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Midwifery is getting expanded services

Midwifery is getting expanded services

The scope of midwives services has significantly expanded, a change that will benefit Cochrane, where hospital trips can be a 40-minute drive or more.
Around town

Around town

Kiwanis Christmas The Cochrane Toy Project will be held on Dec. 16 at Walmart, thanks to the new local Kiwanis chapter. The event starts at 8:30 a.m. with Santa’s arrival. Mayor Jeff Genung will also be in attendance.
Patrick LaMontagne Cartoon

Patrick LaMontagne Cartoon

Acknowledging those who inspire can lead you to be an inspiration

Acknowledging those who inspire can lead you to be an inspiration

It may come as a surprise to many, as it did to me, that Nov. 19. was International Men’s Day. Celebrated in over 70 countries, Men's Day was conceived on Feb. 8 1991 and inaugurated in 1992.
Cochrane Classic Bull Riding takes home top award

Cochrane Classic Bull Riding takes home top award

This week one of Cochrane's favourite events was given a national reminder that out of 81 events nationwide, the annual Cochrane Classic Bull Riding – with its rank bulls and top riders – is worth its weight in gold after winning Event of the Year fo
Parade of Lights in need of volunteers

Parade of Lights in need of volunteers

The push to revive the parade through Historic Downtown is on track for this Saturday, as the Parade of Lights will take place during the evening of Dec. 8.
Adopt for Christmas, adopt forever

Adopt for Christmas, adopt forever

You may have heard the phrase "a dog is for life, not just for Christmas." That is as true today as it was when the slogan was coined 40 years ago.
Cochrane day home operator wins provincial award

Cochrane day home operator wins provincial award

A local day home owner has been awarded for having the most outstanding commitment to quality child care and child development in the province.
Cannabis not in time for Christmas

Cannabis not in time for Christmas

Retail cannabis won't be available in time for Christmas in Cochrane due to a national cannabis shortage.
SLSFSC increases accessibility

SLSFSC increases accessibility

Officials and users of the Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre (SLSFSC) celebrated the grand opening of the second elevator at the sports centre.
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