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Alberta doctors 'trepidatious' about changes to already fragile health-care system

Alberta doctors 'trepidatious' about changes to already fragile health-care system

CALGARY — The new president of the Alberta Medical Association says doctors are apprehensive about expected changes to the province's health-care delivery system as they deal with ongoing pressures in clinics and hospitals.
Cochrane Light Up looking for volunteers

Cochrane Light Up looking for volunteers

As Halloween gives way to the Christmas season, the call for volunteers to support some cherished Cochrane traditions is ramping up.
Alberta proposes changes to Public Health Act after COVID court ruling

Alberta proposes changes to Public Health Act after COVID court ruling

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is proposing changes to the Public Health Act to allow politicians to make final decisions in public health emergencies.
ROAD REPORT: Cochrane and commuter road conditions and traffic cameras

ROAD REPORT: Cochrane and commuter road conditions and traffic cameras

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
Library announces new 2024-2026 Plan of Service

Library announces new 2024-2026 Plan of Service

The Cochrane Public Library announced they are embarking on a new and improved 2024-2026 Plan of Service
RCMP searching for owner of horse found west of Cochrane

RCMP searching for owner of horse found west of Cochrane

RCMP looking for owner of black mare found west of Cochrane.
Town issues update on wastewater leak Nov. 2 - pathways opened.

Town issues update on wastewater leak Nov. 2 - pathways opened.

The Town of Cochrane issued the following update on the wastewater spill incident at noon, Nov.
Pumpkin drop-off at Cochrane Ecological Institute

Pumpkin drop-off at Cochrane Ecological Institute

Cochranites are being asked to drop off their Jack-o'-lanterns at the Cochrane Ecological Institute just northwest of town.
Cochrane Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosts Poppy Tea-Bake Sale on Nov. 4

Cochrane Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosts Poppy Tea-Bake Sale on Nov. 4

“People in previous years seem to show up and enjoy visiting people that they maybe usually don’t see,” she said. “And we don’t limit the time from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and we certainly look forward to doing it and having people arrive and support us.”
Health care staffing shortages causing "desperation" in rural communities

Health care staffing shortages causing "desperation" in rural communities

This month, the province has made two announcements that could lead to some easing of staffing issues in rural Alberta.
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