Local News

A financial impact analysis of the Gardner Ranch project proposed in Springbank suggests the development may have a positive influence on the area and on Rocky View County (RVC) as a whole.

Cycling often takes on a local angle, riders come from Calgary, park in Cochrane and ride a route, but not so for one cyclist riding down Alberta Highway 567, otherwise known at Big Hill Springs Road.

Why art? Why beading? I sat with Cameron Kootenay and Eli Snow in Tim Hortons with coffees in hand. Kootenay, of the Navajo tribe of New Mexico and the Nakoda tribe in Morley, is a beader and one of the rare silversmiths living in Morley.

It’s been five years since Chris Ball filmed himself hopping on a freight train, among other stunts, drawing the outrage of law enforcement, concerned parents and even an invitation to speak on Dr. Phil.

When the Alberta New Democratic Party (NDP) earned a majority government victory in the May 5 provincial election, it was a dream come true for Eric Musekamp and his wife, Darlene Dunlop.

Cochrane council approved a pilot project June 22, which will bring temporary washrooms to the downtown area. The project will see temporary washrooms placed at the 4th Avenue road closure at a cost of $15,500 from June to September.

On the surface, a pond may seem devoid of life, but Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park staff are aiming to teach the public that they are anything but.

A woman in her early 30s from nearby Morley is dead following a single vehicle rollover that took place around 5:45 a.m. on Hwy 1A, near Branch Road on the Stoney Nation June 23.

Canada’s largest gay rodeo is happening this weekend near Strathmore and organizers hope visitors from throughout the region, including Cochrane, enjoy the party but keep the bullriding and calf roping in mind as well.

Best new restaurant: Original Joe's, My Greek Plate, Tim's Gourmet Pizza Best liquor selection: Original Joe's, Ducks on the Roof, (tie) BullHorn and Happy Liquor Best bar/club to meet the future Mr. or Mrs.