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Not all in favor of Libby, Troy being removed from Superfund list
But, in letters addressed to the Environmental Protection Agency, some physicians and researchers argued that deli…
Sheriff's Office blotter
A woman called 911 to report someone knocking on her door at 4:30 in the morning on Spencer Hill Avenue.
State, local election workers quitting amid abuse, officials tell U.S. Senate panel
Conspiracy theories have fueled a more hostile environment for election workers, which has led many to quit, creating more challenges for the inexperienced new leaders.
FWP hosting meetings on possible hunting reg changes
There are a number of proposed season and quota changes involving elk, mule deer and white-tailed deer in Region 1.
Heritage Museum gets locals in the holiday spirit
The well-known event gave local shoppers an early start on Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping for handcrafted items and homemade edibles.
Meet Libby City Council candidate Brad Nelson
The Western News reached out to Libby City Council candidates running in the Nov. 7 municipal election. The information below was provided by the candidates an…
Meet Libby City Council candidate Ian Smith
The Western News reached out to Libby City Council candidates running in the Nov. 7 municipal election. The information below was provided by the candidates an…
Montana man pleads guilty to possessing meth
He has been locked up in the Lincoln County Detention Center since June 1.
Defendant in Libby standoff pleads guilty
Butala, originally from California, according to a court filing, is scheduled to appear for sentencing on Dec. 18.
Troy man pleads guilty to DUI homicide in death of friend
Winebark, who appeared with his attorney Sean Hinchey, pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide while under the influence.
Another miscue in Lincoln County’s election process
On the county’s Elections home page, a note titled, “Attention Town of Eureka Voters” was posted alerting those receiving absentee ballots that it was incorrect.
Tuesday is Election Day for county voters
At the county level, registered voters will decide if the county will be able to collect a 3% tax on sales of recreational and medicinal marijuana.
Libby Trick or Treat
Sunny skies were all that were needed for Libby area Halloweeners...
Trick or treaters on Mineral Avenue in Libby
Trick or treaters of all ages celebrated Halloween...
Hall of Fame basketball coach Bob Knight dead at 83
Knight's family said he died at his home in Bloomington, Indiana with his family by his side.
Big game harvest numbers down in Western Montana
While harvest numbers are lower for white-tailed and mule deer in Northwest Montana, elk are on par with 2022.