The city of Yellowknife is looking for input from the public on two major initiatives, including a climate resiliency action plan and a comprehensive update to the community plan. “We’re asking people to think with ambition and help shape what Yellowknife can be,” said Mayor Ben Hendriksen in a recent...

Yellowknife RCMP and the Yellowknife Fire Department reported that one person sustained severe injuries from an explosion that occurred during the early morning hours yesterday in downtown Yellowknife.  Just after 2 a.m, the Yellowknife Fire Department and the RCMP received a call to 5122 54 Street regarding an explosion that...

From parade traditions to the Global Village, live performances and a special live national broadcast, local artisan vendors and food booths -  Canada Day festivities are taking over the city of Yellowknife on July 1.  Celebrations in Somba K’e Plaza will also feature activities for youth, along with diverse opportunities...

Unionized doctors and nurses from Stanton Territorial issued a response to the NWT health authority’s proposed “alternative” ER care models with the potential of "virtual support" measures. The proposal released in June had suggested possible alternatives to in-person emergency physician coverage at Stanton ER amid what medical professionals agree...

École William McDonald Middle School’s latest water test results show elevated levels of lead present in most of the water outlets tested, said Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Kami Kandola Results for Range Lake North School indicate the continued precautionary flushing of water “will likely be needed.” Dr. Kandola cautions that babies, infants,...

The Beer Barge Fundraiser is gearing up to once again deliver a taste of Yellowknife history, stepping back about a century in time, when having a “cold one” was a rare luxury that even money could not buy. “Usually the first barge into Yellowknife was the second week, third week,...