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December 5, 2024

When you bring up Judy Olson to Beaverlodge community members, the phrase “infectious giggle” is heard over and over. With Judy’s unexpected passing on Nov. 16 at the age of 70, Beaverlodge mourns a woman who was a mentor to many, a second mother to some, and a community ambassador that will be dearly missed. […]

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Common consumer product batteries culprit in many residential fires

October 9, 2025

An increase in the number of fires sparked by lithium ion batteries has fire prevention services feeling the heat. The batteries are being blamed for an alarming number of fires, and the County of Grande Prairie has stepped up to educate locals on the hazards found in nearly every home.  “This year alone, we’ve had […]

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Re-opening ceremony to take place at Caribou Centre

October 9, 2025

This month will see a celebration to mark a new chapter at Grande Prairie’s child and youth advocacy centre (CYAC) as it continues to grow. Caribou Child & Youth Centre will celebrate its grand re-opening at the PACE Centre on Oct. 21. Program co-ordinator Nicole Bockus said the centre, which has been operating since 2012, […]

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NDP host town hall in Grande Prairie

October 2, 2025
Days after the premier's Alberta Next Panel was in town, provincial opposition leader Naheed Nenshi brought his – dubbed “Better Together” – to the city. About 200 people attended the Sept. 23.event, where participants were asked to vote on the top three topics they wanted to discuss.  “The most interesting thing has been that when […]

Election 2025: Wembley talking with the candidates

October 2, 2025
Town & Country News extended an invitation to all municipal election candidates in Wembley. Each was invited to answer three questions and submit a photo. We are publishing every response we received. 1. What are your top two priorities, and how do you hope to make those changes? 2. What leadership experience will you bring […]

Election 2025 heats up in your community

September 25, 2025
With nominations closing Monday, the official list of candidates have now been released*.  (I) means incumbent. Town of Beaverlodge will elect one mayor and six councillors: Mayor: Terry Dueck, Gary Rycroft (I), Paul Szkopiec. Councillors: Trevor Bartsch, Judy Kokotilo-Bekkerus (I), Stan Berry, Cyndi Corbett (I), Hugh Graw (I), Richard Lappenbush, Tyke Longmore, Cal Mosher (I), […]

Alberta Next Panel comes to Grande Prairie

September 25, 2025

About 500 people turned out to the Grande Prairie stop of the Alberta Next Panel on Sept. 17 at Evergreen Park’s Tara Centre.  The panel focused on six main topics: Equalization and federal transfer payments; a proposed Alberta Pension Plan, a provincial police force, constitutional changes, immigration reform and tax collection changes.  “We want to […]

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New modified items available for disabled children at library

September 18, 2025
An assortment of modified books, toys and sensory materials is now available at the library to ensure children of all different abilities can use the resources. The Grande Prairie Public Library (GPPL) launched its new Accessible Collection for Children last week.  “We're working on creating a more accessible children's department, and we're always trying to […]