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Baby can't wait - mother delivers at home

Baby can't wait - mother delivers at home

One morning, in the very early hours, Gina Christakos awoke to the sound of a pop. It was the day before New Year’s Eve and the soon-to-be mother knew what was happening – her water was breaking.
Councillors look to lower residential density targets

Councillors look to lower residential density targets

Couns. Morgan Nagel and Alex Reed are looking to reduce residential density targets. The pair will be jointly presenting a motion at the next council meeting on Jan.
Over The Moon to rock Bragg Creek

Over The Moon to rock Bragg Creek

Bragg Creek Performing Arts is kicking off its 2018 Spring Season with Over The Moon, who will be performing on Feb. 10 at the Redwood House in Bragg Creek.
Quiet end of year for RCMP

Quiet end of year for RCMP

The Cochrane RCMP had a quiet night on Dec. 31. “New Year’s Eve was actually pretty smooth – the extreme weather probably helped out a lot.
Activettes prepare to celebrate 40 years of service

Activettes prepare to celebrate 40 years of service

When Betty Goodsell attended the first Cochrane Activettes meeting in 1978, it was – though unknown to her at the time – the start of a four-decade and counting legacy in town. “I remember it like it was yesterday,” she said while chuckling.
East Enders look for zoning changes in face of proposed development

East Enders look for zoning changes in face of proposed development

East Enders looking to have their voices heard about the future of their community are encouraged to attend a public hearing session next week.
Finish the Race Attitude: Make it Work for you in 2018

Finish the Race Attitude: Make it Work for you in 2018

So what is a “Finish the race attitude?” Well, attitude is defined as “A way of feeling or acting toward a person, thing or situation” and “finish the race,” is getting things done! In this article, I want to talk about the three steps to having a “f
Cochrane mothers say community needs its own birthing options

Cochrane mothers say community needs its own birthing options

The birth of Cochranite Steph O’Gara’s first child was a five-day ordeal involving more than $200 in hotel fees, hospital transfers and long drives on the highway in winter conditions.
Cochrane might consider regulations for Airbnb rentals

Cochrane might consider regulations for Airbnb rentals

As the cost of living and travelling continue to climb in the Calgary region, many homeowners and travellers alike are looking to alternatives to offset their expenses.
Redwood Meadows residents pushing for faster internet

Redwood Meadows residents pushing for faster internet

The Redwood Meadows community has succeeded in a preliminary step towards fibre optic internet.
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