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NWP program focuses on farming locally

May 2, 2024

Northwestern Polytechnic will begin offering an Agriculture Operations diploma in November. The two-year program is geared toward anyone looking to start working in the agricultural sector.   “I definitely think people who grew up on a farm and want a bit more dedicated learning on things like GPS, drones and pesticide application all of those things, […]

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350 athletes coming to GP for National Aboriginal Hockey Championship

May 2, 2024

Some of the country’s best youth hockey players will compete in the National Aboriginal Hockey Championship in Grande Prairie from May 5 to 11.  About 350 athletes, 100 coaches and officials, and dignitaries are expected to come to the city.  “It's going to be a blend of sport and culture,” said Chenoa Esau, city recreation […]

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GPPS reveals new uniforms, vehicles

April 25, 2024
The Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS) unveiled its uniforms and first vehicles on April 17. GPPS officers will be on the streets as early as this summer, said GPPS chief Dwayne Lakusta.  “You'll start seeing our officers riding with RCMP officers in the short order, probably in the summer months,” he said. “Public safety is […]

Sexsmith students to host supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical

April 25, 2024

The wind has changed; and like one practically perfect nanny, one practically perfect teacher in Sexsmith is planning to make her leave. But this news comes with a spoonful of sugar, as students of Robert W. Zahara (RWZ) Public School are preparing for a musical production to close out some “unfinished business.” Mary Poppins Jr. […]

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Local food banks struggling; collaboration may be the answers 

April 25, 2024

A recent report suggests local food banks and government need to collaborate to help reduce poverty and food insecurity in Grande Prairie.  City administration presented the report to the Public and Protective Services Committee on April 16, outlining the services being provided by local organizations and their challenges. “Looking ahead, ongoing collaboration and innovative initiatives […]

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