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Missing Person
UPDATE: Grande Cache RCMP ask for help locating a missing six-year-old
UPDATE: Grande Cache RCMP has advised the public that Gresyon Miller has been found. RCMP would like to thank the public for their assistance. Grande Cache RCMP is asking for the public's assistance in locating a six-year-old boy. Greyson Miller was last seen at his residence in the phase six trailer court area, in Gra...
8h ago
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Peace River Fire Dept.
PRFD and other fire crews responded to a residential fire
The Peace River and Weberville Fire Departments responded to a residential fire early this morning, (Tuesday, May 14) with support from other fire crews.Both Peace River and Weberville crews responded to the north end of town at 1 a.m. to find three homes impacted by the blaze. A mutual aid request was also sent out to...
9h ago
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Transit
Temporary transit stops in place for three Grande Prairie bus stops
The City of Grande Prairie announced transit stops 808, 836 and 838 will be temporarily closed, while construction is being done. The City said in the release, that temporary stops will be available, "to ensure minimal disruption to your travel plans."Anyone wanting to stay up-to-date on the construction, or ...
11h ago
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Prostate Cancer
Mobile Prostate Cancer Clinic attending Peace Region Energy Show
Men at risk of developing prostate cancer will have access to a free PSA blood test this week.The Prostate Cancer Centre's Man Van will be attending the Peace Region Energy Show to perform tests on men between the ages of 50 and 70.The van is Canada's first mens health mobile clinic and operates fast and free with no a...
11h ago
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GPLT
GPLT hosting Alberta Provincial Adult One Act Play Festival of Champions May 18
Grande Prairie Live Theatre is once again hosting an annual theatre event this weekend.The Alberta Provincial Adult One Act Play Festival of Champions, presented by the Alberta Drama Festival Association, will be taking place at KMSC Theatre.The event will feature various plays from nine Regional ADFA One Act Play Fest...
14h ago
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City Hall
City of Grande Prairie offers tips for residents to help assist seasonal workers
The City of Grande Prairie is offering tips to help residents identify seasonal workers as they complete various tasks over the summer months.The city says their outdoor workers tending to their parks and playgrounds or assessing properties will wear designated uniforms and carry city-issued identification badges, as d...
16h ago
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Wildfires
County of Grande Prairie shares Wildfire Update #11
The County of Grande Prairie has provided another update on the ongoing wildfire situation. No new information was given on the Vahalla fire, however, the county says the perimeter at the Teepee Creek fire has not grown and hot spots have been identified at the centre of the blaze. Photo Courtesy County of Grande Prair...
May 13, 2024
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Agriculture
4-H Achievement Days underway
Monday, May 13 is a big day for the Bezanson and Kleskun 4-H Multi Clubs.They are hosting their Achievement Day today at Evergreen Park.Organizers say the participants and their cattle are safe, even with wildfires and smoky conditions.There are 39 4-H members that will be selling their steers tonight. The sale will ta...
May 13, 2024
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City Hall
City of Grande Prairie seeking Requests for Expressions of Interest to create monument for Treaty 8 signing anniversary
The City of Grande Prairie is seeking a Request for Expressions of Interest from artists to create a monument to celebrate the 125 anniversary of the Treaty 8 signing. Interested parties can submit up to three conceptual sketches for the monument which will be placed in an outdoor public location for residents to visit...
May 13, 2024
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Wildfire smoke
UPDATE: Grande Prairie's special air quality statement back in effect
The special air quality statement in effect for the northwestern Alberta area was lifted earlier. However, Environment Canada put it back in place today at 12:30 p.m. The air quality statement went into effect early on Saturday, May 11 with a large amount of smoke in the air due to the Vahalla and Teepee Creek wildfire...
May 13, 2024
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