More than $20 million of delayed FEMA funds allocated to Montpelier and VTrans
The stalled FEMA funds had delayed the replacement of the Montpelier City Hall elevator, which has been out of commission since the 2023 flood.
May 15, 2026Open source
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Montpelier ready to get to work on backburnered projects
MONTPELIER — The list is $60 million long, most of the required funding is either in hand or has been committed and, while the schedule is subject to chang...
May 15, 2026Open source
Roundup: Montpelier pummels Burlington, 15-3
MONTPELIER — The Burlington boys Ultimate team has never had a losing season and claimed its second crown two years ago after advancing to the championship...
May 15, 2026Open source
Montpelier Ultimate gears up for PVI
Competing against a reigning national champ is the type of thing most athletes can only close their eyes and dream about in a tiny state like Vermont.
May 15, 2026Open source
Bear Lake District 2 County Commission race underway
MONTPELIER — Four candidates are vying for the Bear Lake County District 2 commissioner seat: Steve Allred, Lance Fitzsimmons, Micah Rigby and Richard Bara...
May 14, 2026Open source
Dates announced for dedication of new Idaho temple
MONTPELIER — Leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced open house and dedication dates for the Montpelier Idaho Temple.
May 6, 2026Open source
Montpelier Idaho Temple to host public tours ahead of dedication
The open house for the Montpelier Idaho Temple has been announced by the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Public tours will b
May 4, 2026Open source
LDS Church announces open house, dedication dates for Montpelier Idaho Temple
The following is a news release from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. MONTPELIER – The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of La...
May 4, 2026Open source
Dedication date set for Idaho’s next Latter-day Saint temple
Montpelier Idaho Temple. Dedication, open house. Idaho. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
May 4, 2026Open source
Montpelier police arrest man accused of breaking into vehicles
Police in Montpelier have arrested a 20-year-old man accused of breaking into several vehicles and stealing goods worth over $3,000.
May 4, 2026Open source
Capitol Recap: Proposal to tax high earners stirs debate over policy, and politics, in Montpelier
Capitol Recap: Proposal to tax high earners stirs debate over policy, and politics, in Montpelier
May 2, 2026Open source
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Two contested judicial races bring in heavy donations – the breakdown and ethics of nonpartisan elections
IDAHO FALLS – The primary election is now less than a week away and numerous contested races are happening throughout eastern Idaho. Among them are two con...
May 14, 2026Open source
Two candidates seek Bear Lake County clerk position
BEAR LAKE — Two candidates are vying for the position of Bear Lake County clerk in the upcoming primary election: Richard Spencer and incumbent Amy Bishop....
May 14, 2026Open source
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Las Vegas resident gets 27 months in prison for role in coin shop burglaries
The judge ordered restitution to cover losses at six shops across five states: Wayne Miller Coins in Helena ($58,629); OZ Coin & Bullion in American Fork, Ut...
May 30, 2026Open source
Federal official tells Idaho lawmakers there’s ‘no leeway’ in awarding rural health funds
BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) — A federal official overseeing a major rural health grant approved by Congress last summer emphasized to Idaho lawmakers that ti...
May 30, 2026Open source
UPDATE: Missing national forest employee located in Idaho
Update: According to a Facebook post from the Jackson Police Department, James McPhee has been located in Idaho, and is no longer considered a missing person...
May 30, 2026Open source
Playful pit bull mix ready for an active family
Clark, a pit bull-terrier mix, is our Pet of the Week. The 3-year-old dog came to Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls as a stray. He has lots of energy...
May 30, 2026Open source
N. Idaho man charged with vehicular homicide in fatal Hayden apartment crash
Authorities arrested the suspect on charges of vehicular homicide and aggravated DUI, marking his 48th booking into the Kootenai County Jail.
May 30, 2026Open source
Idaho Humane Society has taken in 2000 cats this year; seeks donations and fosters
Since Jan. 1, Idaho Humane Society has taken in 2,003 cats, many needing foster homes. The shelter covers care and supplies, but urges the public to foster o...
May 30, 2026Open source
Caldwell Torch Run precedes Special Olympics State Summer Games
Athletes and law enforcement carried the ceremonial torch in Caldwell on Friday to kick off the Special Olympics Idaho State Games, continuing in Nampa for t...
May 30, 2026Open source
'One of the few remaining of the greatest generation': Idaho World War II veteran honored
Patrick Teixeira, a 97-year-old WWII veteran, was celebrated at Scheels in Meridian and will soon embark on an Honor Flight this fall.
