Premier Danielle Smith stopped in Grande Prairie on Friday after touring local fires. Her tour included the Dunes West fire south of the city as well as Sturgeon Lake. “We went and visited the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation and saw the devastation,” said Smith. Premier Danielle Smith speaks with the City Mayor Jackie Clayton before […]
The Grande Prairie Downtown Association (GPDA) is requesting the city share the costs of installing flashing light beacons at two mid-block crossings along 100 Ave. The association brought concerns to city council nearly a year ago, where council then directed city administration to conduct a speed study. “(GPDA) is willing to pay for one set […]
Construction season has begun in the City of Grande Prairie, with $27.53 million of infrastructure improvements expected this year. Roads, sidewalks, trails, storm lines, bridges, and traffic signals are all among the expected upgrades in 2023. “Through strategic investments in key infrastructure, we are extending the life of existing assets and expanding new infrastructure to […]
The fire danger remains extreme in northern Alberta with increasing temperatures in the forecast. The Dunes West Wildfire was classified as under control Tuesday and as of 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, Grande Prairie Regional Emergency Partnership (GPREP) reported it was winding down fire operations with crews removing structural protection, evaluating hot spots and conducting safety checks. […]
Delays in grant and other funding decisions have put pause on the move to a new home for South Peace Regional Archives (SPRA). SPRA executive director Ellyn Vandekerkhove said the decision to move was made almost two years ago. “It’s been a bit of a long road for us,” she said, adding she is hopeful […]