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GPPS Community Standards Unit traffic stop leads to one arrested on nationwide warrant

The Grande Prairie Police Service's brand-new Community Standards Unit made a significant arrest on March 26th. 

Grande Prairie’s slushy springtime snow explained

Christy Climenhaga, a Meteorologist for Environment Canada explains March, especially in the Peace Country, means "weather whiplash." She says while fluctuating temperatures can be quite frustrating, it is considered normal for the region during the early spring. 

GP stormin’ into second round after Lloydminster sweep

The Grande Prairie Storm are moving on after sweeping the Lloydminster Bobcats in the first round of the AJHL playoffs. 

Keep the winters on: Environment Canada issues special weather statement for GP area, heavy, wet snow expected

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for several communities in the Grande Prairie area. 

Best finish in over a decade lands rookie Storm Head Coach AJHL Coach of the Year

In his very first year of Head Coaching, the Grande Prairie Storm's Chris Schmidt can hold his head high after winning this season's AJHL Coach of the Year award. 

Tiny Hands of Hope invites local moms to attend Bereaved Mother’s Day Brunch

Tiny Hands of Hope is inviting mothers to attend their 2nd Annual Bereaved Mother's Day Brunch to celebrate moms and cherish their children's memories. 

MLAs Dyck and Wiebe among three newly-named parliamentary secretaries

A pair of Peace Country MLAs will have a bit more on their plate in 2025. 

Canadians headed to the polls April 28

Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the Governor General this morning to officially dissolve parliament and launch a brief, 37-day campaign.

Cold Shot busses no longer providing service between Grande Prairie, FSJ

"Skyrocketing" costs, inflation, and reduced ridership have forced Cold Shot rural busses to remove service between Grande Prairie and Fort St. John. 

Storm net-minder reflects on regular season, says teammates are ready to do “something special” during playoffs

The Grande Prairie Storm have finished up a smoking hot regular season, finishing second in the AJHL North Division heading into the postseason.

Grande Prairie pharmacist suspended for 30 months for “unprofessional conduct”

A Grande Prairie pharmacist has been suspended for 30 months after being found guilty of unprofessional conduct. 

New GPPS “Community Standards Unit” to address downtown social, civil disorder

The Grande Prairie Police Service has deployed its new Community Standards Unit to address "social and civil disorder" in the city, particularly in the downtown core. 

County recognizes nearly 60 Fire Service and Enforcement members

The County of Grande Prairie recognized the achievements of the Regional Fire Service and Enforcement members during the 2024 graduation and service award ceremony. 

City of GP serves Easter fun sunny side up during annual Eggstravaganza event

The City of GP is hopping into the spring with some Easter fun on April 19th at the Grande Prairie Museum's Heritage Village. 

City of GP will apply for Phase Two FRIAA grant to support wildfire mitigation

Grande Prairie City Council has approved applying for Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta Grants for the 2025 wildfire season. 

UPDATE: Minor injuries reported after collision between pickup truck, school bus on Highway 43 near Mayerthorpe

Minor injuries have been reported after a pick up truck collided with a school bus on Highway 43 near...
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GPREP launches social media accounts to improve communication during emergencies

Grande Prairie residents will have a direct source for emergency updates this summer through GPREP's newly launched social media accounts. 

Residents encouraged to clean up winter litter during annual City Scrub event

The City of Grande Prairie is encouraging residents to take part in this year's community clean-up event to help the city dust off the winter litter. 

GPPS Community Standards Unit traffic stop leads to one arrested on nationwide warrant

The Grande Prairie Police Service's brand-new Community Standards Unit made a significant arrest on March 26th. 

Earth Day festivities planned across Grande Prairie region

Green thumbs from around the region will have the chance to celebrate their love of nature during the City and County of Grande Prairie's Earth Day festivities on April 26th. 

Taxi caught speeding 41 km/h over the limit, officials ask residents to report vehicle for hire incidents

Grande Prairie Enforcement Services is reminding residents to report any concerns regarding vehicles for higher after a significant speeding incident involving a taxi driver. 
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