May 30, 2026Open source
Man sentenced to 12 years in prison for gang-related violence in Buffalo Wild Wings parking lot
Lazaro Vela, linked to two gang-related shootings in Idaho, has been sentenced to 12 years for aggravated battery at a Nampa Buffalo Wild Wings.
May 30, 2026Open source
2 Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho, 4 crew members eject safely, organizer says
Two Navy jets crashed during an air show Sunday at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. Four crew members ejected safely, organizer said.
May 17, 2026Open source
Idaho airshow stopped following reported jet crash
An airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho was abruptly halted Sunday following what officials described as an “aircraft incident."
May 17, 2026Open source
Idaho airshow stopped following reported jet crash
An airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho was abruptly halted Sunday following what officials described as an “aircraft incident."
May 17, 2026Open source
Eagle intersection to be closed for roundabout construction
The intersection at Linder Road and Floating Feather Road in Eagle, Idaho, will closed Monday, May 18, 2026, so that a roundabout can be built. Here
May 15, 2026Open source
LC State alumnus Tony Havens named 2026 Outstanding Teacher Educator
LEWISTON – Lewis-Clark State College alumnus Tony Havens was selected as the 2026 Outstanding Teacher Educator by the school’s Teacher Education & Ma...
May 14, 2026Open source
Intersection of Ripon Ave. And 17th Street Closure Beginning May 18th
LEWISTON - Beginning on Monday, May 18, Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District (LOID) will be performing road work near 1716 Ripon Avenue and the intersection...
May 14, 2026Open source
National Public Works Week May 17th – 23rd, Public Works Expo on May 21st
LEWISTON - In accordance with the tradition of the American Public Works Association, those who work in professions that provide and maintain public faciliti...
May 14, 2026Open source
Moscow man sentenced to more than 17 years for possession of child pornography
Devin Terrance Pickler, from Moscow, Idaho, has been sentenced to 210 months in prison for possessing child pornography.
May 12, 2026Open source
Funland at the Zoo reopens Saturday, May 23 in Idaho Falls
Funland at the Zoo will open for the season Saturday, May 23 with a refreshed, fully restored historic amusement experience in Idaho Falls.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Montpelier is in Bear Lake County, Idaho.
Region: Idaho
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Las Vegas resident gets 27 months in prison for role in coin shop burglaries
The judge ordered restitution to cover losses at six shops across five states: Wayne Miller Coins in Helena ($58,629); OZ Coin & Bullion in American Fork, Ut...
May 30, 2026Open source
Federal official tells Idaho lawmakers there’s ‘no leeway’ in awarding rural health funds
BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) — A federal official overseeing a major rural health grant approved by Congress last summer emphasized to Idaho lawmakers that ti...
May 30, 2026Open source
UPDATE: Missing national forest employee located in Idaho
Update: According to a Facebook post from the Jackson Police Department, James McPhee has been located in Idaho, and is no longer considered a missing person...
May 30, 2026Open source
Looking Back: Girl killed by tiger that escaped at circus; and incident at local cemetery called a ‘grave...
IDAHO FALLS — EastIdahoNews.com is looking back at what life was like during the week of May 25 to May 31 in east Idaho history. 1900-1925 TWIN FALLS — A...
May 30, 2026Open source
Idaho man killed in Roy multi-vehicle crash
One person was killed after a crash between three vehicles in Roy on Thursday, and traffic delays are reported in the area.
May 30, 2026Open source
N. Idaho man charged with vehicular homicide in fatal Hayden apartment crash
Authorities arrested the suspect on charges of vehicular homicide and aggravated DUI, marking his 48th booking into the Kootenai County Jail.
May 30, 2026Open source
Idaho Humane Society has taken in 2000 cats this year; seeks donations and fosters
Since Jan. 1, Idaho Humane Society has taken in 2,003 cats, many needing foster homes. The shelter covers care and supplies, but urges the public to foster o...
May 30, 2026Open source
Caldwell Torch Run precedes Special Olympics State Summer Games
Athletes and law enforcement carried the ceremonial torch in Caldwell on Friday to kick off the Special Olympics Idaho State Games, continuing in Nampa for t...
May 30, 2026Open source
Power restored for nearly 20,000 residents following strong Treasure Valley winds
Idaho Power has been working overnight to restore service to thousands of residents affected by high winds during Thursday's storm.
May 30, 2026Open source
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