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
Ramsey Road signal lights pegged for $1M upgrade
Lands $1.2M grant for project
Signal lights at Dalton, Hanley and Prairie will be improved and new signal lights will be installed at Wilbur Avenue
Proposed center earns U.S. Tech Hub designation
Regional effort advances to next round of grant consideration
The tech hubs are the result of a process Raimondo's department launched in May to distribute a total of $500 million in grants to cities.
Legislators cite 2024 priorities
Reduced spending, school choice, lower property taxes among goals
Seven legislators attended the legislative breakfast put on by the Joint Chamber Public Policy Committee at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn.
Cell tower proposal withdrawn
Project had been met with opposition, scrunity
The cell tower proposal was met with resistance by Shadduck Lane residents and neighbors
McGrane: Idaho won't be the next California
Says state is becoming more and more firmly Republican
McGrane said nearly 70 percent of those who have moved to Idaho are affiliating as Republicans. In Kootenai County, 72% of new arrivals are registering as Republicans.
Lady golfers donate $3,600 to Safety Net
Group has given more than $10K in five years
In the past five years, the lady golfers have donated more than $10,000 to Safety Net, with this year’s donation the largest.
'We're hanging in there'
With Wednesday's insurance payment, Garnet Cafe could reopen soon
The restaurant at 3646 N. Government Way employed about 25 full- and part-time employees before the Sept. 14 fire that caused minor structural damage, but significant smoke damage, enough that it hasn’t reopened
CDA council OKs nearly $100K for emergency roof work
Roof beyond repairs, says superintendent
The new roof is considered an emergency if “It is necessary to do emergency work to safeguard life, health, or property.”
KCRCC files defamation lawsuit against Gookin
Councilman said it's an 'election stunt'
The lawsuit was filed in District Court and is signed by attorney Bryan Smith of Smith, Driscoll and Associates.
'Idaho Listens' — and learns
BSU program comes to Coeur d'Alene to help people find connections
Tromp said when people meet and discuss new ideas together it can help “find a path forward.”
In good company
Hagadone Hospitality President Bill Reagan to receive Governor’s Lifetime Achievement in Recreation and Tourism Award
Bill Reagan honored for fine career leading The Cd'A Resort
'I'm starting to hurt now'
Full Hayden Lake Marathon a scenic, hilly course
With cool, cloudy skies, conditions were near perfect for the scenic but tough 11th Hayden Lake Marathon, that also included a half marathon, quarter marathon and 5K
It's all heart
Center expansion completed at Kootenai Health
Wallace said the expansion was built to meet growth for the next 10 years
Cold water wakeup call
Kent Kastning takes daily dips in Lake Cd'A, cites health benefits
Kastning is used to this early morning dip. He’s been doing it since late July, every morning, 6:30, but for Sundays
Interest rates cause for pause
One study says rising cost of living has couples reconsidering having kids
The number of single-family homes sold through September totaled 1,660, down nearly 20% from September 2022.
'Flywheel of energy'
Tech Hub application answer could come soon
Within 300 miles of Spokane, from Seattle to Central Montana, there are about 900 aerospace manufacturing companies
Cd'A seeks cell tower details
Public hearing on Shadduck Lane project postponed
A public hearing scheduled Tuesday on a proposed cell tower on Shadduck Lane was postponed.
70s swan song
Monday may have been the last of warm, sunny days
It was almost as if they knew this was the last hurrah of warm, sunny days in North Idaho. On Monday, with temperatures likely climbing past the 70-degree marker for one final time, young and old took to the great outdoors. They biked, walked dogs, paddleboarded, sat on downtown benches and played at McEuen Park.
City eyes $65K water rate study
Director says that doesn't mean costs will increase
The General Services/Public Works Committee on Monday unanimously approved a request for an agreement with FCS Group to prepare a 2023-24 water rate study.
'Fight for all of us'
Hagadone Corp. receives 24th annual KCTFHR Civil Rights Award
About 250 people attended the banquet at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn.
Gookin under fire, fires back
Accusations fly, emotions run high at Republican candidates' forum
Gookin under fire for Kootenai Rants, fires back
'I can do this'
Nearly 1,000 elementary students compete in annual cross country meet
Cross country meet sends runners out and back
Cd'A disaster dogs learn water detection
Recovery of victims under water long-time goal of canine program.
Dogs trained for water searches
'It’s never too late to dream'
Amy D'Orazi receives Excellence in Arts honor at Mayor's Awards in the Arts
Master of Ceremonies Stephen Shortridge said D’Orazi has a vibrant quality on stage and those who have seen her perform “cannot keep their eye off her."
Forum features Republican candidates
Group hosts six city council hopefuls
Candidates sound off before North Idaho Federated Republican Women
Dock project gets OK
Replacement plan pegs costs at nearly $500K
Last year, the Parks Department applied for a Waterfront Improvement Grant through the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation and it was awarded this year.
