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Troy woman perishes in traffic accident
The woman, who was not wearing a seat belt, died at the scene.
Troy man gets suspended sentence in stabbing case
The case began late on the night of June 5 when Troy Police Officer Travis Miller learned a man had been stabbed on a residence on Missoula Avenue.
Libby Chief of Police urges drivers to slow down
Ercanbrack also reminded motorists of defensive driving and having extra clothing in a vehicle in case of an emergency.
Montana Association of Counties wants ‘swift resolution’ on property tax question
At least three lawsuits already are asking the courts to clarify a statute that governs how much money counties must collect on behalf of the state for education equalization.
Heritage Museum hosts holiday bazaar Nov. 3-4
This year, The Heritage Museum will host its annual Holiday Bazaar Friday, Nov. 3 rd !
How artificial intelligence plus local expertise can promote ‘good fire’ in Montana
Potential Operational Delineations, also known as PODs, is the name of a collaborative risk-based framework designed to help fire managers and landowners get o…
Fortine man pleads guilty to setting dad's home on fire
Huggins, who was freed after posting $100,000 bail, will have to pay restitution.
Montana FWP chief of operations on administrative leave
She volunteered that he was cited for a game violation, hunting without permission, but declined to provide further detail on the citation.
Libby, Troy plan for Halloween events
Whether you're looking for trick or treats or scary filled fun there are plenty of Halloween events in southern Lincoln County.
Libby ex-con gets prison time for drug offense
Hoffman was involved in a police chase on the afternoon of Saturday, July 8, on Farm to Market Road.
Meet Libby City Council candidate Zach McNew
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 DC Orr
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…
County efforts continue in wake of Troy Dispatch dissolution
At Wednesday's county commissioners meeting, they learned they're stuck with a $58,000 tab that resulted, in part, from TAD paying overtime in a futile attempt…
Sheriff's Office blotter
An officer made a traffic stop at the intersection of U.S. 2 and Vinion Lane after a vehicle failed to slow for a school bus.
Montana Public Service Commission votes to increase NorthWestern Energy rates
This agreement will mean a 28% increase in residential energy rates since August 2022.
Dog-eating grizzly causes consternation in North Fork
The problems started on Oct. 1, when a grizzly bear, apparently chasing a dog, encountered and mauled a woman at the “bubble-ups” near Trail Creek Road. Her husband drove it off with bear spray.