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Lightning sparks oilfield site fire

News Erica Fisher -
A lightning strike lit an oilfield battery on fire during a storm Wednesday afternoon. The County of Grande Prairie...

Lightning sparks eight wildfires

News Erica Fisher -
Eight wildfires were sparked by lightning this weekend in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Four are still burning, and...

Lightning safety a must in the summer

News Justine Kelsie -
It's the time of year that thunderstorms are prevalent and that means being safe when it comes to lightning....

Three new wildfires sparked by lightning in Grande Prairie region

News Erica Fisher -
Three new wildfires have been sparked by lightning in the region over the past 24 hours. One of them...

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Advance voting open for 2026 Alberta referendum

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Advance voting for the Alberta referendum opened on Tuesday. 

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

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