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Cochranites came out to the Cenotaph this morning for the town's annual Remembrance Day ceremony.

The Bragg Creek Trading Post, established in 1932 and located in the same historic spot it was originally built more than 90 years ago, has been providing its patrons with genuine native crafts, clothing, and goods since its founding nine decades ago.

Bella Geremia, an 18-year-old student-athlete from Springbank and a 2022 graduate of the Edge School for Athletes, recently wrapped up what was a successful, drama-filled first season on the Thompson Rivers University (TRU) women's soccer team. 

RVS has reacquired the building that used to house Holy Spirit Catholic School, with plans to spend $1.8 million on renovations this year to make the building suitable for students once again.

Town council cut the ribbon at The Station at Cochrane Crossing Nov. 8. The facility will officially open to the public on Nov. 14.

“They represent extended years of service and commitment,” Cochrane Fire Services senior fire fighter and award recipient, Joe Zelmer, said. “They are important because it helps us recognize those of us who have been there repeatedly in times of need.”

Bolduc said there are knock-on effects that come along with having his furry friends nearby. He feels the results show that people need to learn to better coexist with beavers.

An event by the Wafinders Wellness Society with Spray Lakes Family Sports Centre invited locals to participate in the fourth annual Sweat for a Vet exercise event on Nov. 9.