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Police payment freeze welcomed — but then what?

Police payment freeze welcomed — but then what?

Kara Westerlund, Rural Municipalities of Alberta president, welcomes a payment hike freeze for RCMP services in rural municipalities. But the organization sees no clear, effective and affordable path forward for policing RMA’s 69 counties and municipal districts.
Cochrane Ringette tournament kicks off this weekend

Cochrane Ringette tournament kicks off this weekend

Ringette deserves the attention hockey gets, say tournament organizers
'Like a jail': A disability can make rural Alberta unliveable

'Like a jail': A disability can make rural Alberta unliveable

Fifty-nine per cent of Albertans with disabilities reported barriers to accessibility in public spaces, according to Statistics Canada.
Most aircraft exempt from fee increase at Springbank Airport

Most aircraft exempt from fee increase at Springbank Airport

The Calgary Airport Authority announced recently it would be increasing landing fees in Springbank by 3.6 per cent as of February 1, 2025.
Winter Celebration Concert on December 14

Winter Celebration Concert on December 14

The Cochrane Music Society is celebrating the magic of the festive season with heartwarming music on Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Cochrane Alliance Church.
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
Coyotes getting bad rap with public

Coyotes getting bad rap with public

Approximately 200 years of killing coyotes has not worked to reduce conflict with humans. The science shows killing actually can make things worse.
Cochranite donates $2,700 in PC Optimum points to womens' shelter

Cochranite donates $2,700 in PC Optimum points to womens' shelter

Bow Valley Baptist Church presents 'Klaus'

Bow Valley Baptist Church presents 'Klaus'

Bow Valley Baptist Church performed a live-action rendition of the Netflix holiday film Klaus on Dec. 7.
Letter to the Editor: Dismay at Big Hill Lodge site choice

Letter to the Editor: Dismay at Big Hill Lodge site choice

The initial proposal on the site of the old pool on 5th Avenue is the preferred location and we would like to thank those who have written in support.
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