'A police, Les Schwab deliver toys to Kootenai Health
Since Thanksgiving, Coeur d’Alene’s finest and tire center experts held toy drives, collected contributions and received both toy and financial donations from the community. Les Schwab also donated $10,000 for what is called the Children’s Hospital Toy Drive.
Bring on the snow
City reminds citizens they may have to clear driveways, mailboxes
The City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved the 2023-24 snow plan with the goal of plowing the entire community within 40 hours of a snowstorm.
It could be snowing diamonds
Clark’s has high hopes for 'Let It Snow' campaign
It’s all part of Clark’s “Let It Snow” campaign that’s added a sales boost, excitement and hopeful customers to the holidays over the years.
This time, it's for keeps
KCSO retirees praised for combined 75 years of service
Between them, they had 75 years with the KCSO, which is invaluable experience, said Sheriff Bob Norris.
Finding their way home
Dave and Denise Sayers surrender savings, retirement to open recovery homes for men
The goal is for the men to get back on their feet, live independently, be substance free and find faith in Jesus Christ
'They said his name'
Wreaths Across America pays tributes to veterans
About 100 people turned out for the wreath-laying ceremony that includes speeches, the Color Guard, playing of Taps and the laying more than 800 wreaths next to veteran gravesites.
Open primaries initiative reaches 50,000 signatures
With half of petition signatures secured, initiative steps closer to the Nov. 2024 ballot
'The need is increasing'
Kootenai-Shoshone Farm Bureau distributes $12,000
Those three organizations were among 10 that received $1,200 each from the Kootenai-Shoshone Farm Bureau on Thursday.
'That's what we do'
Athletic Round Table donates $25,000 to museum
The Athletic Round Table was established as a club in 1939 by a group of Coeur d’Alene leaders to support civic causes in North Idaho.
Tennis, anyone?
Cherry Hill courts will be converted for the rising sport of pickleball
The Council on Tuesday approved an Amended Memorandum of Understanding with the Inland Northwest Pickleball Club that will allow for converting four tennis courts at Cherry Hill Park into 12 pickleball courts.
'So happy all of the time'
Despite battling cancer, Hayden boy keeps smiling
The 37th annual Shalena's Breakfast with Santa will be from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hauser Lake Fire Station, 10728 E. Hauser Lake Road, Hauser.
'Incredibly thankful'
Responders honored for saving boy who was choking
During transport to Kootenai Health, Jerimiah was initially doing well and talking, but then the bottle camp moved and completely blocked Jerimiah’s ability to breathe. The boy began to gasp
No small measure
Hundreds rally for Coeur d'Alene woman fighting cancer
About 350 people attended the fundraiser for Smalley, who has been battling cancer for more than a year
Christmas 'Express'
Hayden Lights Parade delights hundreds
Dancers, a gingerbread man, cowgirls, horses, the Grinch and a whole bunch of kids joined the 25-minute parade that traveled from Hayden Avenue to Honeysuckle.
Eagle eyes
Photographers enjoy camaraderie and capturing images at Higgens Poinjt
It’s prime time for eagles around Lake Coeur d’Alene. Their numbers have been rising, according to the Bureau of Land Management
Abused, abandoned pets on rise
Large dogs fill kennels at Companions Animal Center
Vicky Nelson, CAC development director, said it has seen a 30% increase in the number of dogs brought in by animal control, and about a 20% decline in people claiming them.
A question of consent
Mayor calls for review of where agenda items are placed for City Council meetings
Mayor Jim Hammond agreed that what goes on the consent calendar needs to be reviewed.
Answer to prayer?
City opens lottery to give invocations before council meetings
Twenty-four City Council meetings are scheduled next year, with the first on Jan. 2. Dates will be assigned at the time of the lottery.
Development targets 'Area 13'
Project calls for restaurant, multi-unit structures next to Atlas Waterfront Park
Ignite CDA recently signed a Development Disposition Agreement with deChase Miksis for Area 13 and a closing date is scheduled for Dec. 8.
Idaho home prices hold the line
Mortgage rates dip
The number of single-family homes sold through October in Kootenai County totaled 1,856, a decline of 18% from the same month last year.
'Magical'
Thousands line Sherman Avenue for parade to kick off the holidays
Under picturesque, moonlit, starry skies, thousands of kids and adults packed Sherman Avenue and were treated to a smile-filled, joyous parade with the theme, “A Coeur d’Alene Holiday Vacation.”
'It's what we do'
Volunteers start their day at 3 a.m. to serve free Thanksgiving dinner
The Altar hosts Thanksgiving meal
The Powers that be
Hagadone Corp. food, beverage director will lead countdown for lighting ceremony, fireworks display
Powers joined the Hagadone company in 1985 and oversaw food and beverage operations for the opening of The Coeur d’Alene Resort.
