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Crews make containment progress on Wood Buffalo’s 52,000 ha wildfire

Fire Lisa Iesse -
Three new fires were reported in the territory as the wildfire on the northeastern side of Wood Buffalo remains over 52,000 hectares in size. More than 200 personnel and 13 helicopters were deployed in response to the fire over the weekend. While the wildfire remains out of control, officials reported that containment efforts have progressed well on all sides of the wildfire.

Advocates, allies from across N.W.T. march for Frank Gruben and Pride in Ft Smith

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse -
The Fort Smith community was joined by allies from Aklavik, Inuvik and Yellowknife for Frank Gruben and Pride this weekend. Ryker Jaxson Lonehardt, who is the festival’s main organizer, began the event in Gruben’s name three years ago after hearing that he was missing. Gruben moved to Fort Smith for studies and was a member of the close-knit 2SLGBTQ1A+ community there. He was was last seen on May 6 2023 and was just 30 years old at the time of his disappearance.

“Bizarre” kayak incident leads to charges after man uses snow shovel to paddle on Marion Lake

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse -
A 63-year old man is facing charges after what police called a “bizarre” kayak accident causing a vessel to dangerously capsize in Behchokǫ̀. Police reported that on Monday, they received a report that an allegedly intoxicated individual had stolen a kayak and was using a snow shovel to paddle it around Marion Lake.

New bilingual literacy center opens in Yellowknife

City of Yellowknife Alice Daniels -
Collège Nordique Francophone, the NWT Literary Council, and the Government of the Northwest Territories have announced the opening of a new bilingual literacy outreach center in Yellowknife. 

Support and search for Frank Gruben grows, mobilizes community Pride

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse -
The Frank Gruben Pride Festival is raising awareness of Frank Gruben’s case as supporters celebrate the life of the unforgettable young man three years after he disappeared from Fort Smith. Ryker Jaxson Lonehardt, who is the festival's main organizer, says the goal is to help find Frank Gruben by calling attention to his story and creating a space where 2SLGBTQIA+ persons can feel safe and be honoured and celebrated.

Yellowknife police charge suspect following early morning gas station robbery

RCMP Alice Daniels -
Yellowknife RCMP have charged one person following reports of an armed robbery early on Wednesday morning.  

Experts to hold first territory-wide webinar panel examining state of Elder abuse prevention

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse -
Advocates with the NWT Senior Society say ending Elder abuse can begin with awareness and prevention rooted in community knowledges. Community experts from the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, Inuvik Justice Committee, the Yellowknife Senior Society and the NWT Seniors Society are planning to hold a panel discussion on the issues at stake for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

NWT residents can now access Alberta online health records

Northwest Territories Alice Daniels -
Residents in the Northwest Territories who travel to Alberta to receive healthcare will now be able to access a MyHealth Alberta Account, giving them access to online records of the care they’ve received in the province.

Tłı̨chǫ Government celebrates second year of major reforestation project

Northwest Territories Alice Daniels -
The Tłı̨chǫ Government is hosting a special opening ceremony tomorrow at the Culture Centre in Behchokǫ̀ to celebrate the second year of their major reforestation project. 

Yellowknife officials to test emergency notification system next week

City of Yellowknife Lisa Iesse -
Yellowknife officials plan to test the Voyent Alert! emergency notification system next week.The city is testing the effectiveness of the app in delivering critical information to registered users. A test of the system is scheduled for June 19 at 11:00 a.m.

Folk On The Rocks launches 2026 raffle

Folk On The Rocks Alice Daniels -
Folk On The Rocks has announced their 2026 Festival Raffle, giving participants the chance to win incredible travel experiences as well as support the greatest party under the midnight sun. 
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