Local News

What's happening in Cochrane this week: Mitford Pond has been stocked with trout for the season, construction is underway on the Highway 1A improvement project, and the Cochrane and Area Humane Society is seeking donations for its Summer Book Sale.

Cochrane's Jacob Mate has been selected by the Calgary Booster Club as the recipient of the Outstanding Male Athlete of the Year, and has won the prestigious John Mayell Memorial Award for his efforts in athletics and support of the community.

COCHRANE— Alberta Health Services has issued a warning about a toxic blue-green algae bloom in Cochrane Lake. Residents living near the shore and visitors to the lake are being advised to take precautions while the advisory is in place.

“A number of those metals and trace elements were well in excess of the criteria for maximum acceptable concentrations to protect human and aquatic health."

After more than a year of trials, tribulations and separation it appears the community will once again be able to connect in person starting on Thursday (July 1).

“Because the numbers were growing so quickly over the weekend … We made a decision for everyone to go online for both the safety of the students and staff."

“It allows people to get a flavour of our history and past. We can showcase it."

COCHRANE— Ready to bust out of the chute in September, The Cochrane Lions Club is planning a Labour Day long weekend rodeo to “Reboot Your Western Spirit” and bring the community together.

“There’s a structure there that allows us as a Chamber of Commerce to connect even more with the community, connect with different elements of the community and have a good relationship with the Town of Cochrane."

Bragg Creek Barber Co. opened to the public on June 1 in the main plaza on Balsam Avenue in Bragg Creek. The barbershop is located in a white building in between local MLA Miranda Rosin’s constituency office and Mountain Bistro Pizza.