Impact fees to fund parks draws fire
Council delays CIP decision
Several council members also said they were not ready to make a decision on the proposed CIPs and needed more information and more clarity.
Turning to telehealth
Kootenai Health seeks to keep up with rising demand for adult inpatient behavioral health care
The virtual care model with Access Telecare will include a medical director and core providers who will work specifically for Kootenai Health across the adult continuum, including the adult inpatient behavioral health unit.
Kootenai Health narrows CEO search
Ness highlights changes, successes as he prepares to retire
Ness, who plans to leave the post in early 2024, said Kootenai Health is a unique hospital.
'It warms their hearts'
Turkeys and More distributes 2,000 birds for Thanksigiving dinner
Nancy Nelson, Turkeys and More president, said theirs is an easy program to explain. Its theme is, “Fight Hunger, Feed Hope."
Ask and you shall receive
Life coach urges woman to find the power within through better questions
About 250 women attended the event, whose goal was to inspire, empower, engage, “and elevate the remarkable women in our community.”
Athol teen wins climbing competition
Delaney Adlard, 14, claims first title
The two advanced through the qualifying round to reach the final round with the top-scoring open male and female climbers.
Christmas in a shoebox
In midst of collection week, OCC aims to set North Idaho record
Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts to children worldwide for three decades.
'Amazingly strong'
Special deputy, 12, with rare illness honored by KCSO as his family moves
For his courage, leadership and being an example of determination, Edward was presented with medals, a flag and certificate from KCSO
Filling the gaps
Nonprofits play increasingly important role in North Idaho
“Nonprofits in North Idaho, and pretty much everywhere, fill gaps,” said Sue Thilo, one of the speakers and longtime community organizer.
Impact fees plan headed to City Council
New hotels, homes, apartments would face higher costs to fund future city needs
Phil Ward said the higher fees would increase the cost of a single-family home by $8,000 to $10,000, and could price someone out of buying a house.
'Don't forget them'
Vandal family plants tulips in a memorial garden for slain UI students
The short ceremony, held in a steady rain as traffic rumbled past, brought together about 15 people at the Harbor Center sign on Hubbard Avenue.
Soggy, smooth start
Leaf Fest collection gets a little help from rain
Leaf Fest off to a soggy start
'I'm not afraid'
Theresa Hart recounts son's story on Veterans Day
Small crowd gathers on Veterans Day at McEuen Park Veterans Memorial Plaza
'God’s not done with me yet'
Jim Konegni meets, thanks firefighters who helped save his life after suffering cardiac arrest in September
On Friday, Konegni met the firefighters who responded to the call of a man down after cardiac arrest and people on the scene were performing CPR the evening of Sept. 24.
'We cannot thank you enough'
Brookdale spotlight falls on Linda Bengtson for service as a medic during Vietnam War
About 20 veterans at Brookdale, a local senior living community, were honored with a rose, certificate and accolades
Clowns, and more, for hire
Group hopes to find ways to improve fairs during annual convention in CDA
The 97th convention of the Rocky Mountain Association of Fairs is being held Wednesday through today in Coeur d’Alene.
'They want to keep it going'
Gookin, Wood, English say election outcome shows people like city's direction
Incumbents Gookin, Christie Wood and Dan English were all easily reelected to four-year terms on Tuesday
Cd'A incumbents win big
Malloy, Steigleder, Westlund claim Post Falls seats
All positions are for four-year terms
Match made in HomeShare
As word of program grows, it could help generate affordable housing options, income
HomeShare Kootenai County was formed earlier this year and could help provide affordable housing and income for homeowners
Even more magical
Santa has new home at the North Pole across Lake Coeur d'Alene
Santa will greet guests from his new waterfront toy workshop that has improved design elements, additional lighting and enhanced audio features.
'Best lunch of the year'
'Souport' draws record crowd, raises $25K for St. Vincent's warming shelter
Guests paid $20 to taste 2-ounce servings of 33 different soups made by local chefs.
Cd'A mayor honored for standing up to extremism
Hammond named 'Pillar of Idaho'
Mayor Hammond's swift response regarding 'Patriot Front' sets examples for leaders across the state
Hunger pains
Food bank managers say demand demand for help has never been higher
Both Orth and Rickard said they believe more people are turning to the food banks due to economic struggles in trying to keep up with inflation, higher grocery bills and now with colder weather setting in, rising utility bills
'You guys are amazing'
'After 5 Club' honored for dedication, service with Hagadone Hospitality Company
In a short talk to about 250 people at The Resort, Hagadone praised the employees who step up, get the job done, and have a great attitude
'Lives transformed'
PAHA's Lyons has high hopes housing plan will benefit first-time buyers
Lyons was one of four speakers at the annual growth meeting put on by the coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber