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Council debates Southbow development plan

Council debates Southbow development plan

Council voted 6-1 in favour of deferring the applicant’s first reading for a land-use amendment to the future south community of Southbow Landing.
Grad season kicks off

Grad season kicks off

Another year, another generation gets ready to enter the real world as they complete their last step before adulthood, graduating high school. To get the information on the big day for the teens please find the details below. St.
Cochrane man found guilty of sexual assault sentenced to serve nine years

Cochrane man found guilty of sexual assault sentenced to serve nine years

Allan Dean Griffin continued to proclaim his innocence as a judge slapped him with a nine-year prison sentence in a Calgary courtroom Wednesday.
UPDATE: Board hopeful to rebuild after 'devastating' fire

UPDATE: Board hopeful to rebuild after 'devastating' fire

After spending a day assessing the damage of the 4 a.m. fire that ‘engulfed’ the 142-year-old historic McDougall Church, the board of directors are hopeful to rebuild.
Fire at historic church

Fire at historic church

The historic 142-year-old McDougall Church located approximately 30 kilometres west of Cochrane caught fire during the early hours May 22. Fire services from the MD of Bighorn responded to the blaze. No one was available for comment on Monday.
Cochrane Dollar launch honours historic figures

Cochrane Dollar launch honours historic figures

Cochrane ATB Financial was packed with community members, politicians and media on Friday morning for the reveal of Cochrane Dollars - the town’s launch of its very own currency to promote local economy and pride.
Community happenings

Community happenings

Businesses partnering with Rock the Waves Starting June 1, local businesses will be introducing special products or services with a portion of proceeds going towards Cochrane’s new aquatic, curling and multisport centre.
Dog park advocates bite back, town seeks public feedback on design

Dog park advocates bite back, town seeks public feedback on design

Town administration will be seeking public input into the draft design of the future dog park until June 1.
Bow Valley High School student shows appreciation to community first responders

Bow Valley High School student shows appreciation to community first responders

A Cochrane teenager did something special last month to recognize the community’s first responders. “I wanted to bake them cakes,” 17-year-old Megan White said with a laugh.
Rocky View Schools considers options if fee increase is axed

Rocky View Schools considers options if fee increase is axed

With the 2017/18 transportation budget submitted to the Minister of Education's office, Rocky View Schools (RVS) officials are exploring their options if the division's proposed transportation fee increase is not approved.
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