The Town of Hay River has lifted an evacuation order for Vale Island and the West Channel. As of 5:30 p.m. on May 10, the town put out a press release on their social media stating that while watershed levels are still high, local water levels have dropped and there…
NWT RCMP has stopped its investigation into the source of the Hay River highrise fire that happened two years ago. Despite the territorial Fire Marshal’s initial investigation that suggested the fire was lit intentionally, the RCMP has not laid any charges related to the case. “In the end, the criminal…
The federal and territorial governments announced a $400,000 investment into the NWT’s agriculture sector. Kevin Wallington, Choice North Farms business development manager, says the announcement is a significant step in the continued growth of the territory’s commercial food sector. A press release says the investments will be used for three…
It’s been 15 years since the winter fishery in Hay River has been open. Since then, fishermen on the Great Slave Lake have had to get creative and come up with other ways, to support their families in the winter. Now, the territorial government says fishermen will be able to…
COVID-19 has been confirmed in Hay River’s wastewater. The office of the chief public health officer (CPHO) says at least one undetected case of COVID-19 remains in the community. Anyone in self-isolation between Jan. 1 to Jan. 6 in Hay River or K’atlo’deeche First Nation must arrange for COVID-19 testing,…
The Town of Hay River announced the opening of a new day shelter, only to find out there is still work to be done. Charles Sanders, spokesperson for the NWT Housing Corporation, says, 23 people have applied for access to the shelter so far. “The shelter has [the] capacity to…
One person has tested positive for COVID-19 in Hay River. A public health notice says the person was tested after returning from domestic travel. They are now isolating and doing well, according Dr. Kami Kandola, chief public health officer. Her office identified two flights with possible exposure risk stemming from…
A 31-year-old Hay River man is facing murder charges after the death of an 18-year-old woman. An RCMP press release identified the man as James Colosimo, who is currently in custody. On Sept. 9, police were called to a Hay River home where they discovered the woman’s body. The release…
One person is in custody after an 18-year-old woman was found dead in a Hay River home. The woman’s body was discovered by police on Wednesday, after responding to a call around 10:49 p.m. An investigation led to the arrest of one suspect who is facing charges, the RCMP says…
The Riverview cineplex in Hay River will be re-opening its doors this Friday, August 14, since its closure back in March. “We’re still a work in progress but I’m excited to open on Friday, getting things back to normal as best as can be,” says Michelle Schaub, head manager of…