Beyond The Calgary Stampede: A Real Alberta Rodeo Roundup
July to September, this is your ultimate guide to local rodeo events this summer
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Cochrane
A small town with a big feeling in the heart of a stunning valley
Fawn Faux Pas: The Unintended Consequences of Good Samaritans
The Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation is at capacity due to the influx of ‘kidnapped’ fawns
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A Cool Collection Of Seven Alberta Ice Cream Shops To Check Out
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on July 21st by visiting one of Alberta’s incredible ice cream shops, each offering a unique selection of flavours and deals!
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Six Canada Day Events That Celebrate Alberta’s Diverse Cultures
Looking for a Canada Day beyond flag waving and fireworks? We have just what you need!
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Commemorating WWII Heroes: Cochrane’s Don Begg’s Latest Masterpiece Unveiled
Don’s most recent commission, an eight-foot-tall bronze sculpture of a WWII rifleman, commemorates the Saskatchewan men who died during the war
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19 Amazing Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations In Alberta
Our round-up of must-attend events to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
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Beyond Cookies: How the Girl Guides are Solving Cochrane’s Water Crisis
A transformative agreement between Cochrane and Girl Guides at Camp Jubilee is tackling water scarcity head-on
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Kananaskis Controversy: A Wilderness Playground or a Logging Hotspot??
Do we have the right to pick winners and losers in the management of Kananaskis Country?
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Pickleball’s Popularity Is Rising & Okotoks Is Cashing In
Pickleball has become the fastest-growing sport in North America, but in Okotoks, it’s causing a rift between players and residents disturbed by the noise
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Bear Cub’s Glow-Up: From Halloween Horror to Summertime Success!
The Halloween cub, once a tiny, lonely bear, is now ready to return to the wild, thanks to the hard work of the Wildlife rehabilitators in Cochrane
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Cochrane’s Youth Leadership On Full Display At 2024 YODA Ceremony
Hinks, Maclure, and Fedeyko are not just nominees but leaders in their respective fields, guiding future generations with their leadership.
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Cochrane Water Ninjas Ready to Make Waves In Australia
With a legacy of excellence and a spirit of unity, Cochrane’s Water Ninjas are ready to make history at the World Lifesaving Championships!
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Red Mile Reimagined: NDP’s Growing Influence in Calgary’s Political Scene
Once a minor presence, the NDP has established Calgary as its new hub, outpacing Edmonton in party membership.
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Banff Bear Killings Spark Debate: Are We Failing Wildlife?
The deaths of bears like No. 2202 calls for a reevaluation of current strategies to protect Alberta’s bear population and reduce human-wildlife conflicts.
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Cochrane and Okotoks Lead Alberta’s Charge in Water Conservation Amid Wildfire Fears
With last year’s record-breaking heat and wildfires still fresh in memory, Alberta towns are promoting water-saving programs to reduce the threat of future disasters
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Cochrane’s Trinity Taekwon-do Students Strike Gold At Provincial Championships
The Dojang’s students showed tenacity and the spirit of never giving up in the face of incredible competition
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Fork Over the Veggies? Alberta Gardeners Say “Deer Me, No Way!”
With high fences often off the table, Alberta gardeners get creative with CDs, soap, and high-tech scares to keep deer at bay
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Close Call: Cochrane Resident Craig Campbell and His Dog Narrowly Escape a Dangerous Grizzly Encounter
Despite the immediate danger, the situation was defused when the mother bear chose to retreat to her cubs, sparing Campbell and Night from harm
Navigating Alberta’s Transportation Crossroads: Is Passenger Rail A Viable Solution?
As population growth strains traditional infrastructure, Alberta’s rail expansion isn’t just about convenience—it’s a necessity
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A Gold Medal Photo Finish for a Cochrane Nature Photographer
Matechuk took her spot at the World Photographic Cup, bringing home gold for Canada
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Two Canmore Volleyball Teams Make History And Qualify for Nationals
Canmore’s Rocky Mountain Volleyball Club has not only entered the competitive scene but triumphed, qualifying two teams for the national competition and giving city clubs a run for their money
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Mixed Signals: Are Nurse-led Clinics Getting the Short End of the Stethoscope?
