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Council approves second reading of Summit gravel pit

Council approves second reading of Summit gravel pit

The contentious issue over gravel was once again brought to the forefront at Rocky View County council on June 27.
Award-winning program introduced to middle school

Award-winning program introduced to middle school

Manachaban Middle School is excited to announce the introduction of an innovative, award-winning program for students next year.
Cochrane High wins National Give Life challenge

Cochrane High wins National Give Life challenge

Cochrane High School won the national Give Life High School Challenge after joining for the first time last September.
Pool opening date yet to be confirmed, spray park to open at same time

Pool opening date yet to be confirmed, spray park to open at same time

Council announced Monday night that it’s still too preliminary to commit to July 17 as the opening date for the new pool – the Jayman Built Aquatic Centre.
Cochranite recognized with YMCA Fellowship of Honour medal

Cochranite recognized with YMCA Fellowship of Honour medal

The first thing Patricia Pelton says when she sits down is, “I don’t want this to be all about me, I work as a team.” It was that kind of selflessness and dedication that earned the Cochranite the YMCA Fellowship of Honour award from Gov.-Gen.
Morley Pride puts out call for local talent

Morley Pride puts out call for local talent

The call has been put out to all two-spirited, lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, trans, queer and allies for the second annual Morley Pride event this August.
Stoney resident receives PhD after seven years of hardship

Stoney resident receives PhD after seven years of hardship

The smile on Terry Fox’s face when she graduated belies the tumultuous journey she took toward earning her PhD from the University of Victoria.
Church fire deemed arson

Church fire deemed arson

Following a fire that “completely destroyed” the142-year-old historic McDougall Church west of Cochrane, the initial report deeming the fire was “likely accidental” has been reversed after new information from the MD of Bighorn Fire Investigator was
Homesteaders' Rock saved in Bearspaw

Homesteaders' Rock saved in Bearspaw

The crowd was abuzz as the community centennial Queen and Princess unveiled the Homesteaders’ Rock in Bearspaw last Saturday. “It was an honour and a privilege,” said Anne Wearmouth, community centennial Queen.
Rotary youth exchange builds confidence, helps communities

Rotary youth exchange builds confidence, helps communities

Céline Hof is excited to go back to the Netherlands but sad to leave the community she called home for the last 11 months.
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