The Peel River ferry returned to operation after high water and a snapped cable forced it out of service for a week. Stranded travellers were counting the cost.
PositionKai is a summer 2026 Cabin Radio newsroom intern.
JoinedMay 11, 2026
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Kai Wilson and Eshana Gohil·
Yellowknifers spent the day tracking the movements of loose budgies across the city. We dispatched a reporter to go find them.
Meet some of the people stranded at the Peel River, or abandoning trips, after high water and a broken cable disabled a ferry on the Dempster Highway for days.
An array of classic cars and motorcycles lined Yellowknife's 48 Street on Saturday for Harley’s Hardrock Saloon’s second annual Show and Shine.
Ollie Williams and Kai Wilson·
A spot fire on Fort Simpson's island is out and fire FS016 hasn't affected the airport or ferry landing. The village demanded that remaining residents leave.
Ollie Williams and Kai Wilson·
The GNWT says the Peel River ferry has been brought back to its dock after a cable broke, allowing it to drift away. However, sailings cannot yet resume.
