Category Archives: Peace Region
Cobblestone shooting update
Grande Prairie RCMP say the 24-year-old man shot Thursday evening remains in hospital and the two 26-year-old suspects remain in custody. Thursday, RCMP were called around 5:51 p.m. to 92 Street and 1...
Sep 29, 2018
Three speakers to present during Orange Shirt Day tomorrow
The Third Annual Orange Shirt Day is taking place tomorrow in Grande Prairie. Three local speakers will give presentations at Centre 2000. Regional Manager for Aboriginal Services at Northwest Communi...
Sep 29, 2018
Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure Sunday
Grande Prairie’s edition of the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is tomorrow at Muskoseepi Park. Run Director Janice Lovejoy says despite the cooler weather in the forecast, they...
Sep 29, 2018
Local RCMP warn of new crime trend leaving businesses on the hook
Grande Prairie RCMP is warning businesses in the city of a new crime trend using the Point of Sale (POS) terminal or debit/credit machine. According to local police, there have been several incidents ...
Sep 28, 2018
Wildlife officials investigate after dead black bear found north of Debolt
Fish and Wildlife are investigating after a young black bear was found dead north of Debolt on Highway 676. Government Spokesperson Brendan Cox says there were no gunshot wounds on the bear and itR...
Sep 28, 2018
Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament to raise money for United Way
The first week of October will mark United Way week in the Grande Prairie area. Participating businesses will have special menu items or things for sale with a portion of the money made going towards ...
Sep 28, 2018
UCP Finance Critic in Grande Prairie
The United Conservative Party’s Finance Critic is in Grande Prairie Friday. Cypress Medicine Hat MLA Drew Barnes will be speaking at Centre 2000 from 1:30 p.m.- 3 p.m. It is expected he will giv...
Sep 28, 2018
Enrollments up more than predicted in Catholic school district
Enrollments jumped by more than expected this year for Grande Prairie & District Catholic Schools. Officials had been expected an increase of 1.7 to 1.8 percent. Superintendent Karl Germann says t...
Sep 28, 2018
New exhibit to tell stories of Sasquatch in Alberta
Whether you are a believer or non-believer of the mythical creature, an exhibit opening this afternoon full of evidence, stories and collectibles will help you learn more about the possible sightings ...
Sep 28, 2018
Two arrested after male shot in Grande Prairie
Little information is available after RCMP say someone was shot Thursday in the city. Officers were called around 5:51 p.m. to 92 Street and 100 Avenue to reports that a male had been shot. One male w...
Sep 28, 2018