Tommy Kakfwi, Fort Good Hope’s new chief, looks to youth
Tommy Kakfwi, who became the new chief of Fort Good Hope by two votes this week, set out his initial plans for the community.
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Heat warning issued for Sahtu, Beaufort Delta
A heat warning has been issued for parts of the Sahtu and Beaufort Delta starting Tuesday and lasting until Thursday.
Sahtu youth paddling historic route on ‘amazing’ journey
For the first time in decades, a group of Indigenous youth are paddling a historic Dene route through the Sahtu from Délı̨nę to Fort Good Hope.
Norman Wells to get new skate park this summer
Skateboarders in Norman Wells will finally have a place to practice their flips and jumps – the town is set to receive a new mobile skate park this August.
Pool in Norman Wells to stay closed for second year in a row
The public pool in Norman Wells will stay shut for a second year in a row after an inspection revealed major fixes to the facility are required.
Former mayor Nathan Watson suing Norman Wells for $1.5M
Nathan Watson is suing Norman Wells, its current mayor and the town's senior administrative officer for $1.5 million, claiming they have harmed his reputation.
Sahtu education scholarship launched in George Cleary’s name
A new scholarship fund is being launched in memory of Sahtu education advocate George Cleary. Applications close on July 1 – here are the details.
NWT hires navigators for flooded communities
The NWT hired two officials to help flooded communities navigate disaster relief as local leaders warned that residents want "not only information, but action."
Ottawa announces $4.9M to build eight homes in Tulita
The federal government announced $4.9 million to help Tulita build eight modular homes. "There needs to be more done, but it’s helpful," said Tulita's mayor.
Water recedes in Fort Good Hope, community remains alert
A day after the community declared a state of emergency due to flooding, water levels are receding in Fort Good Hope.
State of emergency declared in Fort Good Hope due to flooding
Fort Good Hope declared a state of emergency late on Tuesday morning as flood water encroached on some areas of the community.
NWT communities remain vigilant as breakup continues
Communities in the Sahtu and Beaufort Delta regions of the Northwest Territories remain on alert as impacts from the break-up of the Mackenzie River make their way upstream. The territory’s Dehcho region has been heavily impacted by major flooding this season,...