The GNWT and NWT Fire Chiefs Association unveiled a new program to coordinate wildland and structural firefighting to better protect communities from wildfires.
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The Hay River Fire Department responded to a structural fire and two human-caused fires over the weekend. A fire ban is in place for Kátł’odeeche First Nation.
RCMP in Fort Smith say a 19-year-old woman who had been reported missing has been found safe.
The Town of Fort Smith has appointed David Henderson, a former mayor of Brockville, Ontario, as its new senior administrative officer.
RCMP from multiple NWT communities participated in an operation resulting in the arrest of a 29-year-old from Fort Providence on suspicion of drug trafficking.
The NWT's wildfire agency says fire danger may increase this weekend in the Dehcho and east of Hay River. Strong winds are expected in some areas.
