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YWCA NWT Receives Large Donation From Local Grocer

Generosity once again showed no bounds in Yellowknife as the YWCA NWT was presented with a cheque for more than $12,000 as part of...

Yellowknife RCMP Investigating Double Homicide

The Yellowknife RCMP and the Northwest Territories Major Crime Unit are currently investigating a double homicide that occurred early in the morning on March...

New Historical Museum Opening in Yellowknife

The Yellowknife Historical Society has officially announced that the grand opening of the new Yellowknife Historical Museum will take place on March 26th. The Museum...

Two Men Arrested in Yellowknife After Both Attempted Thefts with Knives

In two separate cases, the Yellowknife RCMP have charged individuals for armed robbery involving knives. On March 4th, Yellowknife resident Billy Pederson received several charges...

Northwords Accepting Writing Submissions for 2024 Festival

With their annual Festival approaching once again, Northwords NWT is now accepting writing submissions for this year’s event! The Northwords Writers Festival will be held...

Yellowknife RCMP Seeking Public’s Help in Identifying Assault Suspect

Yellowknife RCMP are currently investigating a shooting incident that took place early in the morning on March 12th. Around 3 a.m., Yellowknife officers were informed...

No Injuries Reported in BMO Vehicle Fire

On March 5th, the Yellowknife Fire Department were called to help deal with a vehicle fire on Range Lake Road. The fire was reported at...

Stolen Passports Recovered from Yellowknife Man after Break & Enter Investigation

A 36-year-old man is facing several charges after being arrested for a Break & Enter in Yellowknife. Early in the morning on March 7th, Yellowknife...

YK Cultural Centre Hosting New Exhibit on Historical Use of Water in NWT

The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Cantre in Yellowknife has a new exhibit on the way. Known as “Waterways: Works from the Museum Art Collection,”...

Yellowknives Dene host Youth Gathering in Yellowknife

The Yellowknives Dene First Nation are hosting a three-day Youth Gathering in Yellowknife this week for Indigenous youth to come together to share and...

Yellowknife RCMP Mourn Passing of Civilian Employee

The Yellowknife RCMP have sent out a message of mourning after the passing of a civilian employee. It was announced that Marie York-Condon passed away...

Vendor Applications Now Open for YK Farmer’s Market

As one of Yellowknife’s most beloved yearly traditions, applications are now open for vendors at the YK Farmer’s Market. This year’s market will run from...

Yellowknife Book Cellar Opens Doors at New Location

While there is still work to be done and boxes to be unpacked, the new location for the Yellowknife Book Cellar is open and...

The 29th Snowking Winter Festival has Begun!

While there was some chilling wind in the air, Saturday, March 2nd turned out to be a perfectly sunny day for Yellowknife to once...

Office of Public Guardian Moves to Temporary Office

The Office of the Public Guardian is temporarily relocating their primary location. The OPG provides assistance to individuals who wish to become the primary caretakers...

Outstanding Volunteer Awards Announced for 2022 & 2023 Recipients

The Municipal and Community Affairs Minister, Vince McKay, recently held the Northwest Territories Outstanding Volunteer Awards. These awards show highlight and show appreciation to the...

YK Students Preparing for Weekend Clothing Drive

Students from Yellowknife’s Ecole St. Patrick High School are getting ready for a special weekend event that they have been preparing over a month...

Two YK Men Charged After Barricade Incident

Two Yellowknife men have received serious charges in relation to the armed barricade situation that took place on February 22nd. Last Thursday, officers responded to...

City of Yellowknife Snow Cleaning Schedule for Week of Feb 26th

Along with this week’s snow clearing schedule, this week’s Capital Update from the City of Yellowknife is reminding residents that the deadline is approaching...

Yellowknife AVENS Community Holding Award Ceremony for Staff Members

The AVENS community in Yellowknife is getting ready to hold a special event to honour their longest lasting employees. These employees are known as their...

City of Yellowknife Reviewing Changes to Land Administration By-Law

The City of Yellowknife is looking to make some changes to the Land Administration By-law. These changes will be replacing the current Land Administration By-Law...

Four People in Custody After Armed Barricade Incident in Yellowknife

The Yellowknife RCMP are currently investigating the cause of an armed holdup that took place on February 22nd. Around 8:30pm, police were informed of an...

Yellowknife man charged in connection to a pair of commercial robberies

A Yellowknife man has been arrested in connection with robberies committed at two separate city businesses. The first robbery occurred on February 19th. Officers were...

Yellowknife RCMP search for cheques allegedly stolen from Ecole Itlo Elementary

Staff members at Yellowknife’s Ecole Itlo Elementary School are currently assisting local RCMP officers as they help them track down a number of cheques...
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