Cochrane

Cochrane is set to honour its older residents with a full week of free events and activities as part of Seniors’ Week, running June 2 to 8.

Organized by Cochrane Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) with the help of community partners and sponsors, the celebration will include workshops, health and wellness sessions, entertainment, luncheons, and games, all geared toward residents aged 50 and up.

Drake Meats has announced a significant expansion with the construction of a new federally inspected plant in Saskatoon. This marks the first major expansion for the company, which has been operating out of its original plant in Drake, Saskatchewan.

Cochrane town council is considering further public engagement on YMCA Calgary's proposed takeover of SLS Centre operations before reaching a decision.

Discussing the issue in front of a packed council chambers last night (May 20) for about two hours, the question now appears to be whether that should be a meeting with all stakeholders and user groups or a formal public hearing.

Just announced! Justin Moore is bringing his powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits to the Grey Eagle Resort and Casino this fall.

The Small Town USA singer will take the stage Thursday, Sept. 11 delivering the kind of traditional country show that’s made him a fan favourite for over a decade.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, (May 23) at 8:00 a.m., with prices ranging from $74.99 to $119.99, plus fees.

Want to beat the box office? You can win a pair of tickets before anyone else!

Netflix's teen drama My Life with the Walter Boys has been officially renewed for a third season, set to premiere in 2026. While the first season showcased Cochrane's scenic charm, filming for the second season shifted to other parts of southern Alberta, leaving fans wondering if Cochrane will make a comeback in the upcoming season.

In season one, Cochrane's Glenbow neighbourhood, Historic Downtown, and the Cochrane RancheHouse provided picturesque backdrops that brought the fictional town of Silver Falls, Colorado, to life. 

The head of one of Canada's largest federal unions says the federal government needs to focus on repairing the relationship between public servants and management.

Nathan Prier, president of the Canadian Association of Professional Employees, said this is a "delicate moment" and that new Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali has his work cut out for him.

Prier said the Trudeau government made several questionable decisions that eroded trust among workers. They included a messy return-to-office rollout that was conducted without consulting employees, he said.

Signs that underlying inflation was picking up in April put the Bank of Canada in a tricky position ahead of its June interest rate decision, with some economists arguing a second straight pause is now more likely.

"It is going to make it a much more challenging backdrop for the Bank of Canada to continue cutting rates, at least in the near term," said Benjamin Reitzes, managing director of Canadian rates and macro strategist at BMO Capital Markets.

As part of the ongoing Alex Tumang Realty Basketball Cup, hosted by the Fil-Can Hoops and Beyond Society, a special charity exhibition game on May 24 is bringing the basketball community together for an important community cause.

The evening features two matchups: a regular season game at 8 p.m., followed by a 9 p.m. charity exhibition match. The featured game showcases selected players from Canmore and Cochrane, all aged 40 and above, in a friendly but competitive showdown.

All proceeds going toward a townwide push to purchase robotic legs for three-year-old Brielle.

A spring survey to gauge consumer opinions about food pricing, buying habits and values found affordability the top concern

Whether people throw steaks or hot dogs on the barbecue this summer could reflect how they feel about their food spending.

A new report from the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University found increasing anxiety about food affordability compared to last fall.

Daylin Jørgensen is a singer-songwriter from St. Albert, known for her fresh take on country music.

She grew up playing piano, uploading cover songs to YouTube, and eventually transitioned into songwriting, vocal coaching, and guitar.

Now she is all smiles when it comes to her latest single, "Ripped Jeans."

The playful country track was sparked by an unexpected moment at a mall in Edmonton.