There might be a foot or two of snow on the ground, but the City of Grande Prairie is deploying resources now to mitigate next season’s wildfires. The city said began Firesmart vegetation management work early this month along the Bear Creek corridor. According to a city media release, crews will be removing dead or […]
The weather outside was frightful, but the Christmas fun at the Very Merry Wembley Christmas event on Thursday was so delightful! Kids of all ages got to come down to the FluidPro Arena & Recreation Centre for an evening of holiday treats and crafts, including cookie decoration, ornament making, and a Santa letter-writing station. Even […]
With Elections Canada approval in hand and two petition signing events under its belt, the recall campaign for Grande Prairie MLA Nolan Dyck is well underway. Casey Klein, campaign lead, said response has been brisk since she submitted the petition request to Elections Alberta on Friday, Oct. 31. “People are signing because they are fed […]
The Town of Sexsmith is asking residents to keep an eye out for Christmas lights removed from the Heritage trail and highway path. First lit on Nov. 20 during the Christmas in Sexsmith event, Sexsmith Mayor Kate Potter said by Saturday residents along 91 St. had reached out to the town to report lightbulbs had […]
Food security, permaculture, design projects and – yes – garden seeds have become an anchor on Sexsmith’s historic Main Street. Heritage Farm’s Seed School opened its doors in October, bringing seasonal workshops on a variety of topics including small farm agriculture and creative design to residents across the South Peace. Owner Wendy Smith said the […]