Tag: grasshoppers

County declares agriculture disaster for 2025 growing season

Business Kass Patterson -
For a second year, the County of Grande declared an agricultural disaster, citing factors including severe drought and forecasted extended dry conditions.

Disaster recovery programs needed to cover ag losses: Drysdale

News Erica Fisher -
The PC Alberta Party is calling on the provincial and federal governments to create a disaster recovery program. Farmers...

Jump in grasshopper numbers not an issue for city residents

News Erica Fisher -
You've likely noticed them hopping through bushes, getting chased by neighbourhood dogs. The number of grasshoppers in Grande Prairie...

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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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