5 h. ago Wess Roley's family breaks silence to pay tribute to firefighters he killed in Idaho mountain ambush

The update on the victims came as Roley's family expressed their grief and sorrow for those the 20-year-old hurt after allegedly lighting a bush on fire and ambushing the first responders.

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17 h. ago Idaho sniper's grandpa hints at vain reason he launched firefighter ambush as his terrifying social media is revealed

Wess Val Roley allegedly launched a barrage of gunfire over several hours around 1.30pm at Canfield Mountain, close to the town of Coeur d'Alene in northern Idaho, killing two firefighters.

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21 h. ago Suspected shooter identified after two Idaho firefighters killed in ‘sniper’ ambush

The suspected gunman, who was found dead, was identified Monday as Wess Roley

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22 h. ago Wess Roley pictured after Idaho shooting that killed two firefighters

He slaughtered two firefighters, who haven't been named, and left a third critically-ill after starting a brush fire cops fear was used to bait the fire department.

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24 h. ago Idaho fire shooting: Gunman named after luring firefighters into deadly ‘sniper ambush’

Officials say the suspect deliberately ignited a blaze at Canfield Mountain to lure firefighters into ‘an ambush’

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24 h. ago Haunting audio reveals firefighter's final moments as Idaho sniper unleashed terror on anniversary of terrifying local incident

The unconfirmed theory has been floated on social media, after sleuths realized the dates of the incidents matched up.

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26 h. ago Idaho sniper named as traumatized locals pay tribute to slain firefighters

He slaughtered two firefighters, who haven't been named, and left a third critically-ill after starting a brush fire cops fear was used to bait the fire department.

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31 h. ago Idaho fire shooting: All we know about gunman after firefighters lured into deadly ‘sniper ambush’

Officials say the suspect deliberately ignited a blaze at Canfield Mountain to lure firefighters into ‘an ambush’

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34 h. ago Idaho shooting latest: Sniper deliberately started wildfire to lure firefighters into deadly ambush, sheriff says

Authorities end ‘shelter-in-place’ order for the residents of Coeur d’Alene

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34 h. ago Terrifying new details emerge from Idaho shooting ambush after sniper

At least two first responders were killed and numerous others were injured after coming under fire in an ambush attack as they responded to a fire in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

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37 h. ago Idaho shooting latest: Two dead after sniper opens fire on firefighters and police during wildfire emergency

Authorities have issued a shelter-in-place order for the residents of Coeur d’Alene

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40 h. ago Two killed and firefighters attacked by active shooter ‘sniper fire’ in Idaho

Authorities warned public to avoid area around Canfield Mountain Trailhead

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40 h. ago Idaho shooting: two dead after firefighters ambushed by gunman while responding to fire

Shelter-in-place alert sent to Coeur d’Alene residents after multiple people were shot at while controlling fireA sniper ambushed firefighters responding to a blaze in an Idaho mountain community on Sunday, according to local law enforcement killing at least two people and unleashing barrages of gunfire over several hours in an attack the governor called a “heinous” assault. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office said crews responded to a fire at Canfield Mountain about 1.30 pm and gunshots were reported about a half hour later. Sheriff Bob Norris told reporters officials didn’t know if anyone else was shot. “We don’t know how many suspects are up there, and we don’t know how many casualties there are,” Norris said. “We are actively taking sniper fire as we speak.” People are still coming off the mountain, the sheriff said, so it “would be safe to assume” that others are still up there. The state’s governor Brad Little said “multiple” firefighters were attacked. “Multiple heroic firef...

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2 w. ago Thousands more smokers to get help to quit after cash boost of at least £80 million

The bumper funding, announced in this week’s Spending Review, will help pay for smoking cessation programmes, including local stop smoking services which provide access to patches and gum and give dedicated advice and support

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2 w. ago The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror – review roundup

Awakened by Laura Elliott; Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by VE Schwab; Immaculate Conception by Ling Ling Huang; Esperance by Adam Oyebanji; The Quiet by Barnaby MartinAwakened by Laura Elliott (Angry Robot, £9.99)A debut novel set in an apocalyptic 2055, following the development of a neural chip dispensing with the need for sleep. At first it seemed a blessing: it ramped up people’s metabolisms, made them stronger and more productive workers, but when they ignored the advice to turn it off and sleep for at least a few hours a week, they turned into ravenous monsters. Thea is one of a group of scientists who developed the chip and are now barricaded in the Tower of London, struggling to reverse the damage they have caused, when two survivors turn up seeking shelter: a silent, traumatised woman and her protector, a nameless man who shows signs of having once been Sleepless himself. Thea comes to question her own values and past actions in a dark and gripping gothic tale with e...

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2 w. ago Albion Rovers 'can't pay wages but we can provide a platform', says boss

Sandy Clark has had his budget completely slashed for the 2025/26 campaign amid tightening purse strings at Cliftonhill

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3 w. ago Warning over 10% price hike trick when paying by card abroad this summer

Exclusive: Sleight of hand by merchants can deprive you of the choice to pay in local funds

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3 w. ago Pay dispute involving Dumfries and Galloway Scottish Water workers rumbles on

The latest offer has been slammed by unions – despite the utility firm describing it as 'very strong and progressive'.

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3 w. ago Should you pay in the local currency or pounds when you're on holiday?

When you're handed a card machine on holiday, should you pay in pounds or the local currency?

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3 w. ago Davy Russell celebrates victory in Hamilton, Larkhall & Stonehouse by

The new Labour MSP saw his localised campaign concentrating on knocking doors and speaking to voters pay off with a surprise win

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