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At the time of the news release, the Government of Alberta stated the Time of Day angling restrictions will be in place for a minimum of two weeks.

TC Energy’s donation of a drone to Cochrane Search and Rescue will be an important addition to the toolbox that local volunteers will use to find lost souls and possibly save lives.

According to the 2023 Alberta Summer Games’ athlete database, 62 athletes competing in this year’s games called Cochrane their hometown.

“I think it really shows that our board members and volunteers are always keeping the CISC In their heart and mind, and always think about how we can help the community, how we can help newcomers, and also help local businesses,” Kindree said.

Gord Davies, past president of the Cochrane Historical & Archival Preservation Society will be hosting an event entitled History Isn’t Always Written by People at the Cochrane Historical Museum Aug. 3 from 9:30 to 11 am.

A hot and sunny, festivity-filled day could be found at Bragg Creek Days on July 22, featuring a parade, pie-eating contest, and live music performances headlined by Cochrane country star George Fox.

“They just keep putting the work in and the results are showing on the pitch. You can’t really ask for anything more than that.”

‘We’re thrilled to partner with the amazing team at SLS Centre,” Consul said. “They have always been such a great family venue for all ages and Ocgrow plans to significantly give back to our fabulous Cochrane community through several exciting events together at Greystone.”

Cochranites missing the fair this year will still be able to see Canada’s top 25 bull riders hanging on for dear life in hopes of taking home the trophy buckle and $10,000 first-place money on July 29 at the Ag Society grounds.

To date, the County and local developers have committed $24 million toward the total cost of design and construction of the overpass upgrade.