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Whitehorse man sentenced to one year in jail for possessing child pornography
Kole Smeeton pleaded guilty to the charge last May, and was sentenced by Justice Karen Wenckebach on Jan. 8.
For Yukoners with chronic illness, the pandemic might be over but the risk remains
A group of people with chronic illnesses in Whitehorse meet monthly to share experiences and perspectives, including strategies for staying healthy during flu season.
Yukon heat pump program sells out in less than 3 weeks, additional applicants waitlisted
The Yukon's affordable heat pump program, announced last month, has already filled up for this year.
Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce promises more support for business safety and security
Businesses in Whitehorse can soon apply for programming to help prevent crime on their property, something that business owners say they need help with after a series of break-ins and property damage this year.
Feds, Yukon gov't announce $2.4M to spur heat pump uptake
Yukon homeowners can apply for a maximum of $24,000 per household. There are additional rebates available to install heat pumps in homes that use oil, propane or electric baseboards. The fund is intended for low- to median-income households.
Mental wellness unit to open at Whitehorse hospital in June
The Whitehorse hospital's mental wellness unit will open in June after several months' delay. Critics say the delay was not necessary.
Whitehorse man found not guilty of dangerous driving after he fatally ran over partner with tow truck
A Whitehorse man who fatally ran over his partner with a tow truck has been acquitted by the court.
The Yukon's managed alcohol program opens its doors in Whitehorse
The 10-bed facility in the former St. Elias Adult Group Home in downtown Whitehorse opened on Nov. 6 after several months of delays, partially due to staffing shortages, according to the Yukon government.
A year later, impact of deadly Whitehorse house explosion still resonates
On Nov. 14, 2023, a house on Bates Crescent in Whitehorse's Riverdale neighbourhood exploded, killing a neighbour and severely damaging several surrounding homes. Many people are still grappling with the aftermath a year later.
Kwanlin Dün First Nation in Whitehorse declares substance use emergency
In a statement on Friday, the Kwanlin Dün First Nation says there’s been an increase in alcohol and drug use lately, resulting in more drug trafficking and crime in the community. The First Nation declared a substance use emergency.