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County reminds seniors to take advantage of free Walk and Talk program

The County of Grande Prairie's seniors are being reminded of their free access to three county facilities as part of the county's ongoing "Walk and Talk" program. 

County hopeful younger volunteers will be nominated for 2025 “It Takes a Volunteer” campaign

The County of Grande Prairie has opened up nominations for its third edition of the annual "It Takes a Volunteer" campaign.

County encourages non-profits to sign up for 2025 Roadside Cleanup Program

Applications will soon be accepted for the County of Grande Prairie's 2025 Roadside Cleanup. 

Residents reminded to move their cars as snow clearing resumes in two county neighbourhoods

The County of Grande Prairie's snow removal crews will begin residential snow clearing in two areas on January 21st. 

2025 Passionate Heart Award nomination deadline set for January 17th

The County of Grande Prairie, along with several other municipal partners are encouraging residents to get their nominations in for the 2025 Passionate Heart Awards. 

Residents reminded to make way for snow crews as residential clearing continues in County of GP

Snow removal has been well underway across the county so far this winter, with crews making their way through several areas in the Grande Prairie area. 

City of GP credits collaboration between MD, County with securing Wonder Valley deal

Following the announcement of O'Leary Ventures' intention to build the world's largest AI Data Centre Industrial Park in the MD of Greenview, the city of Grande Prairie has released a statement regarding how the new development could affect the local economy. 

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.

Freezing rain warning issued for much of Grande Prairie region

A freezing rain warning has been issued for much of the Grande Prairie region, and with it, some potentially treacherous highway conditions.

Nominations now open for 2025 Passionate Heart Awards

The Family and Community Support Services teams from the City and County of Grande Prairie, along with the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley have announced the call for nominations for the Passionate Heart Awards. 

Snow crews roll out county-wide, parking bans implemented in several communities

The County of Grande Prairie's snow removal crews has rolled out more than 30 vehicles to ensure residents' safety on the municipality's more than 3,600 kilometres of roads.

Parking bans implemented in City and County of GP as snow removal operations ramp up

Snow clearing is underway across the Grande Prairie region, with the city's latest announcement that residential clearing is underway, and the county beginning similar operations in their municipalities.

Snow clearing crews to roll out in La Glace, parking bans implemented as a result

The County of Grande Prairie's snow removal crews are set to roll out in La Glace on November 22nd. 

Wembley Ag Society encourages volunteerism through “volunteer for dollars” initiative

The Wembley and District Agricultural Society is rolling out a new cost-savings technique for facility users in hopes of maintaining affordable prices, while gaining volunteers for the society's events. 

Hythe man among 13 Split the Pot Lottery winners

Alberta's first Split the Pot Lottery, in support of 30 hospital foundations around the province, has announced 13 winners, sharing a grand total of $298,525 in prize winnings. 

Parts of county, MD of Greenview under fog advisory

Parts of both the County of Grande Prairie and MD of Greenview are under fog advisories Friday morning.
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GP-RAVO closing its doors after more than 50 years of volunteer support in Grande Prairie

The Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations will no longer operate by the end of the month. 

Albertans encouraged to wear pink and stand together during 2025 Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day is coming up on February 26th, when Canadians across the country will don their pinkest tops to raise awareness about anti-bullying. 

Don’t let the pressure get to you: AMA issues tips for homeowners as Grande Prairie enters freeze-thaw cycle

Grande Prairie is entering its usual freeze-thaw cycle that comes in the late winter and early spring, and the Alberta Motor Association is encouraging homeowners to be mindful of the dangers that come with freezing pipes. 

Peace Regional RCMP thanks community for tips in locating wanted man

The Peace Regional RCMP has located and arrested a man wanted on several outstanding warrants in Peace River. 

PWPSD recognizes class of 2024 top students during Academic Excellence Awards

The Peace Wapiti Public School Division Board of Trustees is honouring 16 Class of 2024 graduates for their academic excellence in their last year of high school. 
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