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Nakoda Elementary students put the finishing touches on their playground reclamation project this week.

Convicted husband and wife duo, both found guilty of first-degree murder of Ryan Lane, appealed their murder convictions last week.

A Calgary musician is promoting “Adopt, Don’t Shop” by featuring one of Cochrane’s adorable rescue pooches in an upcoming music video.

Bow Valley High School will be hosting its annual Black and White Night on May 31. “We have several different groups that are going to be performing – these are very strong, award-winning groups,” said Rob Billington, the school’s music teacher.

The Town of Cochrane has increased its offsite levy fees by 23 to 26 per cent. Council approved the increase at the regular meeting on May 24.

Captain Clot-Buster, otherwise known as Martin Parnell, will be taking on the Calgary Marathon on May 29. “I'm very nervous - it's the first marathon for the Captain.

The Cochrane Farmers’ Market is back in town next weekend. Farm fresh to your table is what local and surrounding area farmers will be offering every Saturday at the Cochrane Ranche from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. rain or shine, starting June 4.

Thanks to unfavourable weather, the May long weekend was relatively tame for local campgrounds and recreational areas.

The Town of Cochrane, the town’s Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), and United Way have approved $160,778 in grant funding for local organizations.

Two Cremona teens are being mourned by family and friends after an accident earlier this year claimed both their lives. “From a young age people would remark on Taylore’s happy countenance.