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Light snow, a gusty wind and freezing rain were all wreaking havoc on Manitoba highways once again last night, especially in areas northwest of Portage. An accident was reported on social media near Macdonald on Highway 16, closing the highway from around 6:30 p.m. until 10:45 p.m. Traffic was reportedly at a standstill between Westbourne and Macdonald.

Most roads inside the city of Portage la Prairie are slick as well with the new fallen snow.

The new Estevan city council sat down for their first meeting on Monday night, with both old and new faces among those on the council.

Returning councillors Kirsten Walliser and Shelley Veroba returned to the council, joined by new councillors Brian Johnson, Dave Elliot, Matthew Dubowski, and Tom Mauss. Former councillor Anthony Sernick presided over the council as mayor.

The Alberta government announced new changes to its auto insurance system that will take place over the next two years.

Strathmore drivers may be able to cash in on savings as the plan is called the Care-First system and a new website has been launched to help residents navigate the changes and benefits.

According to the province, the program will help with better medical and faster income support benefits.

The benefits will last through the recovery period when Albertans are injured in collisions.

Traffic will look a little different starting Tuesday morning, November 26, in Steinbach.

The City of Steinbach informs that traffic management will change as follows along Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 12 and Loewen Boulevard.

The service road along PTH 12, Loewen Boulevard from PTH 12 to the west side of the driveway of 21 Loewen Boulevard (Penner Int.), and a portion of eastbound Millwork Drive approaching the service road/PTH 12 will be closed.

The new Mountview Health Complex will provide 24-7 urgent care services to Beaverlodge and surrounding communities.

Through Budget 2024, Alberta’s government is investing $25.2 million to replace the 68-year-old Beaverlodge Health Centre with a state-of-the-art facility. The new Mountview Health Complex will not only feature a 24-7 urgent care centre but also enhance access to a range of health services for residents.

The ranks of the Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS) continue to grow with the graduation of its second Experienced Officer Program. A ceremony was held the morning of November 25, 2024, at the Teresa Sargent Hall in front of a crowd of dignitaries, colleagues, and family.

The City of Grande Prairie is spreading holiday cheer for registered Grande Prairie Accessible Transit (GPAT) riders this December through a special seasonal initiative.

Registered GPAT customers can enjoy free round-trip rides to the Northern Spirit Lights Show at Evergreen Park on December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22. Each trip includes a drive through the spectacular light displays followed by a route around town showcasing some of the most beautifully decorated houses, starting at 6 p.m. on the selected evenings.

County of Grande Prairie snow removal crews will begin residential snow removal in the Hamlet of Clairmont on November 25th.

When the digital “No Parking” signs along streets are visible, temporary parking restrictions are in place and street parking is not permitted between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to ensure crews can work efficiently. Vehicles left on the street when a parking restriction is in place may be ticketed and/or towed.

Council’s Response Committee on Housing and Emergency Shelter (CRCHES) is actively collaborating with community partners to develop long-term, sustainable solutions to address homelessness in Fort St. John.

A moose has been spotted making her rounds through the community for the last week and may well be on her way west of town.

Spotted last week in Heartland, then Sunset Ridge, and West Valley, photographer Mike Reece has compiled a collection of photographs of her travels from a distance.

This morning, he hit the trail on his fat bike to see if she was still in town and believes she is heading west towards the Stoney Nakoda Nation.