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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
8h ago
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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...
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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
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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Quebec sovereigntists watch Alberta referendum talk with optimism, disdain
MONTREAL - As Alberta flirts with the possibility of a referendum on separation, Quebec sovereigntists are watching with interest - and a healthy dose of skepticism. Some are hoping a wave of separatist sentiment in Alberta will put wind in the sails of Quebec's own independence movement, which took a blow in the recen...
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B.C., federal government support dredging Vancouver's Burrard Inlet, others opposed
British Columbia's energy minister is backing plans to dredge and deepen Vancouver's Burrard Inlet to accommodate fully loaded oil tankers, despite concerns from environmentalists, experts and First Nations. The plan, floated recently by Prime Minister Mark Carney, could result in fewer tankers carrying more oil from t...
12h ago
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Recount sees Liberals take Quebec riding of Terrebonne by single vote
MONTREAL - An official with Elections Canada says the seat for a Quebec riding has flipped from the Bloc Québécois to the Liberals by a single vote after a judicial recount was completed. Elections Canada says the seat for the Montreal-area riding of Terrebonne has now gone to Tatiana Auguste, bringing th...
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Quebec Superior Court authorizes class-action over traffic stops without reason
MONTREAL - A Quebec Superior Court judge has authorized a class action suit brought on behalf of racialized people who were stopped while behind the wheel by police without reason to suspect an offence. Justice Catherine Piché authorized the lawsuit in a ruling rendered last month, which targets police in eight ...
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Survivor holds cautious hope amid claims new Pope mishandled clergy abuse allegations
ST. JOHN'S - An advocate for victims of clergy abuse says they are cautiously optimistic about Pope Leo XIV, but they are keeping a close eye on recently surfaced allegations that he previously sheltered those accused of abuse. Newfoundlander Gemma Hickey is the board president of Ending Clergy Abuse, and they are in R...
May 10, 2025
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World
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 15 people, mostly women and children
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) - Hamas says Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage in Gaza, will be released as part of efforts to establish a ceasefire, reopen crossings into the territory and resume the delivery of aid. The Hamas statement does not say when the release will happen. The announcement on Sunda...
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India and Pakistan ceasefire shaken by overnight clashes in Kashmir
ISLAMABAD (AP) - India's director general of military operations on Sunday said that India's strikes into Pakistan-controlled Kashmir and Pakistan on Wednesday killed more than 100 militants, including prominent leaders. There was no way to independently verify these claims. Lt. Gen. Rajiv Ghai said India's armed force...
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Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine, a Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages in Sunday appeal
VATICAN CITY (AP) - Pope Leo XIV called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza with the release of hostages and delivery of humanitarian aid in his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff. "Never again war!" Leo said from the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica. Recalling the end ...
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