Cochrane

Medical emergencies can develop in an instant for anyone.  

Even if someone collapses or has a serious accident a block away from the hospital, the fear, uncertainty, and pressure of the moment can be earth-shattering.  

What happens, then, when the same thing happens kilometres away from a hospital, in the remote and sometimes harsh expanse of nature or farmland?  

For Paula Johnson, who was bucked off her horse on a birthday expedition that had already taken her across water, through an elk herd, and past grazing cattle, there was no going back. Only up.  

Five charges against a Calgary man are the latest from an investigation that began in January into the re-vinning and fraudulent registration of stolen vehicles in the area of Cochrane.

In March 2025, Cochrane RCMP recovered a Ford F150 and then executed a search warrant at a Calgary residence, resulting in the seizure of a re-vinned Dodge Ram.

Cochrane residents should prepare for a significant snowfall event tonight as a storm system moves through the region.

Precipitation will begin as a rain-snow mix before transitioning to heavy snow by the evening.

Most areas can expect 5 to 10 cm of snowfall, though some areas could see totals reaching 15 cm.

Snowfall accumulation will be highly variable across the region, making travel conditions unpredictable.

The Cochrane and Area Health Foundation (CAHF) is hosting a fact-finding session tomorrow (Apr. 2) at the Station, starting at 12:30 p.m. Invitations were sent to various foundations across Southern Alberta, and 11 foundations—from Didsbury to Claresholm—will be in attendance.

“With the realignment of Alberta Health into four key pillars, we want to discuss where foundations across Alberta fit into this plan,” says CAHF chair Brian Winter. “We also want to share ideas on what works and what doesn’t within different foundations.”

The Cochrane Guitar Quartet is back at Found Bookstore, 206 1st St. W., for its third annual benefit concert supporting Big Hill Haven this Saturday.

Led by Martin Russell, the quartet features his exceptionally talented students—Hannah Isinghood, Ryan Kehoe, and Griffin Stotschek—who will perform a mix of solos and duets before coming together for their debut quartet performance of movements from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite.

A taste of what you'll hear is attached below—an excerpt from the Nutcracker Suite overture.

Cochrane RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident that took place on January 8.

The collision occurred in the Cochrane area, where the suspect driver struck a parked vehicle, causing property damage, before fleeing the scene without providing their information to the victim.

Police have released a description of the suspect, who is described as a Caucasian man between 70 and 85 years old.

April Fools' Day never disappoints in Cochrane, with local businesses and organizations pulling off some of the most creative and hilarious pranks. From unexpected roadside attractions to wolfdog entertaiment, here are the best pranks spotted around town this April 1st.

A Kangaroo Cowboy comes to town

Cochrane is known for its western heritage, but no one expected a cowboy kangaroo to join the scene. Explore Cochrane unveiled what they called the town's newest roadside attraction, the Cochrane Cowboy Kangaroo. 

Alberta has joined the rest of Canada in establishing an extended producer responsibility (EPR) system that will keep thousands of kilograms of waste out of landfills.

The provincewide system will improve recycling programs and is expected to save communities and taxpayers money.

Canmore RCMP, with assistance from the Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit (SAD CRU), have successfully recovered four stolen e-bikes following a string of thefts in the community.

On March 25, Canmore RCMP received multiple reports of e-bikes and mountain bikes being stolen from locked bike racks near the 1200 block of Bow Valley Trail.

After reviewing CCTV footage, officers identified a male suspect linked to the thefts.

The team at Cochrane Nissan was all smiles as they gathered to enjoy fresh coffee and treats thanks to the McCafé Coffee Break! 

The team was nominated here and it was these kind words that won the entire team fresh coffee and cookies! “I just started working for Cochrane Nissan a month ago and they have the absolute best environment.”

“Everyone is so friendly and ready to help customers and coworkers without question and always with a smile on their face.”