Yukon North Of Ordinary

News archive for October 30, 2009

College, university ink deal Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:28 pm

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) delegates visited Yukon College on Thursday to sign a memorandum of understanding giving Yukon College students access to dual admission at their campus and TRU.

Dawson’s vaccination plan off to a strong start Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:26 pm

By the end of office hours on Tuesday, the Dawson City Health Center had seen 90 patients drop in to get the H1N1 flu shot, the regular seasonal flu shot, or both.

Local firm to clear brush for major power line Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:25 pm

Yukon Energy has awarded Pelly Construction a $1.75-million contract to clear the right-of-way for the power line extension from Pelly Crossing to Stewart Crossing.

Most torch bearers’ names still not released Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:23 pm

It remains a mystery who most of the Olympic torch bearers carrying the flame through Whitehorse will be with the exception of two Northwestel employees.

Motor Vehicles Act amendments tabled Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:21 pm

Two amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act will permit municipalities to enforce parking requirements on private property and to regulate off-road vehicle use within municipal boundaries.

New bylaw officer is on the job Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:20 pm

ATVers and snowmachine drivers can soon expect to see a new ride on the city’s trails and greenbelts.

Help bring ‘Dignity for All,’ Yukoners urged Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:15 pm

Yukoners were urged Wednesday night to sign on to the Dignity for All campaign being led by the Canada Without Poverty organization.

MLA pursues ban of cell phone use while driving Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 3:12 pm

Darius Elias, the Liberal MLA for Vuntut Gwitchin (Old Crow), is still waiting for the government to address what he calls the public safety threats posed by drivers distracted by cellular phones and other hand-held devices.

Pumpkin sports adorn an east coast valley ( Uffish Thoughts ) Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 2:51 pm

KENTVILLE, N.S. – The Pumpkin People have been on display all through the month of October in Kentville.

Beware of a spooky city tonight, tomorrow ( preview ) Subscribers only

October 30, 2009 at 2:48 pm

All Hallows' Eve is upon us, marking the beginning of our descent into winter’s darkness, and Whitehorse is celebrating in fine style.