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Russian roulette convict back in county jail
But, according to a report by Montana Probation and Parole Officer Steve Watson, Ball was accused...
Troy man accused of attacking wife may argue self defense
Glaese was in court with his attorney, Sean Hinchey for a hearing to determine the length of a potential trial and also to request permission to leave Montana …
Libby Middle High School First Quarter Honor Roll
The first term honor roll for Libby Middle and High schools has been released.
Search and rescue teams bring back lost adventurers
Two folks who were having trouble in southern Lincoln County’s wilder places are...
Snow wreaks havoc in southern Lincoln Co.
Three traffic crashes were reported in the Libby area on Monday.
Fatal crash reported on U.S. 2 west of Libby
Also, a two-vehicle traffic accident occurred at about 9:40 a.m. on Montana 37 at mile marker 8 near the Osprey Landing boat ramp.
Time to vote: Polls open at 7 a.m. Tuesday
Polls close at 8 p.m. and for those who still need to register, they may do so today at the Election Center at the county Annex Building, located at 418 Mineral Ave. in Libby.
Feds taking comment on Pacific Northwest Trail plan
The Forest Service wants to complete the plan by late 2023. It’s a key document that will give state, federal and tribal land managers a guide for developing t…
Libby man accused of assaulting wife during argument
Libby Police Officer Joshua Brabo wrote in a report that he was called to a residence on Commerce Way for an incident that began as a verbal argument and escal…
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center partners with Holistic Pain Management
According to the Centers for Disease Control, chronic pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical treatment.
City to use combination of grants for upcoming projects
To avoid loans the City of Libby will use a combination of grants to enhance water and sewer infrastructure.
Software glitch causes ad mistakes
The Western News regrets the error, but the new software will make our operations more efficient once the bugs are worked out.
Eureka woman pleads guilty to stealing from blind man
Part of the plea deal was a joint recommendation from both sides for a 4-year deferred sentence.
Break in weather greets Libby Halloweeners
Halloween revelers of all ages went up and down the street gathering sweets and candy as they were greeted by dry skies and comfortable temperatures.
Time to set clocks back on Sunday
While Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a bill in May 2021 to keep the state in daylight saving time year-round, it and other states who passed such legislation are currently waiting on federal approval for it to …
Unions vote down contracts, renewing threat of rail shutdown
Six weeks ago, railroads, labor leaders and the White House celebrated a deal to avert a nationwide railroad strike. Now workers are saying ‘not so fast.’