Klondike to make United Nations world heritage site bid in 2017
A committee led by the Tr'ondek Hwech'in First Nation plans on submitting a bid to nominate the Klondike as a world heritage site by February 2017.
News nets six first place national newspaper awards
The Yukon News has won 10 awards this year from the Canadian Community Newspaper Association, including six first-place prizes. Joel Krahn netted two awards for his photography.
City closes public boat launch at Schwatka Lake
Crumbling concrete ramps on the western shore of Schwatka Lake have forced the City of Whitehorse to close its public boat/plane launch until it can be rebuilt.
Plans for outdoor sports complex still alive, says proponent
Despite being shut down twice last year, the group pushing for the construction of an outdoor sports complex in Whitehorse isn't giving up just yet.
50 years later: remembering the Klondike Days controversy
It was 50 years ago this month that Edmonton city council approved spending $200,000 to set up a Klondike display at EXPO 67 in Montreal. And that's when all hell broke loose in the Yukon.
Whitehorse Mustangs, BMO peewees take minor hockey titles
The Whitehorse Peewee Mustangs turned a few heads during their final round-robin game at the Whitehorse Minor Hockey Championships last weekend when they started the third period without a goalie.
News nets six first place national newspaper awards
The Yukon News has won 10 awards this year from the Canadian Community Newspaper Association, including six first-place prizes. Joel Krahn netted two awards for his photography.
Yukoners can hitch a ride with new carpooling website
A new carpooling website has made it a lot easier to find that perfect morning singing partner or weekend road trip companion. Yukonrideshare.
Interest growing in Whistle Bend lots after long lag
The real estate market in the Whistle Bend subdivision is picking up steam after years of lukewarm interest from prospective homeowners.
Plans unveiled for new affordable housing complex in Whistle Bend
The Ta'an Kwach'an Council's business arm has unveiled designs for its new housing development in the Whistle Bend subdivision.
Heritage planning for Lansing Post underway
A big-game hunter named James Bond visited the once-bustling site of Lansing Post in September 1947 and commented on the poor state of its structures.
Whitehorse mayor gives lukewarm response to territorial budget
Yukon's municipalities were "a bit absent" from last week's territorial budget, according to Whitehorse mayor Dan Curtis.
Needle prompts closure of landfill’s free store
The City of Whitehorse's reuse store is closed this week after a staffer found a hypodermic needle amongst some donated clothing.
Whitehorse city council approves disc golf course
Whitehorse will soon be home to a world-class 18-hole disc golf course.
Whitehorse mayor gives lukewarm response to territorial budget
Yukon’s municipalities were “a bit absent” from last week’s territorial budget, according to Whitehorse mayor Dan Curtis.
Sweet reward for longtime Yukon beekeepers
Since the advent of mainstream cinema, Hollywood producers have become more and more skilled at using animals to prey on our darkest fears, whether it's birds, sharks or spiders. Bees haven't been spared, either.
Pilot project aims to bring positivity to rural students
A pilot project to deliver a new mental wellness program in a pair of rural communities is already getting some positive feedback after a week.
Parks Canada partners with First Nation to offer luxury camping at Bennett
The Carcross/Tagish First Nation is partnering with Parks Canada and a local tour operator to open a luxury wilderness camp in the remote town where Donald Trump's grandfather once ran a hotel and brothel.
Boater who spooked swans didn’t break any laws, says conservation officer
A boater who caused thousands of trumpeter swans to fly away on M'Clintock Bay last weekend didn't break any laws, according to a conservation officer.
Yukon government out of touch with local infrastructure needs, says Whitehorse councillor
The Yukon government needs to do a better job of taking into account the infrastructure needs of communities, according to a Whitehorse city councillor.