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With June 15 marking Elder Abuse Awareness Day, advocates in the territory are calling for an end to the silence. Karen Willy, executive director of the Seniors’ Society has emphasized the importance of talking about elder abuse, a critical issue that is too often overlooked.“Abuse, whether it's abuse of a spouse or an Elder, abuse is quite often silent,” said Willy.

The Riches of Ragged Ass Road Community Yard Sale is back for its fourth year running, with tons of unique items for sale, baked goods, and more.

The Government of the Northwest Territories is asking residents to share their opinions on if the territory should submit a bid to host the 2035 Canada Winter Games.

Yellowknife RCMP have seized 23 firearms following their search of a residence as part of their ongoing investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity last Thursday.

While water levels have improved, the N.W.T. continues to face an unprecedented fourth season of drought, according to the latest measures taken between mid-May to early June. “Water levels have shown some recovery since the low water levels observed over the past few years, with increases in water levels due to an above-average snowpack in much of the Mackenzie River basin,” said Climate Change researchers with the territory in their latest report.

The Government of the Northwest Territories says they will be increasing compliance and licensing fees, as well as toll fees at the Deh Cho Bridge. 

The Government of the Northwest Territories is working with the Town of Hay River to continue library services in the town.

The Government of the Northwest Territories has announced the Primary and Community Health Care Framework, outlining a path to improve primary and community health across the territory.  

Two fires that have been burning in the Wood Buffalo park have crossed into the Northwest Territories and will now be managed together as the Klewi Complex.