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Hwy 58 could be closed on the weekend…
Courtesy: Mackenzie County
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Friday, September 22nd HAPPY FRIDAY!!! Highway 58 between High Level and the Chinchaga River Bridge could be closed in the next 24 hours. Mackenzie County is reporting that the Bassett fire in the area, could be reducing
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CPP Report released by Province
Courtesy: Government of Alberta Albertans will be able to review an independent report on the potential creation of an Alberta Pension Plan ahead of provincewide engagement. The report, created by the independent consultant LifeWorks, suggests an Alberta
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Thursday, September 21st RCMP have charged a suspect after reports of a gun being fired in Peace River. (Suspected Air Gun) After warrant, 43 year old Roseanna Vivian Carifelle of Peace River faces drugs and assault charges.
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Province Working On New Social Studies Curriculum
The Provincial government is beginning work on drafting a new kindergarten to grade 6 social studies curriculum. Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says there will be a lot of engagement work done over the next several months. “We
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Mackenzie County Ward 2 Councillor Acclaimed
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Continue Reading »NWT Evacuation Centre continues… (Ben Proulx)
For the second time since the Spring, areas in the Peace region had to set up Evacuation Centres. Residents from the Northwest Territories fled from wildfires last month, some of which were housed in Peace River. Since
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PR RCMP have one in custody on drug charges (Date Correction)
Courtesy: PR RCMP Peace Regional RCMP lay charges from successful search warrant Peace River, Alta. – On Sept 13, 2023, Peace Regional RCMP responded to a report of an individual discharging an air gun in the area
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Kendall Dastou missing – Updated photos
Courtesy: PR RCMP Peace Regional RCMP seek assistance in locating missing male – Update Peace River, Alta. – Peace Regional RCMP are still seeking public assistance in locating missing 50-year-old Kendall Dastou of no fixed address. Kendall
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T55 Daily News Blast
Wednesday, September 20th 25 year-old Ray Travis Sawan of Marten Lake was arrested. Details in the news feed on the app/website. Village of Berwyn needs one more council spot filled. Nomination day is Monday, November 6th. The
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Ward 3 By-election in Birch Hills County
Courtesy: Birch Hills County 2023 Municipal Elections **OFFICIAL** Nomination Results FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Contact: Bailey Smith, Returning Officer Nominations closed at 12:00 noon on September 18th, 2023 for the position of Ward 3
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PR RCMP have “Unwanted Person” in custody
Courtesy: PR RCMP Peace Regional RCMP lay charges in uttering threats Marten Lake, Alta. – On Sept 17, 2023, Peace Regional RCMP responded to reports of an unwanted person in the area of Marten Lake where persons
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Tuesday, September 19th There was an accident this morning involving an Ecole Routhier Student and a Motor Vehicle at a crosswalk. The student is safe and back in school. Emergency services responded to the accident and are
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Affordability Main Topic In Parliament Session
The topic of affordability is top of mind for Members of Parliament beginning the fall session in Ottawa this week. The MP for Grande Prairie-Mackenzie, Chris Warkentin, says the inflation issues are the result of “out of
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Tuesday is the last day to vote in the MNA Election
Tuesday is the last day for the Metis Nation of Alberta elections. Voters can cast their ballots at: The Memorial Hall in Valleyview, The Chateau Nova in Peace River, The Fine Arts Centre in Fairview, The Nova
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Temperature control and aeration key to good crops (Brent Elliott)
Harvest season is underway, as farmers get their crops into the bin. The Canadian Grain Commission recently put out an article on farmers monitoring grain temperature and grain aeration, after going into the bin. The importance of
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NWP and U of L partner up for Animal Health Technology & Ag. Studies (Dr. Vanessa Sheane)
It’s a partnership in a field that is in need of resources in the Peace Region. Northwestern Polytechnic in Fairview, has teamed up with the University of Lethbridge to develop a transfer program with the Animal Health
