Tag: safety

County of GP asks residents to help keep season fire-free through burn permits

Fire Ethan Montague -
The Grande Prairie Forest Area has officially entered the second month of fire season, and while fire danger remains "low" in the region, the County of GP is reminding residents that fire permits are required to help keep fire season, fire-free. 

County encourages residents to read up on provincial cold safety tips

County of Grande Prairie Ethan Montague -
The County of Grande Prairie is encouraging residents to be mindful of what to do if they find themselves in a predicament this winter. 

RCMP issues tips to get home safe on New Year’s Eve

RCMP Ethan Montague -
With New Year's Eve quickly approaching, the RCMP has issued a few safety tips for residents planning to ring in the new year with a party.

Alberta RCMP issues nearly 2,000 tickets during National Safe Driving Week

Provincial Ethan Montague -
National Safe Driving Week resulted in nearly 2,000 tickets issued by the Alberta RCMP from December 1st to the 7th alone. 

Rain, sleet and snow much more: GPES officials offer up winter driving safety tips

Traffic & Closures Ethan Montague -
Grande Prairie Enforcement Services has joined several provincial policing agencies in encouraging safe driving throughout the winter season.

Total Safety acquires Clairmont oilfield company

News Erica Fisher -
A Clairmont oilfield services company has been bought out by Total Safety. The company announced last week that is...

Mock powerlines help train heavy equipment operators

News Erica Fisher -
A local company is hoping others will take advantage of its new safe training facility. Located at Northern Mat...

More students learning about train safety after dangerous incident

News Erica Fisher -
The Canadian National Railway Police will be back in Grande Prairie this week to talk to public school children...

County warning people to be safe around snow clearing equipment

News Justine Kelsie -
The County would like everyone to stay clear of snow removal equipment. The County says there are clear signs...

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Advance voting open for 2026 Alberta referendum

Community
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

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