Whitehorse Daily Star: News Archive

News Archive

RCMP launch race-based data collection project The Whitehorse RCMP detachment is one of the pilot communities for the national police force’s Race-Based Data Collection Initiative.
The elegance of polar energy takes to the stage Photo Spread
NNDDC acquires a majority stake in ColdAcre The Na-Cho Nyäk Dun Development Corp. (NNDDC) has acquired a majority stake in a Yukon company called ColdAcre Food Systems Inc. (ColdAcre).
Pair arrested in downtown area There are no details, but the RCMP were in downtown Whitehorse Tuesday afternoon in relation to an ongoing investigation.
Minister recognizes International Day of Education The Yukon’s minister of Education is observing the International Day of Education (today).
Seasonal road repairs would cost $750,000-plus A simple repair to the Copper Haul Road stirred some spirited debate at Whitehorse city council Monday evening.
Copper Ridge-area plan stirs concerns City council is mulling over a proposal for a residential development in the Copper Ridge neighbourhood.

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Ushiku exchange program openings available The City of Whitehorse is seeking Whitehorse youth ambassadors to participate in the Ushiku Sister City Exchange Program, set for July 5-15.
Councillor happy with improved snow-clearing City councillor Michelle Friesen, one of the chief architects behind the city’s revamped efforts at snow clearing, says she’s very happy with what she has seen so far.
City observes Bell Let’s Talk Day The City of Whitehorse has proclaimed Wednesday as the annual Bell Let’s Talk Day.
RCMP responding to plane crash near Fort Smith, N.W.T. Police in the Northwest Territories say they are assisting after a plane crashed near Fort Smith.
Dawson man resorts to pliers, long trip for dental care Here’s a story you can bite into.
Dawson City ice bridge still not possible The Yukon government continues to monitor the conditions of the Yukon River in Dawson City, but there’s still no date for a potential ice bridge.
Councillor seeks clarity on mining within city City councillor Kirk Cameron has asked for some clarification as to the city’s responsibilities and control over mining activity in the city – particularly the recently-approved permit for Gladiator Metals Corp.

Wanted: nominations for exceptional volunteers The City of Whitehorse is accepting nominations for the Volunteer of the Year award.
Salmon Day: preserving the salmon for the future Photo Spread
Nominations now open for youth awards Nominations for the 2024 Outstanding Youth Achievement Awards are now open.
Language centre honours 11 youth immersion graduates The Yukon Native Language Centre recently honoured students who completed the Youth Today: Language Leaders Tomorrow language immersion program.
Pillai, ministers in Vancouver Senior members of the Yukon government are in Vancouver this week attending two important conferences.
Substance abuse woes remain, YG reminded There’s still a war of words raging between various sides regarding the substance abuse problems in outlying Yukon communities, particularly Mayo.
Bus schedule changes are confusing some riders Whitehorse Transit continues to tinker with its schedule on routes that the city has decided need some attention.
Fake postings no best friend of sled dog race The Yukon Quest is handling a dog’s breakfast of false social media accounts as it lead up to race day.
YG has paid out $328,000-plus to landlords The Yukon’s premier is defending the decision to bring in a controversial subsidy for landlords last year.

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