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
Top dogs
English Bulldogs win Press Cutest Pet Contest
Dana Shapland admits it.
Hoping for a miracle
Teen who suffered severe brain injury faces long road back
Everyone, it seemed, was ready to give up on her daughter.
Making dreams come true
CDA Tri Team helps athletes overcome challenges, prepare to meet goals
COEUR d'ALENE - One overcame cancer.
On the edge
Two men face life and death in Playhouse production of 'K2'
COEUR d'ALENE - Let's set the scene.
'I could cry'
Polar Bear Plunge a dip into madness
First baby, it's Andi Rae
Hayden couple welcomes daughter
New year, same run, big crowd
Despite cold, 400 runners try Hangover Handicap
Winter blessing
Fresh Start keeps doors open longer as temp drops
Cd'A asked to fight fear with love
Candlelight vigil honors shooting victims
Michael Hoag: Sylvan's top rookie
IN PERSON
Technology & Training
Kyle Rutley uses iPad 3 to monitor, plan client's workout and progress
COEUR d'ALENE - During Derek Sandin's 35-minute workout, Kyle Rutley watches - and types.
'Awesome'
Bald eagles draw crowds to Mineral Ridge, Highway 97
COEUR d'ALENE - After watching a majestic bald eagle glide overhead, and after snapping a few pictures as it swooped above Lake Coeur d'Alene, Bob Kelly stepped back. Then, he just smiled and shook his head in absolute awe.
Cool Traditions
Christmas shows set for final performances
COEUR d'ALENE - Two popular Christmas programs will wrap up their holiday runs in the Lake City with their final performances soon.
Something to hold
Woodland student hopes to collect 1,000 stuffed critters
COEUR d'ALENE - The moment she heard about the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary, Megan Stanley knew she had to do something, anything, to console students there.
A man of few words
Earl Kendle finds he can help most by just listening
Cd'A man still waiting for organ transplant surgery
He's a nice one, Mr. Grinch
David Clemons plays character that greets cruise boats heading to Santa's workshop
And so, this is Christmas
Pastors prepare messages of hope, peace
The messages are clear.
Man and his best friend share common destiny in sickness and in health
They say dogs and their owners share personalities.
Early riser
European hearth breads being baked at Pilgrim's
COEUR d'ALENE - Good bread, said chef James Beard, "is the most fundamentally satisfying of all foods; and good bread with fresh butter, the greatest of feasts."
A Spoonful of Sugar
Mary Poppins lands at Cd'A Summer Theatre
COEUR d'ALENE - Mary Poppins is landing at the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre - by way of New York.
A 'Tradition' worth keeping
Musical exceeds expectations
COEUR d'ALENE - When one of the best scenes in a musical is the one with no singing, you might think, "This musical must not be any good."
Cowboy's looking good
Pitbull adopted after surgery to fix eyelids
COEUR d'ALENE - Cowboy has a home - and some new eyelids, too.
It's what they do
Bane, Conigliaro, Oakland open Northwest Realty group
Let's get moving
Active Family Healthcare incorporates range of treatments to help patients
HAYDEN - The white sheet of paper with black words leaves no room for doubt. No space for misinterpretation.
Bowling again, but please ignore that man on lane 12
"What will you give me if I pick this up?"
Comfort and Joy
Laura Little marks one off her bucket list with tonight's opening of 'Traditions of Christmas'
COEUR d'ALENE - Who starts a Christmas story with numbers? Especially a musical known for spectacular singing and dancing?
Celtic Thunder roars
AIRWAY HEIGHTS - There are a few things you have to say right off after seeing a Celtic Thunder show.
Lost, not found
Hayden woman hopes for return of wedding bands
COEUR d'ALENE - Little meant more to Kathy Schnell than the two rings on her fingers.
Christmas for you
Bob, Janet Buvel open home so community can enjoy village
COEUR d'ALENE - Just walk up the front steps at 1219 E. Lakeside Ave., go past the inflatable Santas and snowmen and candy canes, and knock.
We've got a truck
Donations boost group's efforts to help local families
COEUR d'ALENE - "We've Got Stuff" can now say this with pride: "We've got a new truck!"
It takes a gingerbread village
Artist's offer creates partnership to help Children's Village
COEUR d'ALENE - It was an offer no one could refuse.
Don't back down
Dave Eubanks honored for human rights efforts
COEUR d'ALENE - Dave Eubanks was pleased to receive a human rights awards Monday night.
Jerry Boggs: ElderHelp wants to do more
IN PERSON
They remember
Veterans honored by Winton students with Dec. 7 assembly
COEUR d'ALENE - There are some dates in life, said Winton Elementary teacher Nancy Mueller, that you remember exactly what you were doing.
Read all about it!
Press staff offers tips for being the best you
"OK newsroom," read the message. "This is our chance to let our community know just what a bunch of fitness freaks we are. Really. I'm not joking."
Cd'A has its own Christmas song
Husband and wife team up on 'magical' holiday tune
COEUR d'ALENE - First, take Tubbs Hill, Sherman Avenue and The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
The Main Attraction
Roosevelt Inn could see big crowds for Sunday's B&B tour after changes following Gordon Ramsey's visit for 'Hotel Hell'
COEUR d'ALENE - The Roosevelt Inn always attracts big crowds for the North Idaho Bed and Breakfast Association's annual holiday tour.
He can see the light
COEUR d'ALENE - Boyd Bumpus beams when he talks lighting.
No tricks, just good beer
COEUR d'ALENE - Matt Morrow was 17 and a junior in high school when he landed a job at a brewing company in Durango, Colo.
Return of The Nutcracker
COEUR d'ALENE - Last year, for the first time since 2005, Debi Terracciano wasn't able to schedule a Eugene Ballet Company performance of "The Nutcracker" in Coeur d'Alene.
Steve Bell: Attorney & homeless activist
Steve Bell the attorney asks questions. He also is asked lots of questions, including this one: "What are you doing, Bell, for the homeless?"
Wheels of Fortune
Nothing quite like the 80-degree days in Arizona, especially when it's 30 degrees in North Idaho.
'They're here for Joe'
ENAVILLE - Even in a fight with cancer, as he sat tired in a wheelchair inside the Enaville Resort on Thanksgiving morning, Joe Peak found the strength to smile and chat with visitors.
Opening day of trapping season draws protest
COEUR d'ALENE - Disappointed, yes.
'Everyone has a gift'
COEUR d'ALENE - Not quite feeling that Christmas spirit yet?
A nose for Noodles
Owner finds dog, five days after it fled crash site
COEUR d'ALENE - Only Noodles knows how he survived five days and nights in the wilderness on Fourth of July Pass.
Call for turkeys
Food bank needs at least 2,000 more
COEUR d'ALENE - The Community Action Partnership food bank began its Thanksgiving food distribution on Tuesday morning with 18 turkeys - which were gone in 5 minutes.
Food banks hope to fill Thanksgiving need
Demand for help rises; Groups, individuals step forward
'Tis the season for food drives.
Hoping to come in from the cold
COEUR d'ALENE - As a receptionist at the St. Vincent de Paul HELP Center, Wanda Golding sees folks facing tough times on a daily basis.