Lottery
Bonanza resident purchases winning Western 649 EXTRA ticket in Red Deer
A Bonanza local is taking home $100,000 after winning the EXTRA on the Western 649 April 9 draw. Abie Aruna purchased her ticket from the Circle K on 22 Street in Red Deer. Aruna said "I took it up to the cashier after I scanned it myself, thinking it couldn't be true. 'The cashier then said' there are too many ze...
May 11, 2025
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Community
Boreal Wetland Centre up for provincial award
Grande Prairie's Boreal Wetland Centre is up for a provincial award.It is one of the nominees for the 34th Annual Emerald Award, given out by the Alberta Emerald Foundation.The award recognizes work to help the environment.The centre is one of three organizations shortlisted under the category of Shared Footprints Awar...
May 11, 2025
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Peace Region
Lottery
Bonanza resident purchases winning Western 649 EXTRA ticket in Red Deer
A Bonanza local is taking home $100,000 after winning the EXTRA on the Western 649 April 9 draw. Abie Aruna purchased her ticket from the Circle K on 22 Street in Red Deer. Aruna said "I took it up to the cashier after I scanned it myself, thinking it couldn't be true. 'The cashier then said' there are too many ze...
May 11, 2025
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Missing Person
Grande Prairie RCMP searching for missing 20-year-old
Grande Prairie RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in locating missing youth 20-year-old Daniel Machel.Daniel was last seen on May 10, 2025 in Grande Prairie and there is a concern for his well being.He is described as;Light complexion;5 fee 10 inches in Height;158 pounds;Brown hair;Blue eyes;(Photo Credit: Grande...
May 11, 2025
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Community
Boreal Wetland Centre up for provincial award
Grande Prairie's Boreal Wetland Centre is up for a provincial award.It is one of the nominees for the 34th Annual Emerald Award, given out by the Alberta Emerald Foundation.The award recognizes work to help the environment.The centre is one of three organizations shortlisted under the category of Shared Footprints Awar...
May 11, 2025
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RCMP
UPDATE: High Prairie RCMP advise heavy police presence near Slave Lake over
High Prairie RCMP say that the heavy police presence near slave lake is now over. RCMP say they were unable to locate the suspects, but a thorough search has been completed.It is believed the suspects are no longer in the area.The investigation into identifying the suspects continues.--High Prairie RCMP are advising th...
May 11, 2025
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Missing Person
Update: Missing Youth Found
Update:Grande Prairie RCMP have confirmed that Mackenzie Smith has been found safe.They are thanking the public for their assistance. --Grande Prairie RCMP are seeking the public's help is locating a missing youth.16-year-old Mackenzie Smith was last seen Thursday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m. in Grande Prairie and there is conc...
May 10, 2025
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RCMP
Peace Regional RCMP laying firearm charges following a traffic stop May 7.
A traffic stop conducted by Peace Regional RCMP resulted in the seizure of a sawed-off shotgun and the arrest of three individuals.Mounties discovered the weapon in the vehicle while conducting proactive patrols May 7 in the Area of 100 Ave and stopped a vehicle, whose owner was known to be on curfew conditions.(Photo ...
May 10, 2025
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Federal Election 2025
2025 Federal Election
Conservative incumbent Chris Warkentin holds on to Grande Prairie seat
Incumbent Conservative Chris Warkentin won his seventh straight federal election Monday, taking over 80 per cent of the vote in the Grande Prairie riding. Speaking at his election party, Warkentin says he is thankful for the support of residents in the Peace Region and says he will continue to represent their needs in ...
Apr 29, 2025
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Canada's Choice
Candidate Profile: Arnold Viersen (CPC) - Peace River-Westlock
This is a candidate profile for the April 28, 2025 federal election.All candidates have been asked the same four questions, and were given a 600-word limit.Responses are unedited for grammar and spelling, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of EverythingGP and Pattison Media.Canadians head to the polls on April...
Apr 24, 2025
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2025 Federal Election
Peace River-Westlock riding in need of poll workers
Elections Canada is still looking for election poll workers for the Peace River-Westlock riding. Elections Canada says about 150 workers are needed to operate the polling stations on Election Day (Monday, April 28). Interested residents can visit Election Canada's website and click on jobs to apply, or contact the elec...
Apr 23, 2025
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Local Sports
Grande Prairie Storm
Storm coach up for CJHL Coach of the Year
Grande Prairie Storm head coach Chris Schmidt is one of the six nominees for CJHL Coach of the Year.Schmidt says it is an honour to be up for any award."It's been a good year. A lot of good kids. They've worked hard and they've kind of bought into what we're trying to do here.""That always makes it enjoy...
May 09, 2025
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Community
3D Children's Society fund raiser on Friday
The 3D Children's Society Ball Hockey & Soccer Tournament is set for today (Friday, May 9) at CKC Field.It will start at 8:30 a.m. Local school kids will be raising money to help other kids and families dealing with serious medical issues. The day will also include food trucks, a silent auction and a raffle.The fun...
May 09, 2025
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NWP
NWP launching new golf and women's hockey programs
Northwestern Polytechnic is expanding its athletics programming.The Wolves will have a golf team starting in September, with a new women's hockey team to hit the ice for the 2026/2027 ACAC season.NWP President and CEO Dr. Vanessa Sheane says this will provide a "significant advantage." "At the individual...
