Hay River becomes the first ‘Fibre-to-the-Home’ community North of 60 says Northwestel
Hay River residents are now able to request faster internet speeds as Northwestel begins connecting customers to the new fibre network making them the first…
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Behchokǫ̀ enacts temporary liquor ban
The community of Behchokǫ̀ has decided to temporarily ban alcohol within its borders. The ban started on Saturday, May 9 and will last until May…
The Mackenzie River and Peel River ice crossing will close at 5:00 p.m. today
The Mackenzie River ice crossing at kilometre (km) 143, the Peel River ice crossing at km 74 and the winter access to Tsiigehtchic will close…
CPHO says NWT in ‘home stretch’ to easing public health orders, plan still to come
In a half-hour long news conference on Wednesday afternoon, Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Kami Kandola did little more than tease an upcoming plan to…
‘Together, We Are Strong’ campaign ends May 15
The United Way NWT teamed up with the Yellowknife Community Foundation during the COVID-19 pandemic to support NWT community organizations; the campaign is ending on…
Premier says hair salons, similar businesses likely first to re-open with right protection; detailed recovery plan still to come
NWT residents in need of a haircut will need to let their locks grow a little longer. But they can take comfort in knowing hair…
Wildfire season predicted to be ‘above average’ in the NWT
Wildfire season began in the NWT on May 1 and the GNWT is taking a proactive approach this year because conditions may change like a…
Hay River orders evacuation for Vale Island, West Channel
The Town of Hay River has issued an evacuation notice for residents of Vale Island and West Channel. The town issued the notice about 9…
‘Not everybody can afford to wait’: Payments for Sixties Scoop survivors delayed by COVID-19
Sixties Scoop survivors will still have to wait for an unknown period of time before seeing the money they’re owed through the federal settlement. Collectiva,…
Tłı̨chǫ Government provides emergency child care for essential workers during COVID-19
The Tłı̨chǫ Government is providing emergency child care in Behchokǫ̀ for essential service workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release, the Tłı̨chǫ…