Cochrane

Cochrane has never seen anything like what's in store at the Cochrane Lions Event Centre this weekend.

Cochrane Music Mojo Rising is taking over the centre for two days of rock, pop, country, metal, alt, blues, hip hop, eastern--you name it--on Nov. 9 and 10.

Presented by the Canadian Society for Performing Arts (CSPA) this free all-genre music event kicks off both days at 1 p.m. and the music keeps rolling until around 11:30 p.m.

A veteran Ottawa Citizen journalist who was accused by a former cabinet minister of being a Russian asset said it is the "height of irony" that a parliamentary committee studying disinformation has fallen for it. 

David Pugliese told the House of Commons security committee on Thursday he found it astonishing that none of the MPs challenged the allegations when they were made last month. 

Applications opened Thursday for a $1-billion federal program to help municipalities and Indigenous communities build critical infrastructure.

The government set aside $1 billion through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund in direct funding to communities to build or improve infrastructure to support drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste.

Applications are available online for municipalities and Indigenous communities. Those applicants will need to demonstrate how their proposals will support the building of more homes.

Last night, I had the chance to check out an event put on by Cochrane Tourism at The Fence & Post, with mead pairings from Fallentimbre Meadery. 

The 5-course menu featured Alberta's 7 signature foods.

Can you name any of them?

Don't worry, I've got this!

1 - Beef

From Christmas to Remembrance Day and food to hockey. We've got you covered!

Cochrane Dining Week - Fri, Sat & Sun 

In the heart of Cochrane, a unique dental clinic has opened its doors, bringing world-class care and a touch of magic to the community. Aptly named Mila Dental, derived from the Spanish word "Mila," meaning "miracles", the clinic stands as a testament to its commitment to transforming smiles and enhancing lives. Guided by the motto "Compassionate Care for Every Smile", Mila Dental has become a place where patients receive not only top-notch dental treatment but also an experience rooted in kindness and understanding.

A huge $50,000 from the Cochrane Activettes was more than a shot in the arm for the Big Hill Lodge. It's put them on the cusp of completing the fundraising for a new activities bus.

The Bill Hill Lodge kicked off its Keep the Wheels Rolling fundraising campaign last September with the target of raising $180,000 to replace their aging bus that plays an important role for their residents.

"It's just so close, so, so, so close," says Big Hill Lodge manager Sandra Robin.

Former Cochrane Rodeo Queen Breanna Correia has been selected as one of the three finalists seeking to be crowned the 2025 Calgary Stampede Princess.

The list was shortened to three from five contestants shortly following the Nov. 2 semifinal equestrian competition.

The crowning of both the new Stampede and First Nation Princess takes place on Nov. 13 and will be livestreamed. 

There's always been a warm place in the heart of Cochranites for our veterans and those who continue to serve our country.

Seven years ago, the community cenotaph was manifested by the commission of 7 ft. bronze statue of a First World War soldier in a memorial stance that was created by Don and Shirley Begg and their internationally acclaimed Studio West Bronze Foundry.

The electric vehicle market has been quickly expanding in recent years, leaving interested consumers eagerly waiting for what’s to come.

Right now, Volvo Cars Royal Oak in Calgary is excited to share their expanded electric model selection with the all new EX30 and EX90 models!