News archive for July 18, 2008
Injured dog is symbol of trapping flap Subscribers only
July 18, 2008 at 6:20 pm
PALMER, Alaska - Andre the two-legged dog was rescued last winter when a woman noticed the animal trailing blood across a country road.
Developer takes issue with waterfront bid process
July 18, 2008 at 5:50 pm
Yukon first nations aren't alone in taking issue with the bid process for the sale of two waterfront properties owned by the territorial government.
Fish farm defends operations, land plan
July 18, 2008 at 5:46 pm
As a fish farm, there's no doubt Icy Waters has a footprint on the city's water supply, with water flowing from the fish farm into Porter Creek and McIntyre Creek, says Icy Waters manager Jonathan Lucas.
Crematorium awaits development permit
July 18, 2008 at 5:42 pm
Before any ground is broken on the crematorium planned for Centennial Street near the Alaska Highway, Heritage North Funeral Home director Chris Thompson is making sure all the necessary permits are in place.
Gopher recovering from near-death experience Subscribers only
July 18, 2008 at 5:39 pm
After saving a gopher named Norman from drowning, a local mother of three is reminding other parents to empty out their kiddy pools before turning in for the night.
Burn with care, officials urge Subscribers only
July 18, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Escapes from the burning of brush piles and debris both by the public and private contractors has been a leading cause of wildfires in the Yukon over the years.
Cadets presented to family, friends Subscribers only
July 18, 2008 at 5:34 pm
The Whitehorse Cadet Summer Training Centre was a flurry of activity Thursday as cadets from around the country practised their drills and later presented them to friends and family during an evening parade.
Fentie meets with provincial/territorial leaders Subscribers only
July 18, 2008 at 5:31 pm
A deal reached between Canadian premiers to ease restrictions on labour mobility across provincial and territorial borders will be a boon for the Yukon, says Premier Dennis Fentie.
Woman will remain in jail for two weeks Subscribers only
July 18, 2008 at 5:29 pm
A former resident of 810 Wheeler St. will spend another 14 days in jail after she pleaded guilty to two breaches of court process in territorial court Wednesday morning.
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