Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement has confirmed an escalation in bear sightings in and around the Town of Beaverlodge, stating it’s “not uncommon” for this time of year. Coreana Harcourt reported seeing a black bear on the east side of the Research Station just after noon time Sept. 1. Bear sightings continued; by Sept. 11, […]
Though Women Building Futures (WBF) is celebrating 25 years of ensuring women can start new careers in the trades or transportation industry, it says much more work is needed in the years ahead. Nearly 3,000 women have benefited from the programs and mentorship of WBF that offers free training and support to women who are […]
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The local fire chief hopes the Beaverlodge Fire Department will make its move to its new location within days. Town of Beaverlodge Fire Chief Stan Metcalfe said construction is about “99 per cent” complete, and hoped to be able to move into the new structure either next week or in early October, with work such […]
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The Twinkle Star Project Inc. is looking for volunteers in the Grande Prairie region who are skilled crafters and knitters to help craft baskets for their basket project and add volunteers from across the province. Twinkle Star hopes to offer meaningful support to people experiencing baby loss. “Everyone in our group has been affected by […]
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Food Cycle Science presented a food waste solution to city council on Monday that would see city residents produce nutrient-rich products from their kitchens for their gardens. The Ottawa-based company has proposed to the city a pilot project where residents would pay a subsidized rate for a FoodCycler product, with the municipality paying a portion; […]
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Five nonprofit organizations were approved for tax exemption during the Beaverlodge council meeting on Sept. 11. Council granted the Beaverlodge Curling Club, Beaverlodge Hospital Auxiliary Association, Senior Citizens Association, Beaverlodge Child Development Society, and Beaverlodge Area Cultural Society tax exemption for 2024 to 2026. The five organizations had been granted tax exemption from 2021 to […]
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The City of Grande Prairie wants to expand childcare spaces by attracting new providers, supporting staff recruitment and advocating local childcare needs to the province. City administration and the mayor have been meeting with childcare providers across the city and listening to their concerns and challenges to identify how to best advocate on their behalf. […]
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A city resident expressed concerns over the city’s naturalization pilot project, citing fire safety concerns at the Sept. 5 regular council meeting. Mike Kingsbury said he spoke on behalf of the Cornerstone neighbourhood at the meeting. He said some residents were not aware of the project moving ahead despite city engagement. “What I've heard from […]
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