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Copithorne said their international recognition has elevated the status of CL Ranch and helped put Alberta on the Hollywood map on a much bigger scale.

“Our journey over the last 25 years has been filled with wagging tails, contented purrs, and the joy of giving second chances,” Beaton said. “This celebration is not just about us; it's about the power of community and the impact we've made together.”

Businesses and organizations from inside and outside Cochrane are about to have more team-building options available in town, thanks to a new initiative sponsored by Cochrane Tourism.

After plenty of discussion, the board ultimately passed a $318.2 million budget, which will now be submitted to Alberta Education for final approval.

The SDAB decision was formally posted on May 26, and while it is being applauded by many local residents, others predicted it will diminish the trust in RVC’s council policy and future public consultation processes in the Springbank area.

The World Photographic Cup Exhibition will be held in Cochrane from June 6 to 22, with a fundraising event on June 8 where local team members will discuss their work at Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery at 312 Fifth Ave.

“These are really popular trails, and we know Albertans care so much about having opportunities to go out and appreciate nature,” Earl said. “So it is shocking that this type of logging is allowed.”

Mere minutes after making a victory speech on election night May 29, with what looked to be a locked win, the riding’s seat was swept from under the UCP incumbent as advance and mobile votes finished tallying to put NDP candidate Sarah Elmeligi ahead by 199 votes, according to Elections Alberta unofficial results.

“Being involved with a growing transit system sounded interesting,” the driver said. “I never imagined how chaotic it would be. I’ve never seen anything like this before.”