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Travel to the United States took another hit in April with booking agents saying an "elbows up" attitude over the trade war has Canadians pulling back. 

Canadian residents returning by automobile from the U.S. in April fell on a year-over-year basis for the fourth consecutive month, preliminary numbers released by Statistics Canada showed Monday. The 1.2 million trips represented a 35.2 per cent drop from the same month in 2024 and 45.1 per cent lower than April 2019, before the pandemic.

While the recent federal election turned into a tight race between the Liberals and Conservatives that left other parties trailing far behind, a new poll suggests most Canadians don't want the country end up with a two-party system.

The poll of over 1,600 Canadians, conducted by Leger Marketing for the Association for Canadian Studies between May 1 and 3, suggests only 21 per cent of Canadians think the country would be better off with a system where two parties dominate the political landscape.

Proverbs 10:12

"I accept you as you are."

"I believe you are valuable."

"I care when you hurt."

"I desire only what is best for you."

"I erase all offenses."

We could call that the ABCs of love. And I don't know of anybody who would turn his back on such magnetic, encouraging statements. 

There is nothing shallow about authentic love. Nor is it a magic wand we whip out and wave over a problem with a whoosh, hoping all the pain will go away. 

Construction on Township Road 732, between Highway 2 and Range Road 53, is set to start Thursday, May 15, 2025.

The project is expected to be completed at the end of May, weather dependent.  

Grande Prairie RCMP Special Investigative Unit (SIU) have laid charges against two Grande Prairie men following an investigation into allegations of sexual assaults that occurred between August 2024 and December 2024.

On May 5, 2025, Grande Prairie RCMP received a report of sexual offences against a youth that allegedly took place between August and December 2024. The Grande Prairie RCMP SIU initiated an investigation into the allegations with assistance from the Grande Prairie Caribou Centre.

The County of Grande Prairie is gearing up for another exciting camping season, with campgrounds officially opening on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Whether you're looking to spend a relaxing weekend by the lake, explore nature trails, or gather around a campfire with family and friends, the County's campgrounds offer a variety of outdoor experiences. 

On May 8, Grande Prairie celebrated McHappy Day with great enthusiasm and generosity.

The community came together to support local charities, including My Luv Pak, the Grande Prairie Firefighter's Charitable Foundation, and Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Alberta.

On May 11, 2025, at 10:24 p.m., Fairview RCMP responded to a report of a 2-year-old missing from a rural residence in Clear Hills County, Alta. Fairview RCMP alerted the RCMP Real Time Operation Center (RTOC) and called in multiple partners and volunteers to assist in the search. Grande Prairie RCMP Police Dog Services, British Colombia RCMP Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) members, Worsley Fire Department, Grande Prairie Technical Search & Rescue and over 100 community volunteers answered the call for help.

The dream to continue to save souls and sing to the bound and broken will continue for another night for American Idol contestant, Breanna Nix. 

The singer, who is unafraid to put God front and centre on a national stage, made it into the top 5 on Sunday evening.

Bonanza School is extending a heartfelt thank you to Storm Development Corp. for its recent $30,000 donation to the school.

Incoming Bonanza School Principal Mrs. Nikita Young says the donation was a wonderful surprise. “When Storm Development Corp. asked what we needed for our school we shared a few ideas but never expected such a large donation.”