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Rocky View County (RVC) council has set the wheels in motion for the proposed Glenbow Ranch Area Structure Plan (GRASP) on Cochrane's eastern borders.

Bow Valley High students are donating their time next week while raising awareness for Cochrane’s Family and Community Support Services.

Members of the Rocky View County Firefighters Association, Local 4794, are keen to offer up their services while off-duty this election season.

As a child, Jessica Tinholt never had any interest in science but fast-forward to high school and the Cochranite now proudly holds the title as gold medalist for the Calgary Youth Science Fair. “It was definitely exciting,” the 18 year old said.

After putting his Children’s Wish on hold for the past two years, 14-year-old Tristan Garrett was finally able to fly in a helicopter last Thursday thanks to the Kimmett Foundation. “The highlight was lifting off. That was really fun.

Earth Day celebrations kick off tomorrow at Glenbow Elementary School.

Bus stops here Cochrane will be a park and ride location this summer, along the transit route connecting Banff and Calgary, as part of the Canada 150 ON IT pilot project.

For many who work in the field of health care, giving back extends far beyond the realm of nine to five. This is the case for nursing attendant Marie-Linda Plante, who is ramping up once again for the annual Kidney March this Sept.

Dog park advocates who barked at council’s decision to rescind the first future off-leash dog park site in West Valley - moving it further south and reducing the size of the park - will continue to make sure their voices are heard by the town.

Fibre strategy Fiber does a body good. The town is looking to fibre to bring a whole lot of good to Cochrane’s connectivity to the world.