Yukon North Of Ordinary

News archive for September 19, 2008

Eagle has a lot to offer in its third century Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 5:54 pm

EAGLE, Alaska - The Eagle Walking Tour is best taken during the morning shift, 9:30 Alaska time, which is not too early if you've arrived from Canada and your watch is running an hour ahead of that.

Author to profile celebrated artist’s life

September 19, 2008 at 5:12 pm

Just as Ted Harrison brought the Yukon to the rest of the world with his art, author Katherine Gibson will bring Harrison to the world with her authorized biography about the 82-year-old artist.

Resort owner, residents still at odds over plans

September 19, 2008 at 5:10 pm

The owner of the Takhini Hot Springs is hosting two open houses this week, attempting to convince his neighbours that further development of the resort wouldn't infringe on their views and greenspace.

Forum saw candidates agree on many issues

September 19, 2008 at 5:06 pm

DAWSON CITY - Federal election candidates Larry Bagnell (Liberal), John Streicker (Green Party) and Ken Bolton (New Democratic Party) found themselves on the hot seats here Thursday evening.

Parking requirements may be altered for new buildings Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 5:02 pm

Parking requirements could be changing for all new downtown developments as city council considers a zoning amendment for one.

City talks air conditioning on winter’s eve Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 5:01 pm

Ensuring the city's main computer systems don't break down due to overheating could cost the city $55,000.

Springs investment reaches $1.5 million Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 4:59 pm

Since re-opening in July, the Takhini Hot Springs has seen a huge jump in visitors to the camping and bathing facilities.

Pasloski says he suggested debate Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 4:58 pm

Darrell Pasloski, the territory's Conservative candidate for the Oct. 14 federal election, says he suggested the very Dawson City forum he did not attend Thursday evening.

‘External brain’ proposed for FASD sufferers Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 4:55 pm

Giving a person an external brain may sound like something out of a science fiction movie, but participants at this week's national convention on access to justice for people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) are proposing it as a real-life solution.

MP proves generous to adversary’s campaign Subscribers only

September 19, 2008 at 4:54 pm

Liberal incumbent Larry Bagnell has fired the first shot at Conservative election challenger Darrell Pasloski, with a gift of carbon offsets.