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Monday, September 18th RCMP investigating Gunshots in Grimshaw yesterday. Details in the news feed. RCMP investigating firearms offence in Cadotte lake. In relation to the incident they’re requesting help locating Edward Floyd Flett (39) & Chaos James
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Slave Lake RCMP investigating Fatal Rollover
Courtesy: SL RCMP Slave Lake RCMP investigate fatal collision Slave Lake, Alta. – On Sept. 16, 2023, at approximately 11 p.m., Slave Lake RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle rollover on Highway 2, approximately
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Suspects Wanted From Cadotte Lake Incident
Release from Peace Regional RCMP Peace Regional RCMP are continuing to investigate this firearms offence which occurred in the area of Cadotte Lake on Sept 13th, 2023. RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 2 males
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Police Investigating Gunshots in Grimshaw
Release from Peace Regional RCMP On Sept 17, 2023 at approximately 6:30 a.m., Peace Regional RCMP responded to reports of a firearm being discharged in the area of 47 Ave and 53 Street in Grimshaw. RCMP attended
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Fuel Good Day happening at Peace Country Co-Op on Tuesday (Kaitie Rieger)
A popular day in the Peace region is supporting the youth. Two tanks are being filled up for a good cause. The 124 Peace River Air Cadets will have partial proceeds donated to them, thanks to Fuel
Continue Reading »PR Advocacy Campaign underway
Courtesy: Town of Peace River The Town of Peace River has launched a resident-focused campaign in advocating to the province for improved inmate release practices at the Peace River Correctional Centre. On Sept. 15, 2023, the Town
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Friday, September 15th The importance of Food Banks this time of the year is being highlighted. 20% of Canadians are facing food insecurities, and 1 in 3 people needing the resource are children. Nominations for the County
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Thursday, September 14th RCMP looking for two suspects after a vehicle was stolen and a firearm discharged in Cadotte Lake yesterday. The vehicle was later recovered. Police believe it was a targeted incident, and so the public
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Fairview Flyers Looking For Improvements This Season
The Fairview Flyers are ready to begin the NWJHL season. Lance Wiebe, the Flyers head coach and GM, says they had a good number of returning players at their training camp. “We had what we expected for
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Shots fired in Cadotte Lake
Courtesy: PR RCMP Peace Regional RCMP respond to firearms offences in Cadotte Lake Cadotte Lake, Alta. – On Sept 13, 2023, Peace Regional RCMP responded to reports of a firearm being discharged in the area of Cadotte
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Hay-Zama Bison Hunt is on…
Courtesy: Government of Alberta Hay-Zama Bison Hunt resumes for 2023-24 September 13, 2023 Media inquiries A unique draw opportunity to participate in a hunt that helps sustain the wood bison population is now open. Resident hunting applications Resident
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GP RCMP searching for a suspect in a hit and run
Courtesy: GP RCMP Grande Prairie RCMP investigate hit and run with pedestrian Grande Prairie, Alta. – On Tuesday, Sept. 12, at approximately 11:16 a.m., Grande Prairie RCMP received a report of a hit and run that had
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GP RCMP looking for missing woman…
Courtesy: GP RCMP Grande Prairie RCMP request public assistance in locating missing female Grande Prairie, Alta. – Grande Prairie RCMP request public assistance in locating 42-year-old Angela Carifelle. Angela was last heard from June 18, 2023. Grande
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Wednesday, September 13th HFCRD has teamed up with Edmonton based company Hour Zero to provide Health & Safety. Superintendent Betty Turpin says that there is no such thing as being too prepared for worst-case scenarios. NDP launches
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NDP Launches Survey Looking At School Class Sizes
The NDP opposition has launched a survey looking at challenges that parents, teachers and students face in their local classrooms. Education Critic Rakhi Pancholi says they want to get a picture about what’s happened in Alberta schools
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MD of Greenview Event Raises Money For Food Banks
Council at the MD of Greenview held their Greenview Charity Clay Shoot last week in Valleyview and it’s being called a “resounding success”. This year saw 113 participants and the generous backing of 36 corporate partners. The
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Tuesday, September 12th Spirit River RCMP looking for missing person, 50 year old Davola Kathryn Girvan, Details and Pictures on the app/website. Multiple council meetings across the region today. MD of Greenview discussing a re-design of their
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GP Man faces drugs and sex charges
