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City, County of GP to provide letters of support, backing AFPA’s efforts to push against American tariffs

GP City Hall Ethan Montague -
Grande Prairie City Council has directed Mayor Jackie Clayton to write a letter of support indicating the city's desire to back the Alberta Forest Products Association in its efforts to push against American tariffs on Canadian lumber. 

Education among key priorities for County of GP ahead of 2025 wildfire season

Fire Ethan Montague -
The County of Grande Prairie has received the Regional Fire Service's 2024 Annual Report, which identifies several key difference-makers for the county to be mindful of ahead of the 2025 wildfire season. 

Local forestry industry concerned about caribou range plan

News Erica Fisher -
The roughly $200 million a year Weyerhaeuser contributes to the Grande Prairie community could be in jeopardy. The company...

Concerns growing over mounting lumber tariffs

News Erica Fisher -
The United States' new anti-dumping duties on softwood lumber has industry experts concerned. Co-chair of the Alberta Softwood Lumber...

Local forestry companies, employee honoured for excellence

News Erica Fisher -
The Peace region's excellence in the forestry industry has been recognized by the Alberta Forest Products Association. Both the...

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Eyes on the road: Tips for safe holiday travel as snow in forecast for parts of Alberta

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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