Town of Peace River Approves 2026 Budget
The Town of Peace River has approved its 2026 municipal budget, with a focus of balancing fiscal responsibility while maintaining services and investing in key priorities. Mayor Shelly Shannon said the plan balances cost control with efforts
Ecole Providence in McLennan closes in June – reactions
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Board of Trustees has announced that École Providence in McLennan will close at the end of the current school year. The decision comes after a review of long-term enrolment trends, school
RCMP Weekly Wanted…
From the RCMP’s Weekly Wanted file, police in the area are searching for Wayne Donald Crowell. He’s noted for activities in Grande Prairie and Clairmont, but police do state that activities and presence could possibly extend to
T55 Daily News Blast
Wednesday April 15, 2026 Reactions have come from the Town of McLennan on the announcement of the closing of Ecole Providence. Mayor Jason Doris says they will continue to advocate on behalf of residents and seek clarity
NDP Launches Campaign Against Separation
With the possibility looming of a separatist referendum in Alberta, the NDP has launched its own campaign to take action against that. Party leader Naheed Nenshi says “For Alberta, For Canada” is a movement for anyone who
NLC transitioning to continue operations of NWP in Fairview (Glenn Mitchell)
While Northwestern Polytechnic winds up the 2026 academic year, Northern Lakes College is beginning to phase-in the continuing of operations at the Fairview Campus. The College is working with residents, committees, stakeholders and the community to ensure
Provincial Government cancels Red Earth Creek School project
A major school construction project in northern Alberta is facing delays after coming in significantly over budget. During a special meeting on April 9, the Peace River School Division Board of Trustees received an update from Superintendent