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Friday, December 12, 2014
Trial adjourned for former Ndilo chief
The trial for a former chief of Ndilo was adjourned Wednesday.
Ted Tsetta has pleaded not guilty to a charge under the Wildlife Act for illegal possession of caribou. He was charged last February after Environment and Natural Resources officers seized his meat and rifles. Tsetta told the court he had been unable to retain a lawyer in part because he has been dealing with a broken foot. Judge Bernadatte Schmaltz granted Tsetta's request for an adjournment, despite the fact three ENR officers were at court ready to testify. Tsetta will be back in court Feb. 3 to set a new date for a trial.
– John McFadden
Javaroma to offer free regular coffee to public
Javaroma will be offering a free regular coffee to everyone in the community on Wednesday, Dec. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In November, Javaroma began offering free coffee and tea to members of the military, police officers, firefighters and municipal enforcement officers until the end of the year.
– John McFadden
If it's broke, they'll fix it
Residents who find problems in the city have a new platform to air their grievances.
The city recently launched its Click & Fix Yk app. The app allows residents to take photos of things such as potholes, graffiti, broken parking meters and litter. The app then takes the information provided by you and sends a report along with the GPS coordinates of the problem area directly to the relevant city department. In return, users will receive e-mails with updates on the status of their issue.
– Cody Punter
Council adapts to webcasting
Mayor Mark Heyck started Monday's regular council meeting by sharing feedback he's gotten from viewers who watch council via webcast.
"One person said not to chew gum because you can hear it loud and clear," he said.
"Another person wrote from California to comment on the coats on the floor behind councillors."
Heyck then reminded councillors of the coat-rack.
– Randi Beers
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Police investigate death
Destiny Nahanni-Hope, 20, was found dead in Wrigley on Dec. 5, said a family member.
"We don't have any other details other than that there is an investigation happening," Sharon Allen said on Dec. 8, adding the family will not be commenting further. Nahanni-Hope, from Fort Simpson, was living in Wrigley at the time of her death.
NWT Coroner Cathy Menard said Nahanni-Hope's remains would be flown to Edmonton for an autopsy.
In a press release, RCMP Const. Elenore Sturko wrote that there is "no evidence to suggest foul play at this time."
Sturko stated no other information is being released at this point.
Fort Liard drug bust
Three people from Fort Liard were arrested by the RCMP for possession of a "significant" amount of marijuana last week.
Officers stopped a vehicle as part of a check stop outside the community on Dec. 3.
According to a press release, the three people, who have not been identified, were then arrested for drug possession. Trafficking charges are pending.
All three were released from custody and will appear in court Feb. 5.
Cell service expands
Northwestel, Bell Mobility and Falcon Communications announced Dec. 8 that 4G cellular phone service has expanded to Nahanni Butte.
The expansion of service also included Gameti, Paulatuk and Ulukhaktok, allowing those with Bell phones with 4G capability to make calls, text, browse the Internet, and watch video.
Half of the funding to connect the communities, $700,000, was provided by the federal government through Falcon Communications.
Acting chief takes helm
Steven Jose has been named acting chief of Liidlii Kue First Nation following the death of former chief Minnie Letcher last month.
He will serve in that position until further notice.
A general membership meeting has been called for Jan. 21 to get direction from membership regarding the next election for chief and council positions.
Fort Simpson gets dodgy
A non-competitive dodgeball tournament is planned for the weekend of Dec. 12 in Fort Simpson at the village recreation centre. It will begin 6:30 p.m.
The tournament was originally supposed to take place in November, but was postponed.
Recreation co-ordinator Nathan McPherson said anyone who wants to take part should call the rec centre to register before the event begins.
Injuries caused by house fire
A man was airlifted to the Inuvik Regional Hospital over the weekend after incurring serious burns from a house fire.
The 34-year-old man was awoken by the fire alarm in his house in Reindeer Point, outside of Tuktoyaktuk, in the early morning of Dec. 7. The man's injuries were deemed serious, but not life threatening.
Both the local RCMP and volunteer fire department responded to the call – police said the house was destroyed.
The fire was deemed not suspicious, but RCMP are reminding the public to check that all heaters, electronics and Christmas lights are in proper working order.
Also, ensure that Christmas decorations are kept away from heat sources and shut off at night.
GNWT hosts Anti-poverty Roundtable
The Department of Health and Social Services hosted more than 100 delegates from across the territory for the second annual Anti-poverty Roundtable in Yellowknife last week.
"With the passion and energy in the room, the expertise of people who have done great things in their communities and the attention of the leadership who are listening, we can make great progress," said Inuvik Boot Lake MLA Alfred Moses and chair of the Legislative Assembly's Committee on Social Programs.
The meeting brought together community organizations, aboriginal and local governments, NGOs and the private sector to develop a territory-wide action plan towards combating poverty.
Funds for local musician
Inuvik musician Leanne Goose is raising funds for her fourth album, to be recorded in 2015.
With the help of Louie Goose and the Big River Band, as well as Delta Flood, Goose will host an "All Request Night" on Dec. 12 at the Midnight Sun Recreation Centre. Participants are asked to bring along their dancing shoes.
Igloo church Christmas Concert
Our Lady of Victory's Christmas Concert will be held on Dec. 14 at 7 p.m.
All are welcome to the annual event at the Igloo Church. Previous years have seen performances in several languages spoken in the region.
The show is sing-along style, and any groups or individuals interested in participating are welcome.
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