Local News

Town council is moving ahead with the creation of Cochrane's premier dog park, with construction anticipated to begin this summer.

Cochrane dollmakers’ labour of love has become a showcase piece at the Cochrane Historical Museum.

While reviews are mixed on how much influence a controversial Netflix program might have on youth who watch it, students in Cochrane agree it has sparked conversation, even causing a few to ask what resources are available to Cochrane youth.

Ray Robitaille sits humbly as he discusses receiving the Order of Merit about a week ago, or the “old guy award” as he calls it.

The volunteer-run Redwood Meadows Firefighters Association will be dissolving its charitable status over the coming months and looking to create efficiencies by running fundraising efforts directly through the fire department.

Banded Peak students put their sneakers to good use last Friday as the children raised more than $13,000 for the annual Walkathon. “It’s one of our three major fundraisers for the year,” said Trisha Gizen, chair of the school council.

Springbank resident Kim McKylor will be throwing her name in the ring, running against Div. 2 Coun. Jerry Arshinoff in the Rocky View County election this fall, who will be seeking re-election for a second term.

Terrance Haxton, 71, celebrated a birthday and received the Senior of the Year Award all in one week. “I guess that officially validates the fact that I’m a senior,” Haxton said with a laugh over coffee.

Watchdog resident group Rocky View County Gravel Watch is taking considerable issue that council will be revisiting gravel pit applications this summer, ahead of the implementation of an Aggregate Resource Policy (ARP).

Doors will be flung open this weekend throughout the town, providing tourists and townsfolk the opportunity to take a peek into businesses and facilities.