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
Just like new
Scott Gittel opens store that only offers used furniture
COEUR d'ALENE - Scott Gittel knows used furniture.
Dale Stamper: Without limits
IN PERSON
HAYDEN - Dale Stamper has run Bloomsday.
Good, evil and fun all in one
Christian Youth Theater brings 'Aladdin' to life
COEUR d'ALENE - There may not be, says Jonathan Wenger, a better role to play than Jafar from "Aladdin."
Hayden man gives bird to woman still searching for her elusive pet
Hayden man gives bird to woman still searching for her elusive pet
HAYDEN - Before Crystal Partenselder walked away with the African grey parrot in its carrier, she turned to Peter Taylor and asked one question:
These 'Babes' can sing, dance
COEUR d'ALENE - This is musical No. 4 for Mackenzie Murray.
'He always had a smile'
Longtime Rotarian, NIC booster Ace Walden dies at 103
COEUR d'ALENE - Ace Walden was a great man, said Don Sausser.
Cash donations can keep this tradition strong
This year is number 12 for Michael and Vickie Hillicoss.
'The soul of the American dream'
Coeur d'Alene Computer Clinic moves to new Harrison Avenue location
COEUR d'ALENE - When sales began to slow on the east end of Sherman Avenue, John and Freya Coutts didn't want to close the doors of Coeur d'Alene Computer Clinic.
Dan Lepow: The guy from Philly
IN PERSON
There's one thing Dan Lepow will kill for. No, it's not fame. It's not fortune. It's not a ticket to the National League Championship Series to watch his beloved Philadelphia Phillies.
Just say no way
Woman, 73, refuses to leave bus, gets ride home from police
COEUR d'ALENE - Not a chance, said Marie Rippetoe.
It's not just about the piano
Val Wold, 11, adds some laughter to his piano concerts
Val Wold is, in many ways, your typical 11-year-old boy.
Lights bright at Playhouse
Community theater off to strong start
COEUR d'ALENE - "Evita" did more than earn standing ovations during its run that wrapped up Sunday at the Lake City Playhouse.
Don Bennett: Still conquering mountains
IN PERSON
When Don Bennett had his right leg severed in a boating accident in Seattle in 1972, and had the left leg mangled, he didn't panic.
Time to 'Make a Difference'
ElderHelp plans work day Oct. 23 for seniors needing assistance
COEUR d'ALENE - ElderHelp of North Idaho is ready to make a difference for senior citizens this winter.
Staying alive
Walk on Saturday to raise funds for people fighting Lou Gehrig's disease
COEUR d'ALENE - Richard Braffett is facing a death sentence.
No bull: Friends stick together to get moose
Good thing they did all that homework last year.
Ram tough
Nancy Clough ventures into rugged country for shot at bighorn sheep
What, Nancy Clough worry?
Monster of a role
Coeur d'Alene woman lands role in spooky new John Carpenter movie
Jillian Kramer is a monster.
Ready, Frame, fire
Former NIC wrestler bugles in bull
Well, that was easy.
Carrie Hugo: Call of the wild
IN PERSON
COEUR d'ALENE - When Carrie Hugo and her 18-month-old daughter Eva are together, and they hear a bird, they do more than listen.
Encouraging green space over asphalt
COEUR d'ALENE - It was your typical, idyllic North Idaho scene.
Super Scarywood
Silverwood to transform into fright night zone
Silverwood Theme Park is spending $1 million to scare the hell out of you.
Kootenai Jobless rate raises
But Jobs Plus leader says numbers don't tell the whole story
COEUR d'ALENE - The statistics say unemployment for the state's second-largest metropolitan area, Coeur d'Alene, increased slightly to 10.3 percent in August, from 10.1 in July.
Playhouse season includes 15 productions
As the Lake City Playhouse enters its 50th season, it's in sound shape, financially and artistically, said artistic executive director, George Green.
Eva's exultation
‘Evita’ opens tonight at Lake City Playhouse
COEUR d'ALENE - When George Green asked Abbey Crawford to direct "Evita," at the Lake City Playhouse, she didn't immediately say yes.