Premier Smith’s new healthcare initiative is intended to empower nurse practitioners, but funding gaps threaten their viability
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Pooch-Perfect Pints: Rocky View Brewing Unleashes Dog-Friendly Patio Complete With ‘Canine Pale Ale’
With dishes like bacon and cheddar ice cream, Rocky View Brewing’s new dog menu promises a tail-wagging good time under the Cochrane sun
Everyone’s Market: The New Grocery Store Where Anyone Can Shop for Free
By converting food waste into a community resource, Cochrane’s Helping Hands ‘food rescue store’ promotes an ethos of mutual aid over mere charity
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Horses Ignite Hearts at ROARR Ranch
How a local ranch is bringing joy and healing to youth and seniors through horses
From Cub To Cougar: Connor Bouchard Sharpens His Claws For Next Season
Bouchard’s stellar performance this season is just the beginning, as he eyes further growth and aims to elevate his game
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You Haven’t Seen “The Last of Us” – Alberta’s Film Industry and Stunning Locations Get Encore After Encore
And The Last of Us is far from the only film production in Alberta calling for “Lights, Camera, Action!”
Emergency Housing For Wolfdogs? No Problem – Albertans To the Rescue!
The timely rescue of 14 wolfdogs and one coy-dog from a closing BC kennel to Canada’s only specialized wolfdog sanctuary highlights the ‘get ‘er done’ attitude of Albertans
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A Life Across Generations: Mary Picken Celebrates Her 100th Birthday In Cochrane
With seven kids, 14 grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren, Mary doesn’t have time to feel old!
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Small Town, Big Flavours: Cochrane’s Aama Makes Avenue Magazine’s Best New Restaurants List
Chef G’s culinary achievements are rooted in the strong support from the Cochrane community, underscoring the restaurant’s success as a collaborative effort fueled by local love and dedication
Sunscreen in January? The Heat is On in Alberta’s Scary New Normal
Together, El Niño and our changing climate pack a punch, shattering previous heat records across the province
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Building Bridges Near Cochrane Through Music and Dance
With over 6,800 Indigenous residents eagerly sharing their cultures, Cochrane is set to dazzle with its first-ever Indigenous Arts and Culture Week
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Cochrane Cobras Strike Back at Basketball Championships
Cochrane Cobras Strike Back at Basketball Championships
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Oh Deer, Bambi’s Urban Escapades Stir Up a Ruckus
Urban deer don’t work a nine-to-five or pay taxes, but they sure enjoy city living!
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Albertans Stand Up for Kananaskis: Kananaskis Saved from the Saw, For Now
Kananaskis Country’s trees are safe for now, as West Fraser has decided to hold off on its clearcutting project
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Two Recent Train Derailments Raise Concerns About Rail Safety
Train accidents pose significant risks to communities like Cochrane and Canmore, which see frequent railway traffic.
