CHLOE COCHRAN

Westside Fire seeks two-year temporary levy

The Westside Fire District is again asking voters to approve a two-year, temporary levy to support staffing levels.

Former LPO paraprofessional arrested, sexual abuse

A former Sandpoint resident and Lake Pend Oreille School District employee was arrested earlier this month on allegations of sexual abuse.

Ayla Day, celebrating a furry friend of the community

‘She was our best friend; we just want to honor her’

The loyalty of a furry friend is something many people in their early adult life come to rely on.

Kiley receives 30 years for manslaughter

Nine months after killing his grandfather, a Bonner County man was sentenced to serve 30 years in prison for the crime, with mental health being a significant factor in the crime.

ITD clarifies Sandpoint Byway speed limit

The speed limit on the Sandpoint Byway remains at 45 miles per hour, despite a recent sign installation that suggests the limit has been raised to 55 miles per hour, Idaho Transportation Department officials said Wednesday.

SEPT NIBJ: Awareness and prevention: Empowering everyone to play a role in suicide prevention

In rural North Idaho communities, access to necessary medical and behavioral health services can be limited by geographic isolation, minimal infrastructure and low population density. These barriers can make it more difficult for health care professionals to provide consistent care to those living with a mental health challenge.

Spirit Lake man held on $500,000 bail

A Spirit Lake man arrested Aug. 5 is scheduled for a preliminary hearing next week on severe allegations of sexual abuse of two children.

Man’s life saved by borrowed life jacket

A Kootenai County man is alive, thanks to a borrowed life jacket, after running into large waves and high winds on Lake Pend Oreille late last week.

Caldon pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter

A man charged in connection with a fatal boat crash last September pled guilty Monday to involuntary manslaughter as part of a plea agreement.

Elk man arrested on allegations of attempted arson

An arson arrest was made last Saturday in Elk, Wash., after a concerned citizen called 911 with a report that someone was possibly starting a grass fire.