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Notice to Airmen issued for Wood Buffalo Park wildfire

The wildfire on the northeastern side of Wood Buffalo Park continues to burn out of control, roughly 22 km northeast of Highway 5.  

Public access to Twin Falls Trail restricted due to erosion

The Twin Falls Park Trail has been closed after erosion was observed along the riverbank. Melvin Leonard with the territory’s tourism department said that the erosion in the area poses a “serious risk” to the public and is advising anyone using the park area to keep off the trail.

NWT students compete in Skills Canada National Competition

The Skills Canada National Competition was held in Toronto last week, with numerous individuals and teams from the Northwest Territories participating.

YK Chamber “trade mission” aims to build deeper business relationships

The Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce is planning a “trade mission” to Hay River this summer. The mission is aimed at building deeper trade relationships, exchanging knowledge and examining different opportunities across the two communities at a time of significant change in the North.

Ptarmicon Movie Knight this weekend

Yellowknife gaming group Ptarmicon will be holding Ptarmicon Movie Knight this weekend to help raise funds for their Ptarmicon 2026 convention this summer.

Yellowknife mayor among local leaders joining climate action summit in Edmonton

On Thursday, Yellowknife Mayor Ben Hendriksen is joining about 300 local leaders from across the country gathering to call for climate change action.

NWT’s latest fuel price changes bring increases almost across board

The territory’s Infrastructure department has implemented fuel pricing changes for 11 communities. The adjustments come less than two months after fuel pricing saw changes on April 20. With few exceptions, the latest modifications bring significant fuel price increases across the board to those affected.

NorthWords NWT announces winners of 2026 Book Awards

NorthWords NWT has released the winners of their 2026 NorthWords NWT Book Awards, which recognizes outstanding works by authors with a strong connection to the Northwest Territories.

An Indigenous man last seen in Yellowknife is missing

Police have issued an appeal to the public for help locating a missing Indigenous man last seen in Yellowknife.

Federal Government announces $6.5 million investment in Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

The Government of Canada is investing $6.5 million into accessibility upgrades at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre.

RCMP seeking assistance to locate a man wanted on an arrest warrant

Ulukhaktok RCMP are asking for assistance from the public to locate a man wanted on an arrest warrant.
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