Beaverlodge News Archive

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, […]

The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre is hosting its Youth Leadership Summit, focusing on Storytelling for Social Impact. The summit will be available to youth aged 14-24 in the Grande Prairie region.  "Storytelling is a universal language that can bridge gaps, raise awareness, and ignite a passion for meaningful change,” said Cara Jones, Grande Prairie Friendship […]

This week marked the first of new mental therapy supports for youth hosted in Beaverlodge.Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Beaverlodge and Hythe Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) partnered to offer child and youth mental health therapy to residents of Beaverlodge and the surrounding communities commenced Sept. 12.The service is targeted to youths from five […]

The Italian Campaign during the Second World War happened 80 years ago, and this past weekend 55 regional soldiers who were killed in the battles during the liberation of Italy were honoured.  The Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre hosted a ceremony on Saturday honouring all who fought and died in the Italian campaign, including […]

The search continues in Beaverlodge for a new peace officer, but work continues to ensure that bylaw enforcement continues in the community.In August, Bradley Thibeault left the town’s full time employment for a new job in central Alberta after stepping into the role in November of last year.The prospective candidate will be the third peace […]

It pays to be squared at the Centre for Creative Arts (CFCA). This year is the gallery’s 10th year of Art Squared, its annual silent auction fundraiser, where artists across the Peace region donate their square 16x16 creations. “We’ve got pieces by so many great artists,” said Kiren Niki Sangra, CFCA curator. Kiren Niki Sangra, curator, sets up […]

The City of Grande Prairie and the County of Grande Prairie are applying for grants that will expand wildfire safety strategies. The city is applying for two grants, and the county is applying for one, through the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA). “One of those grants will be for vegetation management to clean […]

Football, hockey and other sports across the Grande Prairie region are looking for referees. “If you are an ex-player or new to the sport, we could use you,” said Glen Ryan, a football referee.He says anyone with a passion for sport or willingness to help can be a referee.“It's a team thing, too; it's not like […]

Over the past weekend Town & Country photographers were busy taking pictures at the Fall fairs around the South Peace. Clairmont The Clairmont Agricultural Society hosted the Clairmont Fall Fair on Saturday. Visitors could come down to enjoy an open air community market and a fall exhibition at the Clairmont Community Centre, along with children’s […]

Town & Country News reporters covered many stories and events over the past month. Here is a collection some of their favourite photos over the past month. Bear Creek Folk Festival Around the South Peace Fall Fairs Animals!