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The Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre is in the middle of its annual Physical Literacy Challenge and is looking for more participants.

Cochrane resident Jenna Dillon and her son, Seamus, are raising money for cystic fibrosis throughout the month of May, which is Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month.

Doors Open Cochrane is taking place May 13 and 14. This free event allows residents access to businesses to receive behind-the-scenes tours.

The Government of Alberta announced a province-wide fire ban and additional measures to reduce fire risks last week. After the wildfires tore across northern Alberta, the government placed a provincial wide fire ban last Thursday.

Seven-year-old Lathaniel Rivoire knows a lot about compassion. Since the time he was born his mom, Raelle, said the little boy has been plagued with medical problems that have meant regular hospital visits and four major surgeries.

Cochrane’s 100 Women Who Care started its second year at its meeting on Tuesday. The fundraising concept started in the United States with the idea to bring together 100 women to donate $100 each to a local charity.

A brother and sister duo have hit the streets in Cochrane selling decals to raise money for Red Cross for the wildfire evacuees.

Cochrane businesses and residents are stepping up to help the city Fort McMurray, after a wildfire sparked an evacuation of the community. Last Tuesday at 6:20 p.m.

Start your hog for a good cause this Friday. Bikers are invited to bring their motorcycles out this Friday the 13th to raise awareness for organ donation.

A two-vehicle collision halted traffic on Springbank Road earlier this evening. Cochrane RCMP and emergency services responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Springbank Road and Range Road 31 at approximately 6 p.m. on Monday.