May 09, 2025
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Agriculture
Agriculture
Clear Hills Agricultural Trade Show on this weekend
The 28th Clear Hills Agricultural Trade Show is set for Saturday.It will go from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Dave Shaw Memorial Complex in Hines Creek.Besides the trade show, there will be wagon rides, spring fair exhibits, an arts & crafts display and a kid's talent show.There will be a pancake breakfast to start t...
Apr 11, 2025
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Provincial Politics
Alberta's agriculture minister in Washington to discuss importance of free trade
Minister of Agriculture RJ Sigurdson will represent Alberta in Washington, D.C. on Monday to engage in important discussions on how agriculture is beneficial on both sides of the North American border. "I want every ag producer and processor in our province to know that we have your back and will continue to advoc...
Apr 07, 2025
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Northwestern Polytechnic
NWP's Bee Diagnostic Centre receives grant
Northwestern Polytechnic has received funding to advance research examining a parasite that targets honeybee colonies.NWP's National Bee Diagnostic Centre has received a $195,300 grant from non-profit Results Driven Agriculture Research to fund research into Varroa mite and the viruses it carries.Over the next two year...
Apr 03, 2025
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Alberta
PROVINCE
Union representing Alberta provincial employees begins historic strike vote
Thousands of Alberta government workers started voting Thursday on whether or not to strike.The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees said in a statement its employees have not seen a significant wage increase in decades and are being impacted by rising costs of living. AUPE said the province offered 11.5 per cent over...
May 10, 2025
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Economy
Alberta adds 15,000 jobs in April
A new report from Statistics Canada says Alberta was one of the country's leaders in employment growth last month.It says around 15,000 Albertans found work last month, 14,100 of whom came into full-time positions. This largely helped to offset a decline in jobs from March.Quebec was the only jurisdiction to see a bigg...
May 10, 2025
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service alberta considering findings
Gov't of Alberta non-compliant with FOIP Act, says Information and Privacy Commissioner
Alberta's Information and Privacy Commissioner has found the Government of Alberta is non-compliant with processing access to information requests under the FOIP Act.The finding comes after Diane McLeod conducted a 21-month long investigation into 27 government departments.The full report can be read here.The investiga...
May 10, 2025
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health statutes amendment act
Alberta NDP raises alarm bells for Bill 55, but LaGrange silences claims
The Alberta NDP and other health-oriented groups say Bill 55, The Health Statutes Amendment Act, proposed by the provincial government, will destroy public health if passed.This comes following second reading of the legislation on Wednesday; it was tabled May 1.The office of Health Minister Adriana LaGrange says the ND...
May 09, 2025
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Canada
Group of investors submits revised offer to buy Quebec-based Lion Electric
MONTREAL - A group of investors has submitted a revised offer to buy Quebec vehicle-maker Lion Electric. A previous offer fell through because it was conditional on government funding, which the province refused last month. But court documents say the buyers have reached an agreement with the Quebec government to renew...
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Statistics Canada says Canadian-resident return trips from U.S. down again in April
Statistics Canada says preliminary figures for April continue to point to a sharp drop in return trips from the United States by Canadian residents. The agency says the number of Canadian-residents returning by automobile from the United States in April fell on a year-over-year basis for the fourth consecutive month as...
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In the news today: Liberals win Quebec riding by one vote in recount
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Liberals win Quebec riding by one vote in recount With more recounts still to come, the Liberals are another seat closer to a majority government after a judicial recount saw them narrowly win the Quebec riding of Terrebonne. A ju...
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Cross-examination continues for complainant in hockey players' sex assault trial
Defence lawyers in the sexual assault trial of five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team are expected to continue cross-examining the complainant today. The woman, who cannot be identified under a publication ban, first took the stand on May 2 and spent most of last week facing questions from the defence...
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U.S. authorities find body of missing Quebec hiker in New York state's Adirondacks
MONTREAL - The body of Quebec hiker reported missing in northeastern New York state has been found, state authorities confirm. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation says in a statement the body 22-year-old Leo Dufour was discovered over the weekend off Allen Mountain trail in Essex County. Authori...
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Quebec lends forest fire teams to battle Saskatchewan and Ontario blazes
QUÉBEC - Quebec's forest fire prevention agency says it is sending reinforcements to Ontario and Saskatchewan to help teams fight several forest and brush fires. Two CL-415 firefighting aircraft and their crews will head to Dryden, Ont., while two other of the same aircraft will head to Meadow Lake, Sask. Quebec...
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World
UK police investigate overnight fire at Prime Minister Starmer's house
LONDON (AP) - British police on Monday were investigating an overnight fire that damaged door of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's house in north London. Starmer has rented out the house since he was elected in July, living with his family in the prime minister's official Downing Street residence. London Fire Brigade said ...
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Deputy attorney general who defended Trump in hush money trial named acting Librarian of Congress
NEW YORK (AP) - Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who represented Donald Trump during his 2024 criminal trial, has been appointed acting Librarian of Congress, the Justice Department said Monday. Blanche replaces longtime librarian Carla Hayden, whom the White House fired last week amid criticism from some conserva...
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Modi says India has only paused military action and will strike if any further terror attack occurs
NEW DELHI (AP) - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India has only "paused its military action" and will "retaliate on its own terms" if there is any future terror attack on the country. "We will be monitoring every step of Pakistan," Modi said in an address to the nation. His commen...
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