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Dixie’s Story: Fighting Back Against Dog Theft
A new non-profit aims to change laws around pet abduction, believing that the 50 dogs stolen since November are more than just property; they are family
Cochrane’s Game-Changer? – Healthcare Gets a Nurse-Powered Makeover
New clinic could cut the number of Cochranites without a family doctor in half
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Unprecedented Dry Spell Ahead: Alberta’s All-Hands-On-Deck Drought Response Workshop
With Alberta on the brink of its driest summer, the Bow River Basin Council’s workshop helps to unite Albertans from different walks of life to respond to the looming water crisis together
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A Poetic Goodbye For Sundre Cowboy
One of Alberta’s true cowboy poets and inspirational community leaders heads to greener pastures
Cochrane’s Train Traffic: A Locomotive Engineer Raises Concerns Over Rail Safety
Mark Bretherton, a veteran locomotive engineer, is worried about the trains passing his Cochrane home, questioning the safety standards he once trusted
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Cochrane’s Teskey Sisters: The Dynamic Duo of the Ringette Rink
The sisters led their University of Lethbridge Pronghorns to a silver medal at the recent Ringette University Cup in Ottawa
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Alberta Shatters Cold Records, But the Chilliest Night Is Yet to Come
As Alberta reels from record-breaking cold, the Coldest Night of the Year charity walk offers a chance to warm hearts while facing the chill
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Cochrane’s Charm Steals the Show on New Netflix Series
My Life With The Walter Boys cast and crew were smitten with the charms of Cochrane and Kananaskis
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Alberta’s Holiday Heartache: There’s Help for the Hurting
Those grappling with the holiday blues can find solace in community support and shared experiences
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Novice to National Hero: Daniel Klotz-Dedora Shines in Horse Vaulting
Can you imagine doing gymnastics on the back of a moving horse? Well, that’s what Daniel Klotz-Dedora, a 16-year-old Cochranite does
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Empathy Unleashed: Neighbours Unite in Search for Stolen Dog
Empathy Unleashed: Neighbours Unite in Search for Stolen Dog
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Cochrane Kids Nominate Ctrl+Salt+Delete and Plowy McPlowface
Cochrane’s newest snowplow, Plowy McPlowface, isn’t just a town celebrity; it’s a symbol of community engagement and fun in the face of winter’s challenges
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The Cochrane Volleyball Team Turned ‘Can’t’ into ‘Can’
The seventh-ranked Cochrane Cobras defied expectations by winning the provincial bronze medal
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Deck the Halls in Cochrane: A Guide to Local Yuletide Merriment!
A round-up of local holiday activities to brighten your December!
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From Ice To Easel: Cochrane Remembers Toller Cranston
Local gallery’s Toller Cranston, The Legacy Paintings exhibit showcases only a small part of Olympian’s expressive life.
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From Wrestling Ring to Charity King: Iconic Cochrane Philanthropist Just Won’t Quit
Hanging up the towel comes easier to some than others – Dan Kroffat is helping families hang up Christmas decorations instead
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Don’t Toss Your Jack-o’-Lanterns: Share the Love with Cochrane’s Wildlife
Cochrane’s Ecological Institute: Where Halloween’s Leftovers Become Winter’s Delicacies
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Cochrane’s Costume Contest Winner Stops Traffic—Literally
Halloween in Cochrane this year was all about candy, scares, and giving back to the community!
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Is Spray Lake Sawmills Putting Down The Axe?
Will West Fraser, the new BC-based owner of the local logging company, be as receptive to community needs and environmental considerations?
Digging for Trouble? Gravel Mine Causes Water Worries
The Bighills Creek Preservation Society enlists famed National Geographic filmmaker to help save the creek from gravel pit development
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Market to Mayhem: Local Yokel To “Take Back” Cochrane?
The zoning dispute of the century is happening in Cochrane. What’s going on?
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Would You Drive On Glass If It Meant No Potholes?
Does a a young enginerring team from Alberta have a solution to our pothole problem?
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From Stonehenge to Podiums: Cochrane Arborist’s Sky-High Success Story!
In the competitive world of tree climbing, Stuart Witt stands tall as a champion
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No Ocean, No Problem: Surfing Alberta’s Wild Rivers!
From Lethbridge to Cochrane, plans for more river wave parks are rolling out. Alberta is turning into Surftown, Canada
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History and Nature Unite at Cochrane’s Grandfather Tree
The 300 years old white spruce links the community’s past and future
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Swim Sensations: Cochrane Kids Rewrite Record Books
Local swimmers brought home an impressive haul of 20 medals, including 11 gold, five silver, and four bronze.