'I got a second chance'
Photographer Tim Christie's book shares his eye for life following encounter with grizzly 37 years ago change
Grizzly encounter changed life of Coeur d’Alene photographer and retired North Idaho College instructor
'Happy to be alive'
Cd'A man jumps in to assist stricken person
Jason Charland presents Bowman with the Medal of Honor at a Pack 1 Cub Scout meeting
Report: Housing crisis remains
Connect Kootenai director says ADUs could be part of the answer
Gissel said that in 2016, 75 percent of people who lived in Kootenai County could afford to buy a home here. Today, it’s less than 20%
A match made in toyland
Toys for Tots kicks off campaign at Figpickels Toy Emporium
Each stocking and coloring book was $1. The goal was to provide 3,000 stocks and 2,000 coloring books and crayons and fil up the new and colorful Toys for Tots transport trailer
One big frightening family
Scarywood opens for 13th season with zombie and more lurking in the dark
Scarywood hires about 250 haunters who pass auditions and attend Scare School
CDA police seek $365K for 7 vehicles
Will seek council OK on Tuesday.
Police vehicles needed before others get too old
Lots of lefse
Volunteers creating Norwegian treat to be sold at Nov. 4 Trinity Lutheran Church bazaar
Volunteers on Wednesday began turning 300 pounds of potatoes into more than 600 rounds of lefse
Mayor: It's time to adjust impact fees
Could be based on size of new homes
The city’s current impact fees were established in 2004 and the annexation fee was last calculated in 1998. Neither have been updated, leading officials to examine fee methodology and alternatives.
Little lauds Launch
Applications can be filed starting Oct. 3
Idaho LAUNCH is a grant program that provides students a one-time opportunity to have 80% of the tuition and fees at an eligible institution covered
Sheriff scopes out explicit library books
Norris visits libraries checking for sexual content available to youth
Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said he has heard from both sides about reportedly inappropriate materials available to youth at local libraries.
'Not a black-and-white situation'
Shelter director says some animals are too dangerous to place in a home
Jeffries said most shelters don't have the funds and staff to work indefinitely to try and rehab an aggressive animal
Council candidates sound off
17 take part in virtual town hall forum
A range of topics were covered including growth, housing, preserving quality of life, budgets and traffic.
A big impression
Bud Ford commissioned creation of soldier statue that was put in place at Veterans Plaza
The City Council earlier this year accepted the donation of the life-size bronze statue to the city’s public art collection. It's valued at $60,000.
The respect tour
John Bryant has visited more than 200 World War II museums, memorials
The youthful Bryant, in total, has visited 150 sites in Europe and 92 in the U.S. — 180 museums, 52 memorials and eight cemeteries.
The power of police presence
Downtown calls this summer far fewer than previous years
It’s the first summer a five-officer task force was dedicated to downtown. Their constant presence made a difference.
A lively walk among the dead
Sold-out cemetery tours breathe life into history
The names of Blackwell, Sanders, White and Pulaski are on the tour
'Unreasonable noise'
Police issued about 20 citations for excessive vehicle racket this summer
Capt. Dave Hagar said Thursday that police gave out about 20 citations for excessive noise caused by motor vehicles this summer.
City eyes higher impact fees
Would help fund expected future demands for services
Impact fee workshop set for Monday
Hearts of gold
$10K donation goes toward monument at Cd'A Memorial Gardens
Noelan “Mac” McCormack was attached to his M1A rifle, but for the right reason, he was willing to part with it. He found that reason.
'A huge win': Museum of North Idaho receives $350,000 grant toward capital campaign
Britt Thurman liked the word in all caps that greeted her eyes in the subject line of the email from the Murdock Charitable Trust: “CONGRATULATIONS.” “As soon as I saw it, it was like, ‘Yes,’” said the executive director of the Museum of North Idaho. The nonprofit recently learned it had received a $350,000 grant from the private foundation based in Vancouver, Wash., for its capital campaign to build a new museum in Coeur d'Alene.
Stop and buy the roses
Rotary Club of Coeur d'Alene annual fundraiser underway
Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club selling roses of all colors
'Just a good man'
Aaron Robb remembered by Iron Horse customers as kind, generous
Friends remember Aaron Robb
City considering land deal with Costco
Would exchange property outside store for $30K
The Coeur d'Alene City Council is scheduled to consider a land deal with Costco Wholesale Corp., when it meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Library Community Room.
'I'm learning to live'
Tricia McCullough shares recovery efforts since crash that paralyzed her nearly two years ago
Thursday was a good day for Tricia McCullough. She received injections for pain. “It’s a new thing I’m trying,” she said. “Hopefully, it helps.” The 24-year-old deals with a lot of muscle pain and a lot of headaches since the accident that paralyzed her nearly two years ago.