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Grande Prairie RCMP search for suspects after tire slashing spree

Police in Grande Prairie are asking the public to help them track down those involved in a string of alleged tire slashings near the downtown core.

County crews to resume snow clearing Friday

Snow clearing in the County of Grande Prairie is set to resume Friday, with temporary parking restrictions going into place for the communities of Wedgewood, Taylor Estates and Maple Ridge.

Grande Prairie RCMP searching for missing 45-year-old man

The Grande Prairie RCMP is asking for the public's help in tracking down a missing 45-year-old man. Authorities say...

Welcoming Week set to kick off next week across Grande Prairie

Residents from across the City of Grande Prairie are invited to take part in Welcoming Week events across the...

TSB investigating fatal crash at Peace River airport

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is investigating after a crash at the Peace River Airport on Tuesday claimed...

Lightning strikes for High Prairie jackpot winner

A High Prairie woman says she stopped dead in her tracks after realizing she was about to become $600,000...

Fairview Health Complex ED closed for 24 hours starting Tuesday

The Fairview Health Complex Emergency Department will be temporarily closed for 24 hours due to the inability to secure...

Bylaw to spotlight school zone safety as students return to class Tuesday

Enforcement Services in Grande Prairie will be keeping a close eye on drivers sticking to the speed limit as...

55-year-old Grande Prairie man facing arson charges following Friday fire

A Grande Prairie man is facing arson charges after an alleged break in and subsequent fire in a hanger...

Free facility use part of city celebration for Alberta Day this weekend

Several city facilities will be free to use for one day this weekend. The City of Grande Prairie announced...

Grande Prairie Police Service partners with Lethbridge Polytechnic

A new partnership between Lethbridge Polytechnic and the Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS) will ensure newly hired officers have...

Fire restriction lifted across County of Grande Prairie

A fire restriction in place has been lifted across the entire County of Grande Prairie. In place since July...

UPDATE: Crews continue to battle Saddle Hills wildfires, emergency alerts cancelled

At least one of the three wildfires burning in northwest Saddle Hills County is listed as out of control...

Multiple firearms, Alberta Sherriff uniform shirt stolen from Grande Prairie home

The Grande Prairie RCMP is investigating reports of multiple weapons, a laptop and a short sleeve Alberta Sherriff Uniform...

UPDATE: Two wildfires south of Range Road 51 extinguished

Update: As of 11 p.m. Saturday, officials say the fire has been extinguished. However, air crews will continue to...
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County encourages residents to read up on provincial cold safety tips

The County of Grande Prairie is encouraging residents to be mindful of what to do if they find themselves in a predicament this winter. 

Grande Prairie population surpasses 70,000 according to 2024 census data

The numbers are in, following the City of Grande Prairie's 2024 Municipal Census, which shows a significant increase in population. 

Four deceased after collision on Highway 986

The Peace Regional RCMP is looking for help from the public after a fatal collision that occurred on Highway 986. 

Grande Prairie Storm score 14 during statement road victory against Devon Xtreme

The end of AJHL regular season action is coming up quick, and with less than 15 games left, the Grande Prairie Storm will certainly be looking to maintain their near season-long second-place spot in the North Division.

GPCSD Support Staff to receive annual three per cent wage bumps under new collective agreement

Grande Prairie and District Catholic Schools have announced the ratification of a new collective agreement with UNIFOR Local 328, which represents around 300 support staffers. 
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