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Evacuation area reduced in county, Kiskatinaw River wildfire remains classified as out of control

The County of Grande Prairie has reduced the Kiskatinaw River wildfire evacuation area, allowing those who live east of Range Road 132 to Range Road 130 between Township Road 710 and Township Road 740 to return home.

Swanavon students stir up community spirit during Lemonade Fundraiser

Ahead of Lemonade Day on Saturday, Grande 1 students at Svanavon School took to the streets for their sugary...

‘Challenging’ day expected as winds could spark significant Kiskatinaw fire growth

County of Grande Prairie fire officials say Monday will present another challenging day battling the Kiskatinaw wildfire, as elevated winds and dry conditions present the potential for significant growth.

UPDATE: Evacuation order area expands as Kiskatinaw wildfire continues burning out of control

UPDATE #2: At 9:00 p.m, June 6th, the evacuation order has been expanded to include everyone north of township road...

Potential council candidates encouraged to sign up for information sessions

If you're looking to run for city council this fall, the municipality has a pair of information sessions to...

Grande Prairie man arrested after police allegedly find sawed off shotgun attached to backpack

A Grande Prairie man is facing weapons charges after an outside the box traffic incident late last month. The...

Grande Prairie Canada Day Parade route, festivities announced

Just under a month away from celebrating all things Canada in the Swan City, and Grande Prairie officials are...

AHS warns of possible multiple measles exposure locations in Grande Prairie

A confirmed measles case has prompted an exposure warning in Grande Prairie. AHS says if you were at the following...

UPDATE: County, City fire ban goes into effect Thursday afternoon

UPDATE: The County of Grande Prairie has also announced a fire ban stretching the entire region, including the towns...

City reminding residents to check property lines before planting, removing trees

Thinking the yard needs a bit of a spruce up? The city is asking you to check your property...

County fire restriction goes into effect Thursday, ban lifted

The County of Grande Prairie has downgraded the recently enacted fire ban to a fire restriction starting Thursday afternoon...

2nd Art Unity Collective gala set for May 21 at Grant Berg Gallery

Original art created by locals with disabilities or those experiencing homelessness will be on display at a gala-event later...

City offering up tours, looking for public input on Bear Creek Dam future

As part of it's feasibility study long-term options for the Bear Creek Dam, the city is set to host...

Charges laid after sawed-off shotguns, drugs seized from vacant property in Bluesky

Several weapons and a small amount of drugs were seized after a search of a pair of RVs and...

Quartet of Engage Grande Prairie sessions set for June

The City’s Engage Grande Prairie event is returning for a third year, and with it, an expansion of the...

Peace Regional RCMP looking for suspect connected to car break and enter

Police in Peace River are hoping the public can help them identify a suspect believed to be involved in...
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Enjoy the water but be safe: Water safety tips from GP Technical Search and Rescue

As the weather heats up and people look to cool down in the different bodies of water around Alberta, Grande Prairie Technical Search and Rescue is reminding everyone to keep safety in mind. 

All evacuation orders lifted in County of Grande Prairie

The County of Grande Prairie has lifted all evacuation orders that were in place because of the Kiskatinaw River wildfire. 

St. John Paul II graduate receives prestigious scholarship

A Grande Prairie high school graduate is the recipient of a $100,000 scholarship for the next step in his education at the University of Calgary.

Evacuation area reduced in county, Kiskatinaw River wildfire remains classified as out of control

The County of Grande Prairie has reduced the Kiskatinaw River wildfire evacuation area, allowing those who live east of Range Road 132 to Range Road 130 between Township Road 710 and Township Road 740 to return home.

Swanavon students stir up community spirit during Lemonade Fundraiser

Ahead of Lemonade Day on Saturday, Grande 1 students...
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