Cochrane News

Cochrane Fire Services takes part in joint operation to seek out missing persons along Bow

3,572 people have been reported missing in Calgary region this year. Approximately 0.17 per cent remain unaccounted for.

Oct 20, 2024 12:24 PM Read more >

Man charged with stabbing Calgary Transit Peace Officer

It is believed that two Calgary peace officers approached a man who was observed to be consuming alcohol in a bus shelter, when the man produced a knife.

Oct 20, 2024 12:06 PM Read more >

A handshake means something in Alberta

Glenbow Ranch continues to build now that Glenbow East dilemma is behind it.

Oct 20, 2024 10:30 AM Read more >

Eighteen young Albertans died while receiving intervention services since April. Sixteen were Indigenous.

Indigenous children are 17 times more likely to be removed from their families and put in the child welfare system than non-Indigenous youth in Canada, according to a 2019 Canadian Incidence Study on Reported Child Abuse and Neglect.

Oct 20, 2024 7:45 AM Read more >

2024 Jacket Racket estimated to help around 1,000 locals

It is estimated that the 2024 Jacket Racket event at Cochrane Alliance Church on Oct. 19, supported around 1,000 locals in Cochrane and the surrounding area.

Oct 19, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Letter to the Editor: Appreciating the choice of being able to die on your own terms

I would like to thank Nathene Arthur for her passionate letter regarding medically-assisted death, as it provided me with the impetus to offer a different perspective. Ms.

Oct 19, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Editorial: UCP heading down dark and slippery slope with transgender debate

This is a dark and slippery slope the UCP is heading down if it passes specific resolutions discriminating against one group of Albertans.

Oct 19, 2024 10:10 AM Read more >

Alberta reports record increase of HIV cases

The number of new reported HIV cases jumped 73 per cent in 2023.

Oct 19, 2024 6:45 AM Read more >

Cochrane Generals aiming for the top according to new head coach

With a new head coach leading the Cannex Cochrane Generals, the team is gunning for the top spot in the current season.

Oct 18, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Political parties not coming yet to Alberta municipalities outside of Calgary and Edmonton

Alberta's Bill 20 establishes regulations for municipal political parties, sets limits for campaign contributions, and adds new responsibilities for municipalities.

Oct 18, 2024 12:49 PM Read more >