Category Archives: Peace Region
Jury begins deliberations in Wendland trial
The trial in the case of a multiple stabbing during a Sexsmith bar fight has concluded. Jordan Wendland's fate now rests in the hands of the 12-person jury. He faces a charge of manslaughter and three...
Nov 09, 2017
City seeking additional committee members
The City of Grande Prairie has 36 openings for positions on committees. Opportunities exist on ten of them including the Combative Sports Commission, Grande Prairie Airport Commission, and the Assessm...
Nov 09, 2017
RCMP asking for public’s help identifying male
Very few details are being released as to why, but RCMP are looking to identify a male after concluding an investigation on September 20, 2017. Investigators are hoping the public will help them ident...
Nov 09, 2017
Two galleries hosting a tribute to Robert Guest
Two Grande Prairie galleries are paying tribute to Robert Guest. The well-known Peace Country artist died in June. The Art Gallery of Grande Prairie will open an exhibit called Robert Guest: Details a...
Nov 09, 2017
Pool, grandstand borrowing by-laws going to city council
A city committee is sending a pair of borrowing by-laws to Council. One is for $5-millions for the renovations at the Bear Creek Pool. The other is for $3,572,911 for the new CKC grandstand. That last...
Nov 08, 2017
Increased wait times at Grande Prairie Airport
For the next few days, the Grande Prairie Airport CEO is recommending you show up at least 30 minutes earlier than usual for your flights. Brian Grant says this is due to increased wait times to get t...
Nov 08, 2017
Crown finishes case at Wendland trial
The Jordan Wendland trial continues at Grande Prairie court. The crown wrapped up its case today. Proceedings will resume tomorrow. Wendland is facing manslaughter and aggravated assault charges after...
Nov 08, 2017
New book brings awareness to suicide
A Grande Prairie Author travelled the country to gather stories for what she calls an "encyclopedia of hope". Over the span of four years, Suzanne Sagmeister talked to 100 suicide survivors to put tog...
Nov 08, 2017
Energy minister: opening of new GP Pembina office testament to region
The new Pembina Pipeline office in Grande Prairie officially opened Tuesday. Energy Minister Marg McCuaig-Boyd was in attendance and says investment like this is a testament to the region and province...
Nov 08, 2017
Point in time count set for April 2018
The next Point-in-Time count is approaching, and city officials are trying to tackle homelessness in Grande Prairie. The Housing First initiative is especially important in order to help those living ...
Nov 07, 2017