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Sign of the times

February 16, 2023

A signed agreement in summer led to a sign being swung into place this week.On Monday, the Town of Beaverlodge announced that NuVista Energy Ltd. would be granted the naming rights for the recreation centre, which will now be known as the NuVista Energy Centre for at least five years.In addition to the naming rights, […]

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County reeve disappointed with cancellation of methanol plant

February 16, 2023

County of Grande Prairie Reeve Bob Marshall says he is disappointed with the recent announcement of the cancellation of a $4 billion methanol plant. The gas plant promised jobs and economic benefits, but Nauticol Energy Ltd. announced earlier this month it would not be moving forward with the project.“I was really hoping (it) would go ahead,” […]

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Joanne Hotte: Thirty years of head, heart, health and hands

February 16, 2023

Local 4-H beef clubs have been celebrating 30 years of one dedicated member’s service.Joanne Hotte has been involved with the Beaverlodge 4-H Beef Club since 1993, when she stepped up as the club’s leader until 1996.“Our kids started 4-H first in 1992, and then the leader wanted to step down and I got nominated to […]

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Local youth receives provincial acclaim

February 16, 2023

One local youth athlete scored provincial recognition from the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) last month.Seventeen-year-old Spencer Rheaume from Beaverlodge was selected as Inter Pipeline AJHL Rookie of the Week following back-to-back wins that saw the Whitecourt Wolverines taking home victory late last month.Rheaume opened the scoring and forged the path to a 5-3 victory […]

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Storm goalie looks to save more than pucks

February 9, 2023

Grande Prairie Storm goalie Connor Mackenzie is used to blocking pucks but is now opening up with local youth on mental health. The 20-year-old is in his last season of junior hockey and wanted to give back to the community that has supported him for the last two years. More than $20,000 has already been raised […]

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Iva Foster: 1921-2023: A century well lived

February 9, 2023

How do you spend 100 years? If you had 100 years to live, what would you do with that time? How would you make sure it was time well spent?It’s difficult to imagine a better answer than that reflected in the life of local centenarian Iva Foster.Iva, who was small in stature and big in […]

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Beaverlodge due for splash of art this June

February 9, 2023

Four murals and other artistic ambitions are in the plans of the Beaverlodge Mural Foundation for the next year.These include a mural west of Anna’s Pizza by artist Helen Teichroeb, as well as murals created by the Beaverlodge Art Club, the Beaverlodge Regional High School art class, and award-winning artist Suzanne Sandboe.The mural created by […]

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Local youth to kick off in San Antonio

February 9, 2023

Three young Beaverlodge football players are moving forward in their football career.Jake Mickaniuk and Broden Hotte have joined the ranks of the Alberta Selects Football team, while Linden Boschman is currently on the 14U University of Alberta Golden Bears Selects.Left to right, Broden Hotte,Jake Mickaniuk, and  Linden Boschman. (Photos Supplied)Jake and Linden will be representing […]

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County program shows volunteers appreciation

February 9, 2023

A new volunteer appreciation program has been launched by the County of Grande Prairie, giving residents another opportunity to show gratitude.Starting Feb. 1, individual volunteers, groups, or organizations can be nominated through the It Takes a Volunteer initiative.Nominees will receive a recognition package from the county, including a gift certificate as well as a coffee […]

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YAC prepares for next year with more advocacy plans

February 8, 2023

The Grande Prairie Youth Advisory Council is back this year with a lineup of some familiar and some new faces. The council hopes to share youth perspectives with city council, committees, and community agencies.“One of our main priorities this year is really trying to step up into that advisory role,” said Grace Larson, chair of the […]

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