Cochrane News

Rocky View County downgrades fire ban to fire advisory

"This advisory represents a moderate fire risk and will remain in effect as long as conditions remain," stated a press release from the County this morning.

Sep 20, 2022 9:17 AM Read more >

BGC Cochrane and Area celebrates 30 years with 1990s-themed birthday bash

Jill Bilodeau, the executive director of BGC Cochrane and Area, said the club’s 30-year milestone is important to acknowledge and celebrate.

Sep 20, 2022 7:00 AM Read more >

Two Cochrane volunteers receive Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Award

The two Cochrane winners of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Award pins awarded on Sunday were Paul Singh and Jag Thind – and neither of them knew when they walked up on stage that they were about to receive the honour.

Sep 19, 2022 4:13 PM Read more >

Tom Jackson to receive Community Builder Award in Cochrane next month

The actor, musician, and philanthropist's career is so long and laden with achievements that his website probably says it best – “Heck, he could be a pub night trivia category all by himself.”

Sep 19, 2022 2:30 PM Read more >

RVC council sends road licensing bylaw back to drawing board

More amendments will be forthcoming for RVC's roads licensing bylaw after backlash from residents

Sep 19, 2022 12:00 PM Read more >

Cochrane Generals fall 6-4 to Okotoks in HJHL season-opener, rebound with win over Strathmore

Cochrane followed up the loss to Okotoks with an 11-4 win over the Strathmore Wheatland Kings the following day. The Generals will play their home-opener Saturday, Sept. 24 against the High River Flyers. Puck drop is slated for 7:30 p.m. at the Cochrane Arena.

Sep 19, 2022 9:53 AM Read more >

Monumental Tournament of Aces Fundraiser adds carnival-style twist to annual Cochrane golf tournament

The 15th Monumental Tournament of Aces provides a unique twist on traditional golf tournaments while raising money to support groups in Cochrane.

Sep 18, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >

Coffee with Warren: Queen Elizabeth II, icon of oneness

The late Queen Elizabeth II has left us a truly inspiring legacy of wisdom so needful for our day – and indeed, right here in Cochrane.

Sep 17, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >

Letter: RIP, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Dear editor, London Bridge is down. It was with painful remorse last week that we learned of the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. There is no individual, past nor present, whom I have admired and looked up to more.

Sep 17, 2022 7:00 AM Read more >

Terry Fox Run coming to Cochrane tri-schools site next week

Students, teacher, parents, and members of the Cochrane community will assemble at the tri-school site for a Terry Fox Run to honour his memory and raise funds for cancer research.

Sep 16, 2022 4:00 PM Read more >