News archive for January 13, 2009
Parade of tax hikes ‘ridiculous’: councillor
January 13, 2009 at 5:28 pm
"We're living way beyond our means."
Budget obliges residents to dig deeper
January 13, 2009 at 5:24 pm
It's expected to cost more than $55 million to operate the city in the coming year
Snowslides close highways
January 13, 2009 at 5:22 pm
The South Klondike Highway re-opened late this morning, though the assessment of avalanche danger was ongoing.
Parties endorse mandatory blood testing Subscribers only
January 13, 2009 at 5:21 pm
A law compelling people to share results of mandatory blood tests looks set to pass unanimously through the Yukon legislature this spring.
Shelter hopes for contest victory Subscribers only
January 13, 2009 at 5:18 pm
Staff at the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter are hoping Yukoners will help them win a continent-wide contest, which would give the shelter a much needed financial boost.
Speed, weather blamed for incidents Subscribers only
January 13, 2009 at 5:14 pm
Two road incidents involving tractor-trailers closed the Alaska Highway twice Monday, and police are blaming both on bad driving in bad conditions.
Faro lost power for 90 minutes Subscribers only
January 13, 2009 at 5:12 pm
DAWSON CITY - Cold weather and an unspecified electrical fault are the root causes of a lengthy power outage in Faro last Friday, according to Yukon Energy's Janet Patterson.
Fentie to take priorities to prime minister Subscribers only
January 13, 2009 at 5:09 pm
Premier Dennis Fentie says he is looking forward to productive discussions in Ottawa with Prime Minister Stephen Harper, his provincial and territorial counterparts and national aboriginal leaders.
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