Cochrane News

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 >

Cochrane sculptor receives Alberta Order of Excellence

Cochrane’s most famous sculptor has been awarded province’s highest honour

Oct 18, 2024 11:05 AM Read more >

The CPKC 2024 Holiday Train to stop in Cochrane Dec. 15.

This coming holiday season, the CPKC 2024 Holiday Train will be making a stop in Cochrane on Dec. 15.

Oct 18, 2024 10:16 AM Read more >