Listed below are some links to other online resources we hope you will find useful!
Greater Newport Area Chamber of Commerce - http://www.newportareachamber.com/
The chamber website is a very helpful tool in finding what is happening in Pend Oreille County, places to visit, shop and eat. The event calendar is updated frequently to include all kinds of activities and events. The member directory will assist you in contacting member businesses by mail, phone, email or website.
Economic Development / Business Resources Tri-County Economic Development District - http://www.teddonline.com
Tri County Economic Development District, a federally designated Economic Development District of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The Economic Development Administration was created to encourage economic development in the region through planning, research and development. The District serves Ferry, Pend Oreille and Stevens Counties in northeast Washington.
Northeast Washington Trends -http://www.northeastwashingtontrends.ewu.edu
Northeast Washington Trends identifies, tracks and compares key historical data in an easily navigable website from Ferry, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties in order for these counties to assess how they are doing in key quality-of-life areas, such as education, health, and the environment. The data is offered as neutral information for all parties involved in public policy issues.
Tourism Information PORTA - Pend Oreille River Tourism Association - http://www.porta-us.com
The purpose of the Pend Oreille River Tourism Alliance is to create a responsible tourism economy in the Pend Oreille River Community in ways sensitive to the culture, heritage and environment of the region. PORTA provides an organized forum through which all tourism interests in Pend Oreille County can come together for a coordinated, focused tourism development program and works to maximize additional overnight visitors and traveler expenditures, increase state and local tax revenues, and provide job opportunities.
International Selkirk Loop - http://www.selkirkloop.org
The International Selkirk Loop is a 450 km / 280-mile scenic drive encircling the spectacular Selkirk Mountains in eastern Washington, northern Idaho and southeastern British Columbia.
City, County & Tribal Information City of Newport - http://www.newport-wa.org
The City of Newport, with a population just over 2,000, is the largest city in Pend Oreille County, located on the Washington/Idaho border just west of the Pend Oreille River. With an elevation of 2,160 feet, Newport is a four season city and the home of our Chamber's office and Visitors' Center. The population of Pend Oreille County is approximately 12,000, leaving ample space for wildlife to thrive. There are 55 lakes, thousands of acres of forest, and mountains climbing to heights of 7,300 feet.
Kalispel Tribe - http://www.kalispeltribe.com
The Kalispel Indian Reservation is located in Usk, Washington, 55 miles north of Spokane in Pend Oreille County along 10 miles of the Pend Oreille River and 40 acres of trust land in Airway Heights. The reservation is home to the Camas Center for Community Wellness which is part of the Kalispel Tribe’s vision for improving the standard of living among tribal members and the community. Located on tribal land, the center is operated by the Kalispel Tribal Government and is a comprehensive health care asset for the local community.
Educational & Vocational Facilities Newport School District -http://newportschools.schoolwires.net
Cusick School District -http://www.cusick.wednet.edu
Newport College Center -http://www.iel.spokane.edu/Locations/Outside-Spokane2/newport.aspx
Community Colleges of Spokane Institute for Extended Learning Newport Center offers accredited college classes, adult basic education, GED, and non-credit classes to rural residents in Northeast Washington and adjacent Bonner County Idaho.
Rural Resources, Community Action -http://www.ruralresources.org
Since 1965, Rural Resources Community Action has helped residents of Northeastern Washington help themselves and each other. Through education, resources and support, we offer real hope to children, seniors and families, by working to create a stronger and more stable community for us all.
Neighboring Chambers of Commerce North Pend Oreille County Chamber of Commerce - http://www.npochamber.org
The North Pend Oreille Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization serving the communities of Metaline, Metaline Falls and Ione in the northeast corner of Washington state. Our vision is to develop a strong business economy by stimulating economic development in our community, and encouraging free enterprise. Priest River Chamber of Commerce -http://www.priestriverchamber.com
Greater Newport Area Chamber of Commerce - http://www.newportareachamber.com/
The chamber website is a very helpful tool in finding what is happening in Pend Oreille County, places to visit, shop and eat. The event calendar is updated frequently to include all kinds of activities and events. The member directory will assist you in contacting member businesses by mail, phone, email or website.
Economic Development / Business Resources Tri-County Economic Development District - http://www.teddonline.com
Tri County Economic Development District, a federally designated Economic Development District of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The Economic Development Administration was created to encourage economic development in the region through planning, research and development. The District serves Ferry, Pend Oreille and Stevens Counties in northeast Washington.
Northeast Washington Trends -http://www.northeastwashingtontrends.ewu.edu
Northeast Washington Trends identifies, tracks and compares key historical data in an easily navigable website from Ferry, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties in order for these counties to assess how they are doing in key quality-of-life areas, such as education, health, and the environment. The data is offered as neutral information for all parties involved in public policy issues.
Tourism Information PORTA - Pend Oreille River Tourism Association - http://www.porta-us.com
The purpose of the Pend Oreille River Tourism Alliance is to create a responsible tourism economy in the Pend Oreille River Community in ways sensitive to the culture, heritage and environment of the region. PORTA provides an organized forum through which all tourism interests in Pend Oreille County can come together for a coordinated, focused tourism development program and works to maximize additional overnight visitors and traveler expenditures, increase state and local tax revenues, and provide job opportunities.
International Selkirk Loop - http://www.selkirkloop.org
The International Selkirk Loop is a 450 km / 280-mile scenic drive encircling the spectacular Selkirk Mountains in eastern Washington, northern Idaho and southeastern British Columbia.
City, County & Tribal Information City of Newport - http://www.newport-wa.org
The City of Newport, with a population just over 2,000, is the largest city in Pend Oreille County, located on the Washington/Idaho border just west of the Pend Oreille River. With an elevation of 2,160 feet, Newport is a four season city and the home of our Chamber's office and Visitors' Center. The population of Pend Oreille County is approximately 12,000, leaving ample space for wildlife to thrive. There are 55 lakes, thousands of acres of forest, and mountains climbing to heights of 7,300 feet.
Kalispel Tribe - http://www.kalispeltribe.com
The Kalispel Indian Reservation is located in Usk, Washington, 55 miles north of Spokane in Pend Oreille County along 10 miles of the Pend Oreille River and 40 acres of trust land in Airway Heights. The reservation is home to the Camas Center for Community Wellness which is part of the Kalispel Tribe’s vision for improving the standard of living among tribal members and the community. Located on tribal land, the center is operated by the Kalispel Tribal Government and is a comprehensive health care asset for the local community.
Educational & Vocational Facilities Newport School District -http://newportschools.schoolwires.net
Cusick School District -http://www.cusick.wednet.edu
Newport College Center -http://www.iel.spokane.edu/Locations/Outside-Spokane2/newport.aspx
Community Colleges of Spokane Institute for Extended Learning Newport Center offers accredited college classes, adult basic education, GED, and non-credit classes to rural residents in Northeast Washington and adjacent Bonner County Idaho.
Rural Resources, Community Action -http://www.ruralresources.org
Since 1965, Rural Resources Community Action has helped residents of Northeastern Washington help themselves and each other. Through education, resources and support, we offer real hope to children, seniors and families, by working to create a stronger and more stable community for us all.
Neighboring Chambers of Commerce North Pend Oreille County Chamber of Commerce - http://www.npochamber.org
The North Pend Oreille Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization serving the communities of Metaline, Metaline Falls and Ione in the northeast corner of Washington state. Our vision is to develop a strong business economy by stimulating economic development in our community, and encouraging free enterprise. Priest River Chamber of Commerce -http://www.priestriverchamber.com
