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71-year-old woman dead after serious collision on Hwy 22

71-year-old woman dead after serious collision on Hwy 22

An elderly woman has died and another three people have been taken to hospital after a serious two-vehicle collision north of Cochrane on Oct. 5.
Province confirms capital funding for intersection upgrade

Province confirms capital funding for intersection upgrade

The Town of Cochrane has received confirmation from Brian Mason, minister of transportation, that the interchange project at highways 1A/22 will be fully funded in the spring 2019 and that shovels will hit the ground by this time next year.
Dog hit by Southland bus

Dog hit by Southland bus

Pet owners got a sad awakening to keep their dogs contained near busy roadways last week but the incident has some questioning the company's policies. On Sept.
Outhouse Races breaks record, pays homage to founder

Outhouse Races breaks record, pays homage to founder

The Outhouse Races drew a brave crowd on the cold morning of Sept. 29, raising a record-breaking $26,000 for the fully inclusive and accessible playground at Centennial Park (the red park) in the East End of town.
Why October is the time to celebrate women and girls

Why October is the time to celebrate women and girls

I am always noting the different celebrations taking place nationally and internationally, so I was interested to learn on the Government of Canada website, that October is Women’s History Month in Canada.
Heartland resident looking to open grocery store

Heartland resident looking to open grocery store

Heritage Hills and Heartland residents might soon not need to get in their cars to pick up some staple grocery items.
Weed control causes concern in Bragg Creek

Weed control causes concern in Bragg Creek

The head of Greater Bragg Creek Trails Association (GBCTA) is acknowledging there needs to be a better way to deal with pesky weeds.
Morley haunted house celebrates 20th anniversary

Morley haunted house celebrates 20th anniversary

An old, vacant farmhouse, rumoured to have been the site of paranormal activity for decades, will welcome the public to 19 days of scares.
Chiniki threatens to sue Stoney Nakoda First Nation resident for social media comments

Chiniki threatens to sue Stoney Nakoda First Nation resident for social media comments

The Chiniki Band – part of Stoney Nakoda First Nation – is warning Nakoda members not to voice their opinions on social media – or be sued. On Sept.
Cochrane Scouts climbing charts with popcorn sales

Cochrane Scouts climbing charts with popcorn sales

One of the best in the West. It's a title the Cochrane Scouts are not taking lightly. With hundreds of Scouts organizations across Canada, the Cochrane kids are ringing in 17th in the country for popcorn sales.
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