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Rolling with the Sun: Planting the Seeds of Sustainable Food
With a touch of technology and lots of sunshine, Cultivate Cochrane’s solar roller is keeping plants cozy and warm even in the frigid winter.
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Your Bowels Won’t Be The Only Thing Moving In These Outhouses
Speedy morning routines taken to the next level: race an outhouse down Main Street in Cochrane
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Kananaskis Conundrum: Paying for Conservation While Clear-Cutting Forests?
Thousands of Albertans are raising concerns over logging initiative in Kananaskis Country’s Upper Highwood
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Cat’s Out of the Bag: Cougar Sightings in Cochrane and Kananaskis Country Spark Warnings
Recent sightings of cougars west of Calgary, put residents and tourists on high alert
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Protect the Park or Permit the Pit? The Battle for Big Hill
Locals raise alarm over approvals of an open-pit gravel mine near rare spring
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Bigger, Tastier, and More Entertaining: Cochrane Food Fest Strikes Again this Sunday!
Spend a full Sunday of feasting, fun and festivities at Mitford Park in Cochrane, August 13, 2023
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When Sunny Days Turn Sour: Farmers and Ranchers Praying for Rain
The hot and dry summer in Alberta brings fun for some with beach trips and picnics, but it’s causing serious troubles for Foothills and Rocky View Counties, where farmers and ranchers face tough times due to failing crops and scorched pastures
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Grizzlies Roar, Bears Feel the Heat
The ‘Battle of the Bears,’ between the Bow Valley Grizzlies and Banff Bears has rugby fans excited for more thrilling action as the season nears its end
League’s Most Feared Team: Banff Bears Fight to Reclaim Glory After Tough Loss
Can the Banff Bears men’s rugby team bounce back and beat their rival Bow Valley Grizzlies in their upcoming rematch?
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“Our Home is Supposed To Be a Safe Place,” Says Class Action Lawsuit
Parents filed an $11 million lawsuit because they believe that poor home construction caused the mould growth that contributed to their daughter’s tragic death.
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Are Higher Beef Prices On The Horizon?
Many ranchers are reducing their cattle herds or opting to sell their livestock early
Cochrane Students Strike Gold and Win Platinum!
From composting to creating reusable bags and educating their peers about plastic’s negative impact, local youth proves that everyone can make a big difference in protecting our planet.
Local Artist Set To Perform With Morgan Wallen
Airdrie’s-own Brandon Lorenzo is set to perform at the Big Valley Jamboree
Teen’s Summer Job Leads to Wolfdog Adventure of a Lifetime
Georgina’s love for wolfdogs started with a summer job at a sled dog kennel
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Local Player Among Alberta’s U13 Hockey Elite
Canmore resident Soma Furue was selected for U13 Alberta South Gold team.
Grandparent Scams Bleeding Seniors Dry
One man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding an older woman
Wildfires Impact Our Animals Too
Ranchers and agricultural societies are working together to evacuate and shelter animals amidst the fires
Baby Hares Being Abducted In Rocky View County
Well-intentioned residents may be unintentionally harming hares
The Ghosts of Ghost Lake
Some believe a spirit haunts Ghost Lake collecting the skulls of fallen warriors.
Brakes Pulled On Car Chase In Calgary
Two car thefts have been connected to property crimes in both Alberta and BC
Cochrane Says Goodbye to Library Fees
Late fees can be deadly for low-income families looking for an affordable way to entertain their children
Cochrane’s Arms Are Always Open
Discover the warm and welcoming community of Cochrane at the annual Leaves Abound from All Around event
Cochrane Has a Racetrack…on Ice?
The Ghost Lake racetrack has caught the attention of car enthusiasts across the country.
12 Local Newspapers Axed
With more newspapers going digital, what does the future hold for print media?
Cochrane Welcomes Home NHL Star
Mason Raymond helped Canada win bronze at the 2018 Winter Olympics, now he’s come home.
