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Ralph Shaw sentenced to life in prison for 2021 Faro murders

Ralph Shaw sentenced to life in prison for 2021 Faro murders

Following guilty pleas for three shootings, two of them fatal

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Dawson City man sentenced to 18 months for sexual assault

Dawson City man sentenced to 18 months for sexual assault

Iain Weatherston was sentenced to 18 months in custody by the Yukon Supreme Court on Jan. 15 for sexually ass…

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Yukon court hears arguments as outfitter faces meat waste charge

Yukon court hears arguments as outfitter faces meat waste charge

Aaron Florian has plead not guilty to breaking the Wildlife Act by allegedly allowing 500 lbs of big game mea…

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Yukon government Indigenous recruitment plan criticized as lip service

Yukon government Indigenous recruitment plan criticized as lip service

Dr. Rocky Dwyer, an author of the Yukon Aboriginal Employment Plan, has criticized the Yukon government's ind…

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Yukon Supreme Court settles Yukon government YESAB disagreement

Yukon Supreme Court settles Yukon government YESAB disagreement

Chief Justice Suzanne Duncan ruled that the case was not 'amenable' for judicial review.

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Yukon government argues against YESAB recommendation in court

Yukon government argues against YESAB recommendation in court

The Yukon government is seeking a judicial review of the assessment board's recommendation to stop the Michel…

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Old Crow marks record graduation gains as community‑led programs take hold - Yukon News

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By Jake Howarth
| Whitehorse, Yukon News Verified
Old Crow is marking a record year for high‑school graduation, with the First Nation School Board reporting a sharp rise in students completing their studies in their home community. First Nations School Board executive director Melissa Flynn says the results reflect community‑driven programming and a shift away from staffing models that previously limited rural high‑school options.
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Humane Society seeks Whitehorse city funding as shelter faces 70% intake surge - Yukon News

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By Jake Howarth
| Whitehorse, Yukon News Verified
The Humane Society Yukon says a 70 per cent surge in animal intakes last year has pushed its Whitehorse shelter beyond capacity, prompting the organization to seek a new funding arrangement and partnership with the city. President Barbara Hancock told Whitehorse city council on June 15 the shelter took in 433 animals in 2025 and has been over capacity for 18 months, straining staff, facilities and finances as owner surrenders and abandoned pets rise.
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Yukon Energy alleges faulty inspections in $7M Mayo Dam lawsuit - Yukon News

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By Jake Howarth
| Whitehorse, Yukon News Verified
Yukon Energy has filed a lawsuit seeking at least $7 million in damages over a 2024 equipment failure at the Mayo hydro facility. The claim was filed in the Yukon Supreme Court on June 5 and names Konecranes Canada Inc. and an unidentified John Doe defendant. Yukon Energy says a hoist cable failed on June 8, 2024, causing the headgate to slam shut and damage the penstock. The corporation alleges the failure stemmed from improper inspections and reporting by Konecranes.
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