The end of water billing issues may be around the corner for Beaverlodge residents. Town of Beaverlodge Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Jeff Johnston said parts to repair the water meter billing system were supposed to ship on Oct. 31. “Once we get them there should be a fairly quick install,” said Johnston. “We’re hoping that’s […]
The Town of Beaverlodge is getting steps closer to filling its vacancy for a peace officer. Beaverlodge Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Jeff Johnston told the News that he is in the process of checking references for a potential candidate. Johnston said the town has held two interviews and has received multiple applications to the position, […]
The Grande Prairie Public Library (GPPL) returned to city council looking for a 10 per cent ($172,329) increase to its 2024 budget at the Oct. 16 regular council meeting. The library previously presented to council at a Committee of the Whole meeting in June, where a motion was made for the library to return with […]
After decades of work, the landmark opening of a new $2.9 million fire hall has both Beaverlodge mayor and fire captain feeling phenomenal. As of Oct. 16, the Beaverlodge Fire Department has moved into its new location on 5 Ave. Town of Beaverlodge Mayor Gary Rycroft and Beaverlodge Fire Department Captain Kish Wickramasinghe don their […]
The time has come for Canadians to once again don the poppy, as communities are preparing for Remembrance Day services. Before the 11th, a ceremony for Indigenous Veterans Day will take place on Nov. 8 at the Veteran Memorial Gardens and Interpretive Centre (10121 93 St. Grande Prairie) . Centre executive director and collections manager […]