Census suggests nearly 20% of NWT homes need major repairs
Almost one in every five NWT homes needs major repairs according to newly released census data. The figure is closer to one in three for the Dehcho and Tłı̨chǫ.
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Call for communities to do more as NWT SPCA runs out of room
"This is going to be the worst year yet." The NWT SPCA, used to operating near capacity, says the sheer number of pets awaiting rescue is becoming overwhelming.
Two arrested over Fort Simpson cocaine seizure, RCMP say
Police in Fort Simpson say charges are pending against two people after cocaine was seized during a vehicle stop at the village's ferry crossing.
Regulator deems Mount Gaudet project ‘withdrawn’ after delays
Plans for a road north of Wrigley have stalled for so long that the regulator is effectively closing the file. The Pehdzeh Ki First Nation has several concerns.
Bridge at intersection of Dehcho highways to be replaced
A bridge across the Jean Marie River at the intersection of NWT Highways 1 and 7 is to be replaced by 2024, the territorial government says.
Fort Providence artist returns home to empower creators
"A generation ago, Fort Providence was known for top, high-quality work." A new program seeks to restore that reputation while giving residents an income.
Rain helps battle to contain wildfire south of Wrigley
Rain over the past day has helped fire crews working to contain a wildfire burning south of Wrigley, the NWT government says.
‘Difficult conditions’ persist in fight against fire south of Wrigley
Smoke is complicating the response to a wildfire outside Wrigley, where initial differences over an evacuation plan have now been resolved, leaders said.
Wildfires near Fort Smith and Wrigley tax NWT crews
A wildfire near Wrigley doesn't threaten the community but "that may change" in hot, dry conditions, the GNWT said. A fire near Fort Smith grew significantly.
The painful search for a diagnosis in small NWT communities
Nurses in small NWT communities are the gateway to a decision-making process that can frustrate patients and, in their view, delay treatment. Here's one story.
Does the Northwest Territories have the world’s greatest climb?
The NWT has one of the most talked-about mountain climbs in the world, and barely anyone here knows about it. Meet the Lotus Flower Tower.
Some Fort Simpson councillors call for end to sewer inequity
Not everyone pays the same amount for sewer service in Fort Simpson. Some councillors are looking to "equalize the cost" for all residents.