Local News

With election signs and posters plastering communities across Canada, a University of Calgary PhD student is conducting research in Cochrane and across Alberta to figure out how Albertans make sense of political imagery promoting voting.

Local youth will be partaking in a student vote Oct. 13 at Westbrook School, casting their ballot for who they believe should be Banff-Airdrie’s MP.

Cochranite Susanne McArthur placed first for female runners at Melissa's Road Race a couple of weeks ago in Banff, despite, she said, what the website tells you.

Two weeks into the e-waste recycling challenge and Holy Spirit Catholic School has already received and recycled two pallets full of electronics.

Alberta winters can be harsh; running during the chilly season is even harsher. But if you don’t want to hibernate, and want to gain some mileage, 5 Peaks Adventures Ltd.

Wordfest is sponsoring three authors to visit schools in Morley Oct. 15. “The feedback is tremendous,” said Sandra Paire, manager of the youth program for Wordfest.

On Oct. 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AIWC) will hold its ‘Talk and Tour’ where 30 members will get a chance to get up close and personal with the institute and its furry and feathered patients.

Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation (GRPF) organizers are asking people to vote to help the foundation win a grant.

The Christmas spirit is starting early with the Santa Claus Parade announcing its official date to be Saturday, Dec. 12. The Santa Claus committee is now accepting float entries with forms available at cochranesantaclaus.ca.

The Town of Cochrane is proposing several revisions to its animal bylaw to promote responsible pet ownership. The idea for revision came after local peace officers suggested a need for enhancement of the bylaw.