Man charged with pointing a rifle at people in Behchoko

Seven updated art programs, including two newly created ones, are now open for applications through the Government of the Northwest Territories.

Folk On The Rocks has announced the performers for this year’s Main Stage Showdown.

Testing results show another school in the territory with elevated levels of lead in water. Since comprehensive testing of schools across the N.W.T. began this fall, 31 school sites out of 38 announced to date have tested positive for elevated levels of lead. Two officials from the department of Infrastructure said the N.W.T. plans to look at testing more public buildings including health care centres and hospitals once school testing is completed.

On Wednesday Yellowknife city council heard more on the latest proposed community plan draft which includes incentives to help boost affordable housing as well as a new housing policy. Some councillors expressed concerns that policies could hinder development.

The Hay River Library Committee is stepping away from their role overseeing local library services. Hay River Councillor and Deputy Mayor Keith Dohey issued the announcement on the town’s website and social media page on Thursday. Dohey said that after years of service, the committee will no longer be overseeing the library as of April 30.