'We're just proficient at killing animals'
Daughter shares father's passion for hunting, fishing
COEUR d'ALENE - When Megan Bruyette turned 12 in November, she didn't celebrate by shopping with her mom or hanging out with friends.
Bye-bye birdie
Woman continues search for parrot
COEUR d'ALENE - Heard any unusual squawking lately?
Checkmate ... not once, but twice
Post Falls man says he's created a new chess board
COEUR d'ALENE - Ted Wheeler is one of those people who might be too smart for their own good.
Tales from the Trail
Scenery, smiles, sunshine await on the Hiawatha
LOOKOUT PASS - There is a light at the end of the tunnel.
A chance to pray
Event will focus on state leaders
COEUR d'ALENE - Following a one-year break, a luncheon to pray for state and local leaders is returning to Coeur d'Alene under a new name.
Louisa St. John Durkin: Devoted to DAR
IN PERSON
COEUR d'ALENE - Louisa St. John Durkin is looking for clues.
Dancing with the teens
By BILL BULEY/Staff writer
COEUR d'ALENE - They make it look more than fun.
'Tuesdays with Morrie'
Jack Bannon, Roger Welch on stage together again
COEUR d'ALENE - They're back, starting appropriately enough, on Tuesday.
'The Gallery' opens Saturday
Will feature work of artists from throughout the nation
COEUR d'ALENE - Don't label "The Gallery" as just another gallery.
Tami Smith: Eye for talent, heart to help
IN PERSON
COEUR d'ALENE - As national director of World Championships of Performing Arts, Tami Smith, to put it mildly, is a busy woman.
In the eye of the bull
Bullfighter Donnie Griggs will protect riders at the rodeo
COEUR d'ALENE - Just last week, Donnie Griggs was caught by a bull and tossed in the air.
How to be a millionaire - without Regis
Realtor says buying now can lead to financial gain
COEUR d'ALENE - Marshall Mend has a question: "Who wants to be a millionaire - without Regis?"
Viking Pride
Sons of Norway Convention held in Idaho for first time
COEUR d'ALENE - How proud is Asbjorn Rostad of his Norwegian heritage?
Get smart, give more
Peter Ueberroth calls for support of the Idaho Community Foundation
COEUR d'ALENE - Peter Ueberroth was the guy who ran the 1984 Olympics.
Bear encounters of six kinds
Father, sons’ trip to Glacier results in meetings with grizzlies — up close, far away and imaginary
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK - Bear.
Apartments back on top
$1 million renovation entering final stages
COEUR d'ALENE - When Mike James moved into the Fairway Forest Apartments in September 2003, it was "pretty nice."
Jack Fullwiler: Dentistry's new dean in Idaho
IN PERSON
One might assume that when Jack Fullwiler was growing up near Sanders Beach, he probably wasn't allowed candy. After all, his father Richard was a dentist in Coeur d'Alene.
Mystery copters worry area resident
COEUR d'ALENE - The first time a low-flying helicopter buzzed over his Hunter Crest Drive home, it bothered Bailey Barrett and left him wondering what it was doing.
This is no trout
Coeur d'Alene man lands record pike at Twin Lakes
COEUR d'ALENE - Want to know what it's like reeling in a state-record pike?
'Jewel on a bird'
Bands help track waterfowl in North America travels
CATALDO - "Who wants to release this one?"
Tale of a teapot
Collectable is stolen, found, needed as evidence
COEUR d'ALENE - Carolyn Berry loves to tell the history behind the items for sale at her Wiggett's Antiques store.
Kevin Kram: It's not about the food
IN PERSON
On the white board inside the Cherished Ones Ministries soup kitchen at Second and Indiana in Coeur d'Alene is the menu for a Saturday night dinner.
Let's all do the stroll
Walking tours highlight history
COEUR d'ALENE - Good thing that bus broke down.
'I need a bigger net' A big fish on his anniversary
Carlin Bay man takes lead in Big One Derby
COEUR d'ALENE - When Dan Rife reeled the chinook salmon up close enough to try and pull it into his boat Thursday morning, he had one thought.