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Work began in early January to repair the Highway 8 bridge over the Elbow River that was damaged by last June’s flooding disaster.

While brides-to-be may be letting their hair down on the eve before the wedding, most will be putting it up on the big day.

The firefighters at Cochrane Fire Services are concerned for public safety after noticing changes to the calls the department is being dispatched to attend.

The premier band of 2014 for the remainder of the Bragg Creek Performing Arts (BCPA) season will be eclectic folk-roots four-piece, the Wilderness of Manitoba. The Toronto-based ensemble will be showcasing their ethereal, percussive sounds this Feb.

Midwifery. It’s the fastest growing medical profession in the province of Alberta, according to the Alberta Association of Midwives. And now Cochrane midwives will have a space to call home with the Jan.

From Calgary to South Africa in 30 hours. Just a day at work for Cochrane firefighter and paramedic Jared Wallace. Wallace was half of a duo of paramedics that accompanied Jolene Titus and her family to Cape Town, South Africa.

A resident of the Riverview community contacted the Cochrane Eagle after receiving a fraudulent phone message last week. The resident, who wished to remain anonymous, described the automated message as professional.

When it comes to wedding rings, images of diamonds and platinum come to mind. But it’s not all about the engagement ring. For the groom, the wedding band may be more about practicality than striking an impressive vision.

Ten children will be granted their wishes thanks to the fundraising efforts of the sixth annual Kimmett Cup. Running Jan. 17 and 18, the yearly shinny tournament reached the goal of raising $100,000 for the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada. The aim was to benefit 10 children who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.

For professional comedian Gabriel Rutledge it was touch-and-go for a number of years whether giving up pizza delivery was the right choice.