Helping Hands food drive set for Cochrane north communities

Cochrane north residents have a few days to prepare for the upcoming Helping Hands food drive. 

Volunteers will be making their rounds in Sunset Ridge, Cochrane Heights, Sunterra, Monterra and Western Rocky View County on Saturday, collecting food donations for the Cochrane food bank. 

Food Security Programs Manager with the Helping Hands Society of Cochrane & Area, April Baird said they understand that money is tight for a lot of people and they appreciate each and every donation. 

In Conversation with Jayare "JR" Charron

A ray of sunshine, a bundle of energy, and just a great dude, Jayare Charron stopped by the studio for an extended conversation.

Recently, Charron played the Niverville Nighthawks hype party and then a special event in Grunthal on Saturday. While the events happened this past weekend, the conversation around how he builds setlists for those shows and what they mean to him is still worth a listen.

From new music, being Super Dad, and a whole lot of laughter, JR is and always will be a great friend of the show! 

 

Tips for tree maintenance in fall: More than just pruning

With winter around the corner people are preparing to winterize. Agrologist Sherri Roberts says this practice should extend to trees as well. 

With elm pruning bans lifted, Roberts reminds homeowners to ensure tree branches are trimmed around the home, especially the roof. 

“If you've got any branches that are extending out over your roof, get them cut off, because you are risking your shingle health, which is then in turn risking your whole roof health, and once you lose that roof, I mean, hey, your house is going to end up an absolute mess.” 

WATCH/GALLERY: Legion Day a blast!

Heads turned downtown when they heard the occasional boom! coming from somewhere nearby.

Soon, they discovered it was the sound of a cannon being fired as part of the 4th annual Legion Show on Sept. 14 that attracted a solid crowd of spectators throughout the day.

The event featured plenty of military memorabilia and a chance to share stories while kicking off the celebration of National Legion Week.

Free marriage event in Winnipeg promises support and celebration for couples

A two-day outreach event aimed at married couples is happening this weekend in Winnipeg, organized by the Rock of Ages Ministries.

Rev. Bamidele Oni and his wife Ololade are hosting the event, which aligns with their 18th wedding anniversary. The outreach, taking place online on Friday, Sept. 20, and online and in-person on Sept. 21 at Fort Garry Mennonite Fellowship Church, is designed to foster biblical marriages and offer support for couples navigating challenges.