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Council to move forward in Fortis Alberta franchise fee increase

Council to move forward in Fortis Alberta franchise fee increase

At last Monday’s meeting council voted to increase the fee from 15 per cent to 17 per cent.
Sibling of slain Stoney sisters says 'they are very missed', pair charged in relation to deaths head to trial

Sibling of slain Stoney sisters says 'they are very missed', pair charged in relation to deaths head to trial

"The children, they really miss their moms ... we try and be there for them too, try to comfort and wipe away their tears but they are always going to miss their moms."
Cochrane RCMP asking for help in identifying witnesses

Cochrane RCMP asking for help in identifying witnesses

Cochrane RCMP looking for public's help in identifying three potential witnesses.
Cobras fend off weather and Chargers for fifth consecutive RVSA title

Cobras fend off weather and Chargers for fifth consecutive RVSA title

"The sixth straight title is definitely something that means something to not only our program, but the players as well. At the end of the day, we can't be bothered by the pressure. We need to keep playing our game and hopefully we like the outcome."
Town council reviews proposed draft budget

Town council reviews proposed draft budget

At the meeting council said because of Cochrane’s slowdown in growth, there has been less anticipated revenue in taxation.
2019 Wilderness, Wildlife and Human Interaction symposium coming up

2019 Wilderness, Wildlife and Human Interaction symposium coming up

The fourth annual Wilderness, Wildlife and Human Interaction Symposium is ready to educate participants at the Cochrane RancheHouse on Saturday, November 2.
Council to amend line of credit request to $500K reserve fund for Spray Lake Sawmills Family Recreation Park Society

Council to amend line of credit request to $500K reserve fund for Spray Lake Sawmills Family Recreation Park Society

The money is intended to assist with emergent capital and programming issues at both Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre (SLSFSC) and the Cochrane Arena.
Cobras soccer wins Divisional title in thrilling victory over Springbank

Cobras soccer wins Divisional title in thrilling victory over Springbank

The Cochrane Cobras took home the RVSA divisional banner after a very hard-fought 2-1 victory over Springbank.
Artisan thankful for welcome distraction

Artisan thankful for welcome distraction

Artisan Ralph Giebelhaus poses beside one of his unique and whimsical bird houses at the Bearspaw Fall and Christmas Market on Sunday. The three-day market opened their doors - for the 37th time - on Friday evening until Sunday evening.
People's Party of Canada, Nadine Wellwood talks election

People's Party of Canada, Nadine Wellwood talks election

"Omission of fact is just as hurtful if not more hurtful or harmful as far as allowing people to make informed decisions."
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