Tag: parks

Hommy Memorial Society pursuing recreation lease transfer for Hommy Park to County

Community Ethan Montague -
Grande Prairie's "hidden gem" for campers will soon be run entirely by the county after a recreation lease transfer. 

Muskoseepi Pond among several other outdoor rinks closed due to warm weather

Community Ethan Montague -
The City has closed numerous skating rinks and ponds throughout Grande Prairie as a result of the recent warm weather. 

Grande Prairie admin to finalize agreement with Jumpstart to support accessible playground installation

GP City Hall Ethan Montague -
Grande Prairie City Council made the decision to direct administration to negotiate and finalize a gift agreement with Canadian Tire's Jumpstart regarding the installation of a new accessible playground structure. 

Bronze signs stolen from local parks

News Erica Fisher -
Bronze signs have been stolen from 11 local parks. RCMP say they were alerted to the theft by the...

City workers recognized for selfless act

News Erica Fisher -
Two city parks workers have been recognized for their efforts to save a woman's life. Taryn Kokesch and Kaitlin...

City cleaning up broken trees after storm

News Erica Fisher -
Grande Prairie is dealing with the aftermath of winds gusting up to 100 kilometres an hour Wednesday. In addition...

Five playground replacements up for approval

News Erica Fisher -
Four local parks will likely be getting new playgrounds this summer. Pending city council's vote on Monday, replacements have...

Nature-inspired Maskwôtêh Park under construction

News Erica Fisher -
Construction is starting up again on an extension to Muskoseepi Park. Maskwôtêh Park is located across from Centre 2000...

Celebrate Parks and Recreation month at Bear Lake Campground

News Jeff Henson -
June is Parks and Recreation month across the province, and the County of Grande Prairie is celebrating it with...

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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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