Tag: distracted driving

Police continue to observe distracted driving in Grande Prairie, RCMP issues reminder and tips for safety

RCMP Ethan Montague -
The Grande Prairie RCMP has continued to observe distracted driving as a significant issue in GP and is reminding residents about the importance of driving safely. 

Alberta RCMP issues nearly 2,000 tickets during National Safe Driving Week

Provincial Ethan Montague -
National Safe Driving Week resulted in nearly 2,000 tickets issued by the Alberta RCMP from December 1st to the 7th alone. 

Distracted driving campaign focuses on new drivers

News Emma Mason -
Teen drivers using cell phones are four times more likely to crash than other drivers. That's the target of...

Agencies team up to fight distracted driving

News Erica Fisher -
A new campaign against distracted driving has been launched in Grande Prairie. GP Crime Prevention, RCMP and Enforcement Services...

Distracted drivers face steep fines and demerit points

News Erica Fisher -
Grande Prairie RCMP and Enforcement Services managed to catch a host of distracted drivers during a blitz last week....

Demerits added to distracted driving fines

News Erica Fisher -
Starting January first, not only will a distracted driving ticket set you back $287 in Alberta, it will also...

Police cracking down on distracted drivers in February

News Erica Fisher -
RCMP in Alberta are cracking down on distracted drivers this month. Research has shown that 20 to 30 per cent...

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Community
The first snowfall of the final stretch of the year is in the forecast for some communities, including parts of the Peace Country, which could impact holiday travel over the coming Thanksgiving long weekend. 

Wembley Wildcats receive RONA Rookies program support

Community
The Wembley Wildcats are among 150 minor hockey teams across Canada receiving support through the RONA Rookies program this season.

Rotary Clubs of Grande Prairie launches annual Dignity Drive

Community
The Rotary Clubs of Grande Prairie's Dignity Drive has kicked off for another year. 

Legion showcases two new veteran memorial crosswalks

Community
The Grande Prairie Legion has unveiled two brand-new veteran memorial crosswalks in the city.

NWP Wolves women’s hockey team ready to take bite out of ACAC

Community
Northwestern Polytechnic's Wolves women's hockey team is hoping the community can come together to pack the rink at their inaugural home game in the Alberta Colleges Athletics Conference on Friday.
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