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Get the kiddos out for some pre-Halloween fun at the Cochrane Public Library. 

The Halloween Spooktacular is back this year with Cohrane Immigrant Servies and Stepping Stones.

Program and Engagement Manager, Carmen Erinson says "this year we decided to do it on the big day, sort of a pre-trick or treating party in the afternoon". 

Our Okotoks Online Auction is always a hit. But, have you heard about the Save More Alberta Online Auction?

It's new this year. Imagine thousands of dollars worth of products, services, and gift cards from across the province— hotel stays, tickets to the Stampeders, Flames, Wranglers, and mouth-watering restaurant gift certificates, all waiting for your bid.

While it may have been snowing outside Tuesday morning, it was bright and warm in Nectare & Root when CochraneNow surprised Melanie with the McCafe Coffee Break! 

Every week, 91.5 CochraneNow and Cochrane McDonald’s travel around Cochrane with treats and hot McCafe coffee, ready to surprise local businesses. 

The team at Nectare & Root were nominated here and this was attached to the nomination.

The October Perfect Pet Contest has wrapped up, and we’re thrilled to announce Ralphie as this month’s winner! Ralphie captured our hearts with his playful spirit, love for snuggles, and goofy personality that keeps his family smiling every day. 

The Yellow Grass Dinner Theatre is gearing up for a spellbinding evening with their upcoming show, 'WitchaPalooza'. The event promises an entertaining night out with a delicious meal and a dash of spooky charm.

For a sneak peek into the experience, we caught up with long-time cast member Jenna Metheral, who has been part of the Yellow Grass Dinner Theatre for over 15 years. She shared some insight into what audiences can expect.

“They can expect to see some crazy witches that are out looking for some children,” she said with a laugh, hinting at the playful storyline.

Carnie's Comments

While the "final score" may change in the coming days as mail-in ballots and votes from hospitals and remand centres are counted, we know the Saskatchewan Party has been returned to government in our province.

The opposition will have a much stronger voice in the Legislative Assembly as the NDP doubled their representation from 13 to 26 elected members.

2024 and 2025 marked the 150th anniversaries of Mennonite communities in Manitoba and in this season of Still Speaking, host Conrad Stoesz from the Mennonite Heritage Archives is sharing true historical stories around this theme.

Rocky Mountain House residents can rest assured the community art project, Rocco the Rocky Mountain Snake, will be kept safe over the winter months. 

Rocco first appeared on a trail near Strawberry Hill in the spring, with a sign inviting residents and visitors to add a rock to see how far the painted serpent could travel, the town of Rocky Mountain House said on social media.   

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