The 2023 County of Grande Prairie budget will once again see no increase to the municipal tax rate. County of Grande Prairie Reeve Bob Marshall told the News that over the last three years municipal tax rates have not increased, calling it “a conscious decision.” “Especially this year, when we’re looking at inflationary pressures and […]
The Town of Sexsmith will be accessing a $1.38 million provincial grant to help expand and protect water across the South Peace. The Alberta government is providing the grant through the Water for Life Program that will be put towards expansion of the reservoir expansion and pumphouse at Wapiti River. Sexsmith Mayor Kate Potter said […]
A patch of urban wilderness will be taking root south of Grande Prairie. After being converted to a provincial recreation lease, a portion of a 312-acre parcel of public land south of Secondary Highway 668 and east of Highway 40 will be used to expand Camp Tamarack. Camp Tamarack Vice President and Chairman of Land […]
While the Grande Prairie Fire Department (GPFD) is seeing an increase in medical calls, its 911 service is grappling with delays in secondary call processing to other first responders organizations. “We are now seeing a trend where the fire department is being relied on more often for EMS delivery, and this reliance is starting to […]
Textile Tales, the latest exhibit at the Grande Prairie Museum, opened to the public on Saturday. The exhibit showcases some of the best textiles in the museum's collection, including quilts, blankets, clothing, fine needle works and crocheted items. “We often hear about the hardships of pioneer life, but it didn't stop them from making sure […]