Local News

Cluck Cluck Cochrane. Following the decision by Okotoks town council last week to draft its urban hen pilot project into policy, some Cochrane residents are getting ready to get their ducks, or chickens rather, in a row.

While there has been a tremendous outpouring of support for the Calgary Veteran’s Food Bank leading up to Remembrance Day, the Cochrane Activettes wants Cochranites to know their local food bank also helps the cause.

The Alberta Wide Rally, a peaceful protest against the NDP carbon tax held at 12 locations last Saturday, reported a province-wide turnout upwards of 9,000 Albertans.

Families will be bundled up for another season thanks to Cochrane’s Family & Community Support Services (FCSS). The annual Jacket Racket was a “great success” according to organizers.

The Town of Cochrane is hosting the fifth annual Go Girl and Go Bro next weekend. Organizers are inviting youth out for a day of keynote speakers and a variety of activities and workshops.

A fatal accident shut down the Trans Canada highway for five hours yesterday morning.

Cochrane High alumnus Daniel Chester is asking the public for help after a cancer diagnosis earlier this year.

Got too much candy on All Hallows’ Eve? The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Family Care program is hosting their second annual Switch Witch, asking families to donate their unwanted treats.

The town is encouraging the public to take part in the grand reopening ceremony for the ClubHouse Activity Centre Nov. 5. The family event will include a tour of the renovated facility, activities and treats at the firepit.

What began as one woman’s personal contribution to veterans in need has transformed into a community initiative.