Courtesy: GP ALERT Grande Prairie… A Grande Prairie man wanted on warrants has been arrested by ALERT. The suspect is now facing numerous drug-related charges after cocaine and fentanyl were seized.ALERT Grande Prairie’s organized crime team arrested Dextar Mikenas on
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HFCRD Launches New Health & Safety Program
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division has put in place a new health and safety program that focuses on emergency preparedness and responses. HFCRD has teamed up with Hour Zero, a company that provides schools with tools
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Spirit River RCMP Looking For Missing Woman
Police in Spirit River are looking for help in finding a missing woman. According to RCMP, 50-year-old Davola Kathryn Girvan was last seen on Sunday and there is a general concern for her well being. She is
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HLFD turns Pick-ups into fire trucks…
Courtesy: Town of High Level Town of High Level receives firefighting gear donation The Town of High Level can now turn any pickup truck into a fire truck, thanks to a donation from Telus through a charity
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Monday, September 11th Our thoughts are with all those who passed away on September 11th, 2001 Shout out to everyone in the emergency services field who put their safety on the line every day. Thanks for what
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Police looking for help in 28 year-old missing person case
Courtesy: Airdrie RCMP Airdrie RCMP seek public assistance with a historical missing person investigation Airdrie, Alta. – Airdrie RCMP are seeking public assistance in locating a missing person. On Sept. 17, 1995, Jason Arthur Misurko (AKA Jason
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Peace Regional RCMP looking for Missing Person
Peace River, Alta. – Peace Regional RCMP are seeking assistance in locating missing 50-year-old Kendall Dastou of no fixed address. Peace Regional RCMP are concerned for Kendall’s safety and well-being. Kendall was last seen in the area
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Friday, September 8th The Village of Berwyn is selling lots of land for $1. Stipulations include a refundable $1000 deposit, and building on the land within a year. Shout out to Northern Sunrise County Deputy Fire Chief
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Province Critical Of Proposed Federal Electricity Regulations
Proposed clean electricity regulations from the federal government have been seeing some criticism from the Alberta government. The feds want to have a net-zero electricity grid by 2035, but Alberta environment minister Rebecca Schulz says doing that
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Bergeron Honoured in Ottawa
Courtesy: Government of Alberta Five Albertans and one community are receiving the Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award (EMESA) for their outstanding contributions and achievements in keeping their communities safe. Established in 2017 by the federal government and
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Thursday, September 7th Town of Fairview letting residents know that tap water may smell or taste “organic” until beginning to mid-October. They are doing maintenance, but the water is tested regularly and is still safe to consume.
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High Prairie RCMP looking for Missing Person (UPDATE)
*UPDATE* High Prairie, Alta. – Alberta RCMP are pleased to report that Geraldine Bigcharles was located safe. We would like to thank the public and media for their assistance. BACKGROUND High Prairie, Alta. – High Prairie RCMP
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Misery Mountain Truck Raffle underway (Chris Johnson)
Bring on the snow, because officials at the Ski Hill are ready to go. They have a fresh outlook on the upcoming season. Misery Mountain Ski Resort in Peace River is gearing up for the season, starting
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Additional funding to Alberta FASD Networks
Courtesy: Government of Alberta Almost $3 million is being provided to increase wages for front-line workers supporting individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Alberta’s social sector provides critical supports for thousands of individuals living with disabilities,
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T55 Daily News Blast
Wednesday, September 6th Water in Valleyview is safe to drink, and is constantly tested. The town letting residents know that the slight taste difference, odor, or discolouration, is only aesthetic in nature. Air Quality Sensors in local
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Valleyview Tap Water Concerns
The Town of Valleyview is reassuring residents that the drinking water is safe. There’s been recent complaints of water discolouration, odor, and a taste change. Tests are regularly and consistently completed and no issues have been noted.
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