Yukon North Of Ordinary

All news by Sarah Niman

Revered elder trapped, hunted into her eighties

March 2, 2011 at 3:24 pm

Champagne Aishihik elder Susan VanBibber has died at the age of 99, after a long life spent out on the land.

Conservator pinpoints music from the deep

March 1, 2011 at 3:07 pm

After an international scavenger hunt, three recordings found aboard the A.J. Goddard have been identified, giving new insight into life onboard the doomed steamboat.

Mayo residents nervous about spring, MLA saysSubscribers only

March 1, 2011 at 3:03 pm

Despite the current minus 30 C nights, the longer days have many Yukoners looking forward to spring’s arrival.

Old jail’s fate hanging in limboSubscribers only

March 1, 2011 at 2:58 pm

Instead of tearing down the old Whitehorse Correctional Centre, the government may keep it after all, say Yukon Party MLAs.

Extra room on Hercules good news for Old CrowSubscribers only

February 28, 2011 at 4:01 pm

Hungry Old Crow residents are receiving a welcome shipment of dry goods this week on board a Hercules airplane.

Searing gales buffeted festival funSubscribers only

February 28, 2011 at 3:54 pm

Even the smug sourdoughs, dressed end deep in layers, had to admit it was a particularly cold Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous weekend.

Dog’s warmth credited in boy’s survival

September 8, 2009 at 2:39 pm

When Ross River residents got wind that a toddler had gone missing up the North Canol Road last Thursday night, it was difficult not to be pessimistic.

Bears are mighty worthy of my respectSubscribers only

May 28, 2008 at 4:30 pm

ROSS RIVER - I was recently invited to eat bear nachos one evening at some friends' house.

Wal-Mart evolving into green giantSubscribers only

April 25, 2008 at 5:11 pm

The big box store that critics love to target and bohemians lament is turning over a new leaf.

Veteran principal honouredSubscribers only

April 21, 2008 at 4:06 pm

Whitehorse Elementary School's principal was honoured in the legislature Apr. 9 as an outstanding Canadian principal.