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News archive for October 17, 2012

New council must OK firefighters’ contract

October 17, 2012 at 3:07 pm

Whitehorse firefighters will likely see an extra 18-per-cent rise in their wages over four years after a special meeting of city council took place at noon Tuesday.

Candidate sets out ambitions as Liberal leader

October 17, 2012 at 3:05 pm

Reuniting Canadians and re-engaging them in the country’s political landscape top Deborah Coyne’s list of priorities in her campaign to be the next leader of the federal Liberal party.

Candidates outline stances on Porter Creek D

October 17, 2012 at 3:00 pm

Two mayoral candidates in Thursday’s municipal election are taking a firm stance on development of the proposed Porter Creek D area.

Accused has case deferred for two weeks Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:59 pm

The man accused of shooting a 10-year-old boy indoors will next appear in court at the end of the month.

Mayoral candidate says he wouldn’t take a salary Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:57 pm

Mandeep Sidhu has become the only one of the five mayoral candidates in tomorrow’s election to offer to give up the $84,100 annual salary if he’s elected.

Waste diversion, accountability interest candidate for council Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:55 pm

With a strong background in city planning and public service, Roslyn Woodcock has always thought city council would be a good fit.

Bar’s creator didn’t get all shook up by jibe on TV program Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:53 pm

When the Yukon’s very own Elvis Aaron Presley entered Dragons’ Den in 2010, it’s safe to say he surprised the judges.

Candidate stresses housing, fiscal responsibility Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:51 pm

Attainable housing, fiscal responsibility, and sustainable infrastructure are three pillars of John Streicker’s platform as he runs for one of Whitehorse’s six city councillor seats.

Spring In The Fall Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:50 pm

Tracy Spring, of Bellingham, Wash., performs last Thursday evening

Veteran councillor sets sights on 11th straight term Subscribers only

October 17, 2012 at 2:47 pm

If elected Thursday, Dave Stockdale will serve his 11th term on Whitehorse city council.