Cochrane News

Route 22 celebrates five years and holds official gallery grand opening

The Route 22 Artist Collective held its five year anniversary and official grand opening of its gallery in downtown Cochrane on June 14.

Jun 15, 2025 1:15 AM Read more >

Hearts in Motion finale hits $43,000 total for Brielle Thomson

The Cochrane community rallied to raise $43,000 for young Brielle Thomson and her family. The Hearts in Motion fundraising campaign lasted about six weeks and featured numerous community-wide fundraising efforts.

Jun 14, 2025 5:49 PM Read more >

Letter to the Editor: Concerns and questions over River Avenue bridge closure

A town intending to permanently close a bridge within its jurisdiction must follow a structured legal process, as bridges are considered part of the municipal road network.

Jun 14, 2025 3:32 PM Read more >

RCMP Musical Ride saddles up to tour across Alberta this summer

The RCMP Musical Ride will be in Rocky View County on Aug. 9 and 10 at Century Downs Racetrack and Casino.

Jun 13, 2025 4:10 PM Read more >

Cochrane woman wins $100,000 on LOTTO 6/49 EXTRA

Mahara Delain matched the last six digits — 2747755 — in the May 10 EXTRA draw, securing a $100,000 prize.

Jun 13, 2025 2:30 PM Read more >

Town and user groups plot new path for SLS Centre as YMCA withdraws

The Town of Cochrane and SLS Centre user groups now plot a new path forward after YMCA Calgary announces decision to withdraw proposal to takeover management of SLS Centre.

Jun 13, 2025 1:40 PM Read more >

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Cochrane region

Thunderstorms are developing over the Alberta foothills and will be moving in this afternoon and evening.

Jun 13, 2025 1:22 PM Read more >

Neighbouring resident questions for FrancoSud’s school proposal

Stephens said she and the four other homeowners oppose the current plan, partly due to fears of future expansion.

Jun 13, 2025 1:15 PM Read more >

New mural brightens Cochrane Health Centre's waiting room

Cochrane and Area Health Foundation (CAHF) ommissioned muralist Isabel Landry to complete a mural in the addictions and mental health wing of the health centre.

Jun 13, 2025 12:00 PM Read more >

Breaking: YMCA withdraw request to manage SLS Centre

YMCA Calgary announced today that it has withdrawn its proposal to manage Cochrane's SLS Centre.

Jun 13, 2025 11:42 AM Read more >