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Incumbent chief pledges he'll go to detox if re-elected
An unusual campaign promise came from incumbent chief Peter Liske at an all-candidates' forum at Dettah Thursday night. If he is re-elected Tuesday, he'll enter a 28-day treatment program.

Bison deaths still climbing
The number of bison killed by an anthrax outbreak in Wood Buffalo National Park continues to climb. As of Aug. 2, a total of 45 carcasses had been located.

MLA faces conflict of interest complaint
Tu Nedhe MLA Bobby Villeneuve has been slapped with a conflict of interest complaint over indications he may have improperly received an accommodation allowance from the Legislative assembly.

Council suspends Deninu Ku'e chief
Chief Bill Norn has been suspended by the council of Deninu Ku'e First Nation in Fort Resolution. However, Norn, who was elected in February to a four-year term, said he has done nothing to warrant suspension.

Strike imminent at children's treatment centre
Fort Smith's Trailcross Treatment Centre for children may be hit with a strike on Tuesday. Last-ditch negotiations on Aug. 1 and 2 between Bosco Homes and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)/Union of Northern Workers failed to reach a new contract.

Keeping people and bears apart
For Jerry Hordal, a renewable resources officer in Hay River, this is bear season. And like other renewable resources officers in the NWT, Hordal works to keep bears and people away from each other for the good of both.

New bishop for NWT
The newly-named bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Mackenzie-Fort Smith once had what now seems like a prophetic conversation with an elder in a northern Saskatchewan community.

After 27 years, Bishop Croteau prepares to retire
In his quiet corner office, Bishop Denis Croteau reflects on 21 years as the leader of the Catholic Church in the Northwest Territories.

Fort Good Hope Drummers to record CD
Drumming is not just about making music for Charlie Tobac and the men he drums with. For them, it's about spiritual healing.

Sachs Harbour students wowed by ornate symbol of territory
In front of a packed community hall including 23 students, several elders and others, the legislative assembly's Speaker's Outreach Program landed in Sachs Harbour making history along the way.

Stabilizing health services
On June 11, Health and Social Services Minister Floyd Roland appointed an interim public administrator to oversee the delivery of health care and social services in Hay River.

Group promotes tourism as Canadian reps
Downtown London got a peek of the NWT as representatives from Deline played hockey on Trafalgar Square in celebration of Canada Day.

Procon trains for life
Kete Whii/Procon Mining is running a successful aboriginal mine training program where you get the job before you even take a lesson.

Tradition shines at fashion show
Traditional and contemporary Northern clothing styles appeared on the runway at the Great Northern Arts Festival in Inuvik this past month.

Looking for Lazarus
Do you know an aboriginal man who can drive a dog team? Even better, does this man have a steely glare and a look of great strength, just like the great RCMP special constable Lazarus Sittichinli?

Unlocked vehicles targeted
The RCMP is advising Hay River residents to secure their vehicles, after numerous instances of youths rummaging through unlocked cars and trucks.

Call her the 'youth worker'
On any regular weeknight, it's likely you'll find a few dozen young people at the Inuvik Youth Centre. One of these patrons - who regularly shows up three times a week, from 6 to 10 p.m. - is Trista Arey, who is 16.

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