Whitehorse Daily Star

September 21, 2018

• École Émilie-Tremblay closer to joint use agreement École Émilie-Tremblay is closer to being added to the list of schools that fall under the joint use agreement the city has with the territory’s Department of Education.
• College names new vice-president Welch was most recently associate vice-president Academic at Lethbridge College and was previously an assistant dean in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta.
• Tourism industry conference scheduled for Dawson City As the summer tourism season begins to wind down for many operators, the Tourism Industry Association (TIA) of the Yukon is preparing to host its annual tourism industry conference.
• The MP and 'The Champ' Elan Johnson, six, of Whitehorse, presents Yukon MP Larry Bagnell with a commemorative envelope celebrating War Amps
• Lease considered for hazardous waste facility The city could be signing off on a new lease agreement for the hazardous waste facility at the landfill.
• Dedicated Guardians of the Environment The Friends of McIntyre Creek took part in last Saturday’s annual Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
• RCMP seize drugs, cash, weapons Early Thursday morning, Watson Lake RCMP executed search warrants at two residences
• ‘I know the Tahltan people feel uplifted’ The morning after the second presentation of the Tahltan Strong Benefit Concert, Jackie Shorty, one of the main co-ordinators, said she’s pleased with the venture’s success.
• Accused’s rights weren’t violated: judge Deputy judge William Digby has concluded that there have been no Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms violations nor disclosure issues regarding the drug trafficking trial of two Whitehorse men.
• Fewer campsite hoggers this season: territory As the first camping season with a couple of new rules for Yukon campgrounds winds down this month, staff say the changes are being received well so far – all while achieving its main goal.
• Candidate is keeping his promises list simple Scott Etches has only one election promise as he enters the campaign for one of six councillor seats in the Oct. 18 municipal election.
• Trailer owners reminded of rules The City of Whitehorse is reminding residents of the current bylaw addressing parking for trailers, RVs, and other large vehicle equipment.
• Theft jeopardizes chef’s planned baking classes A Whitehorse business owner is asking for the public’s help
• Curteanu is final councillor to confirm plans Jocelyn Curteanu has become the final city council member to confirm her plans
• Watson Laker sentenced for fatal assault The lengthy saga of a Watson Lake man who admitted to fatally beating an 87-year-old man ended this morning

September 20, 2018

• Alkan Air float plane lease up for renewal Alkan Air could soon have a new lease with the city in place for the spot it has on Schwatka Lake.
• Show Continue Nicole Bauberger’s show TO BE BY THE RIVER continues
• Bursaries application deadline looms Yukon residents pursuing studies in early childhood education can now apply for funding toward the cost of their studies.
• Musical Fundraiser Veteran Whitehorse performers Rob Bergman, left, and Manfred Janssen perform Wednesday evening
• Projects receive more than $748,000 from CDF Organizations from across the Yukon are receiving $748,332 in funding for community projects through the Community Development Fund (CDF).
• Festival fans expecting clear skies Kluane National Park and Reserve is set to co-host the 2018 Northern Nights Dark Sky Festival with the Yukon Astronomical Society on Friday and Saturday.
• Whitehorse entrepreneur gets national nod A Whitehorse business owner may be one of the first Yukoners recognized by a national award paying tribute to entrepreneurs later this year, when the 2018 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards winner is announced Nov. 21.
• RCMP followed car after being told of gun Two Whitehorse men have been standing trial this week on charges of marijuana and cocaine trafficking.

September 19, 2018

• Palace Grand sees great celebration gala The Palace Grand Theatre was out of commission for two years while foundation work and infrastructure upgrades were being undertaken at a cost of about $6 million.
• Logan climber gets gear back The Montreal woman who was the first female to make a solo ascent of Canada’s highest mountain has recovered some of the expensive gear she had to abandon during her rescue on the climb down.
• Finances, OCP, trail plan on candidate’s mind Danny Macdonald is hoping to bring to city council a fiscally-responsible view that respects the private sector.
• All Aboard The Clinic Truck Whitehorse Fire Department firefighters Luke Parker (left) and Chris Gerrior brought Dumpy,
• Candidate addresses fluoride, animal bylaw As the population of the city grows and changes,
• Sexual exploitation conviction appealed A 52-year-old Yukon man is appealing his June 27 conviction.
• First Nation gives heads-up to Fish Lake visitors A Yukon First Nation is cautioning the public to be aware of certain areas to avoid any run-ins with those out hunting on some areas of its land.
• Labour force rose by 400 jobs over one year The Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey has revealed the Yukon’s workforce is 22,100 when adjusted seasonally.
• Thrift store making final preparations to open On Saturday, for the first time in 17 months, local residents will have the option of visiting a thrift store.
• Impaired driver fined $1,000, loses licence A 22-year-old Vancouver man has been found guilty of impaired driving, fined $1,000 and lost his licence for one year.