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Yukon coroner investigating second death at Whitehorse shelter in less than two weeks

December 31 , 2024 at 06:04:19 p.m. CST • :

In a written statement, the coroner said the person died on Monday but declined to share the name of the person or cause of death, saying the investigation is in the "very early stages.

Yukon firefighters say fire service still lacking support after rescue equipment, truck purchase delayed

December 31 , 2024 at 01:23:01 p.m. CST • :

The Association of Yukon Fire Chiefs said it feels the territory is dragging its feet when it comes to supporting fire services. It said a commitment of $900,000 for a new fire truck and rescue equipment was made, but never acted on.

Telecommunications outage that affected calling across the North resolved, says Northwestel

December 31 , 2024 at 12:19:48 p.m. CST • :

The outage affected calling from landlines to cellphones and cellphones to landlines.

How to wear sobriety around your finger

December 30 , 2024 at 07:50:57 p.m. CST • :

Grove Taggart has been carving rings with clients from treatment and detox programs for five years now. He says the rings are a way to remind clients of their sobriety and community support. Take a look.

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Researchers ask if Starlink could be a risk to northern communities. A Canadian company disagrees

December 31 , 2024 at 11:58:26 a.m. CST • :

A new report on media communications in Canada asks if Starlink could pose a threat to northern communities.

December 30 , 2024 at 01:52:11 p.m. CST • :

Whitehorse's Mount Sima ski hill closed after chairlift malfunction that left 100 people in the air

December 30 , 2024 at 05:09:42 p.m. CST • :

Nunavut man living in Winnipeg charged with possession of child pornography

December 31 , 2024 at 10:12:17 a.m. CST • :

Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce promises more support for business safety and security

December 31 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. CST • :

Contaminated soil from Pond Inlet diesel spill to stay put

December 31 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. CST • :

A new taxi company will bring vital transportation services back to Hay River

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