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Veterans Memorial Gardens honours women in war with newest installation

Community Ethan Montague -
The City of Grande Prairie unveiled a new memorial on March 7th in the Veterans Memorial Gardens and Interpretive Centre to recognize the strength and sacrifice of women in war. 

Mercer Peace River, Woodland Cree extend Peace River Logging co-ownership agreement securing upwards of 80 local jobs

Business Ethan Montague -
Mercer Peace River Pulp and Woodland Cree First Nation will continue their co-ownership of Peace River Logging after signing a "historic agreement" extending their relationship. 

Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation objecting to O’Leary AI Data Centre Project due to “lack of consultation”

Community Ethan Montague -
Chief Sheldon Sunshine has issued a letter to the Government of Alberta, indicating the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation's opposition to the construction of the proposed O'Leary AI Data Centre in the Greenview Industrial Gateway. 

Spirit Seekers conference bringing youth together

News Erica Fisher -
Young people from across the region are in for an experience like no other this weekend. The 20th edition...

Indigenous hoops star hopes to leave lasting impact on students

News My GP Now -
The Peace Wapiti Public School District hopes CIS Basketball star Michael Linklater's tour of schools in the County of...

GP to observe Indigenous Veterans Day for first time

News Erica Fisher -
For the first time ever in Grande Prairie, a ceremony will honour Indigenous veterans from the region. Organizer Renee...

Western Chuckwagon Association moving on without live entertainment

News Erica Fisher -
The Western Chuckwagon Association is moving in a different direction for its stop in Grande Prairie this year. It...

GPRC furthers commitment to Indigenous Education

News Erica Fisher -
Post-secondary institutions across the country are signing Indigenous Education Protocols, and Grande Prairie Regional College is the latest. Nearly...

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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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