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Finding the perfect gift for a loved one can be a bit of a challenge when you're a kid, but Cochrane Home Treasures is here to help the little ones with their Christmas lists.

The Stoney Nakoda Nation has identified a need for winter coats and gear this Christmas season. A big need. A call for a staggering 500-700 coats was put out by various Nation service groups, to be given out at the Bearspaw Youth Centre Dec. 4-5.

Haven’t had time to get a head start on that Christmas list? The fifth annual Last Minute Christmas Market is the place to pick up those important holiday essentials, just in time for Christmas.

Local Cochrane musicians are inviting people to join them for an evening of Christmas music. Local musician Martin Russell, along with a group of local performers, will be putting on their annual Merry Christmas Concert at St.

Town of Cochrane officials wish to remind Cochranites to be mindful of their safety responsibilities this winter season.

The holiday season is a time when others invite you into their home, and that is just what the Cochrane and Area Humane Society (CAHS) is doing. The CAHS will be holding its annual Christmas Party Open House Dec. 13 from 12-5 p.m.

For those who are fans of having a real Christmas tree in their home for the Holiday season, Cochrane Canadian Tire is offering a way to purchase one while giving back to the local community.

Martin Parnell, Cochrane’s very own “Marathon Man”, will be creating quite the racquet this month in Fredericton, N.B. Parnell will be playing 24 straight hours of tennis as part of his ongoing Quest for Kids, raising money for Right to Play.

Cochrane’s Bike Bros. had a bit of déjŕ vu last week, when they received some great news about their local shop. For the second year in a row, Bike Bros. was named one of Canada’s best cycling shops by Canadian Cyclist.

Looking to stay more connected with Rocky View Schools (RVS)? Well, now there’s an app for that. The app was released Oct. 30 and, according to RVS, it offers quick and easy access to a wealth of information.