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No jail time for Libby man guilty of cocaine possession
Cuffe ordered Maxim to pay the fee while pointing out that he had the duration of the sentence to do it.
Montana author D’Ambrosio sentenced to prison for Montana Historical Society thefts
The judge said that D’Ambrosio’s excuse that he stole the items during a difficult time in his life didn’t explain his actions.
The Western News Photos of the Year, Part 4
In the fourth installment, we are including images of local first responders.
Cabinet Peaks Foundation’s Festival Fundraising Gala raises $75k
2024’s Gala was no exception, with more than 270 attendees and more than $75,000 in funds raised.
Beagle takes over principal duties at Libby Middle High School
Beagle is taking on the added responsibilities following the...
Local bar owner accused of assaulting woman in own establishment
When Luthey spoke with the alleged victim, she said she was in the bar when...
Libby woman accused of dealing drugs
Five days later, the detective met with...
Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness guided winter hikes
Winter hiking and snowshoeing are perfect ways to see another side of our wild backyard.
Forest officials plan thinning work near Libby
Kootenai National Forest Libby Ranger District has proposed a project in the Bobtail and Lower Pipe Creek areas that would include logging on nearly 3,000 acres of federal land in a tract of nearly 3,600 acres.
Year in Review, Part 4
At the Montana State High School Association Class A Championships, freshman Capri Farmer captured fourth in the girls race while sophomore Cody Watson was fif…
Libby felon denied in effort to have bail lowered
In the most recent incident, McQueen is accused of assaulting a woman at 1:49 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at 920 Mineral Avenue.
Washington woman arraigned on local child custody case
According to the Dec. 10 county jail roster, Canavan remains locked up in the...
RMEF project conserves migration corridor, expand public access
The property is on the northwest end of the Tobacco Root Mountains near the town of Whitehall.
Year in Review, Part 3
With the dismissal of a “bad actor” lawsuit following the retirement of former CEO Phillips Baker Jr., mining company Hecla said it is ramping up exploration i…
The Western News Photos of the Year
In this installment, we are including images of young people having a good time.
The Western News Photos of the Year, Part 3
In the third installment, we are including images of local first wildlife.