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Rocky View Council approves final draft of County Plan

Rocky View Council approves final draft of County Plan

The long-awaited County Plan was given the stamp of approval by Rocky View County (RVC) council Oct. 1, but not without several changes. “It was a long process and it feels pretty good to see it through.
Book sale to support shelter's animals

Book sale to support shelter's animals

Next weekend, drop by the Cochrane and Area Humane Society for their annual Fall Book Sale. With hundreds of books to choose from, and furry critters to check out, the event serves as a fundraiser for the local shelter.
Jacket Racket on the search for lightly-worn winter wear

Jacket Racket on the search for lightly-worn winter wear

It’s October, and there’s no denying — no matter how hard you try — that frigid temperatures are just around the corner.
Woman dead following rollover west of Morley on Hwy 1A, Oct. 6

Woman dead following rollover west of Morley on Hwy 1A, Oct. 6

A woman is dead following a single vehicle rollover on Highway 1A, just west of Morley, Oct. 6. Both Cochrane RCMP and Nakoda EMS responded to the scene, which occurred at about 8 a.m.
[Hill & Janelle up next on Folk Club bill

[Hill & Janelle up next on Folk Club bill

There’s nothing unusual about a ukulele or a cello. Unless, of course, the two instruments alone work together to back up nothing but the vocals of James Hill and Anne Janelle.
Upgrades to Mitford pond begin

Upgrades to Mitford pond begin

The revamp of Mitford pond has started, with the benches and pergola roof expected to be in place and ready for use this skating season.
County forum asks tough questions

County forum asks tough questions

Rocky View County (RVC) election candidates were in the hot seat Oct. 2 as they informed residents where they stand on heated county issues such as debt, emergency services, affects of development, agriculture and seniors services.
Former councillor vying to regain seat

Former councillor vying to regain seat

It has been difficult for Mary Lou Davis to let go of the myriad of issues facing Cochrane during the last six years following her reign as a town councillor from 2004-07, which is why she has decided to toss her hat back into the political arena.
Div. 9 forum addresses resident's development frets

Div. 9 forum addresses resident's development frets

Development within Rocky View County (RVC) was one of the topics heating up Dartique Hall Oct. 8, as the three Division 9 candidates took the stage for an informal forum.
Rocky View Schools finds its new superintendent

Rocky View Schools finds its new superintendent

Rocky View Schools’ Board of Trustees has announced Don Hoium as its incoming superintendent of schools. Currently, Hoium is the executive director of the Saskatchewan league of educational administrators, directors and superintendents.
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