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More than 20 years ago in a dirt school yard in Kissii, Kenya, a boy, Benard Onsare, and his brother would run laps while the other children watched. “The kids used to count how many laps with sticks,” Onsare recalled.

Municipal politicians look to 2018 with infrastructure and keeping pace with growth top of mind. Provincial and federal representatives gear up for 2019 elections, look to take opponents to task.

The Cochrane Eagle’s Amy Tucker spoke to Cochrane Fire Services to gauge the issues facing firefighters as we head into 2018.

One of Cochrane’s veterinarian clinics took on a less heard of yet life-saving project earlier this month. Arrowhead Veterinary Centre held a blood drive for dogs on Dec. 10, which saw more than 26 canines participate.

The 100 Alliance Cochrane chapters have seen significant growth in membership this year and have collected close to $40, 000 or more collectively in the past year.

Coun. Alex Reed wants Town of Cochrane staff salaries to be made public in an effort to increase spending transparency.

Division 9 Coun. Crystal Kissel is looking to step up goodwill and give back to Cochrane. The Cochrane Lake councillor will be seeking support at the Jan.

Gone are the days when Cochranites and Creekers seeking New Years Eve entertainment had to worry about sober and timely transportation to and from Calgary, with a variety of libations and nosh to select just down the road.

If you don’t have lunch plans on Christmas day, a Cochrane restaurant will be providing a festive meal – and it will be on the house. Jaipur India Cuisine will be hosting a free buffet on Dec. 25 from 12 to 2 p.m. and all are welcome to dine.

There are a growing number of Cochranites in need this season but the growing population also means more organizations available to participate in donations.