CAROLYN BOSTICK
Carolyn Bostick has worked for the Coeur d’Alene Press since June 2023. She covers Shoshone County and Coeur d'Alene. Carolyn previously worked in Utica, New York at the Observer-Dispatch for almost seven years before briefly working at The Inquirer and Mirror in Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Since she moved to the Pacific Northwest from upstate New York in 2021, she's performed with the Spokane Shakespeare Society for three summers.
Recent Stories
FORC plans Coeur d'Alene River cleanup
It’s time to return to the river. The Friends of the River Coalition (F.O.R.C.) is coordinating its annual river cleanup Saturday, July 27.
Shoshone County Fire District evolves recruitment to boost retention
The district operates with six full-time career positions, three part-time/resident firefighters, and about 16 volunteers.
ALICE report: wage growth outpaced by inflation
The newest ALICE report shows wage growth was no match for inflation after a decade of falling behind.
Post Falls Police face staffing crunch amid city's growth
'It's not a quick fix'
Ryan Dalke of Post Falls Police wears a lot of hats when it comes to his work. A normal day could range from responsibilities including supervising officers in the field, firearms instruction, is on the SWAT team and body cam footage.
Shoshone County home sales up, prices down
Flood plain insurance a sticking point for some
Shoshone County housing market numbers increased 3.4% from May 2023 to May 2024 numbers according to real estate portal, Multiple Listing Service, surprising Shoshone County realtor Cindy Carlson. "It’s typically slower in an election year, "Carlson said.
On the fire line
Multi-agency wildland fire training prepares firefighters before the fire strikes
As an engineer for the Forest Service and former helicopter mechanic in the Marine Corps., for Ashley McCarthy, going through wildland fire training was a return to her roots.
Kellogg YMCA building not salvageable
The YMCA building on McKinley Avenue holds a special place in local history for many, but after a lack of use and degrading building conditions, DEQ and the Silver Valley Economic Development Corp. believe the structure has reached the end of its lifetime.
After 20 years, Shoshone Medical Center gets new digital records system
After 20 years of serving Shoshone Medical Center’s patients, the hospital logged on to a new records system this month.
Idaho Servant Adventures seeks to help Shoshone County residents
Residents needing minor home repairs in the Silver Valley are being sought for a summer service project through Lutherhaven. Idaho Servant Adventures is preparing to send out over 600 young volunteers this summer to impact the community through acts of service such as painting homes or small home repairs.
Friends of the River Coalition adds shuttle to river recreation this summer
The Friends of the River Coalition have unveiled a shuttle bus to help alleviate parking issues in the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River in Kingston.