Cochrane Times-Post

Instead of a ribbon cutting, a skipping rope was cut to represent the enjoyment that present and future children will have for decades to come during the official opening of the Hillcrest Park addition to the playground.

Author of the article: Published Sep 02, 2026  •  2 minute read Article content Axial flux technology gave Fering the flexibility to integrate a powerful electric drivetrain into its rugged platform built for extreme range, demanding environments. Gateshead, U.K., Sept.

For many residents it provides an opportunity to celebrate local talent, agricultural heritage, and community connections Published Sep 02, 2026  •  Last updated 43 minutes ago  •  4 minute read Brianna Stewart, of Stewart's Chainsaw Carving, works on a wooden sculpture she is shaping using a chainsaw. Stewart's live demonstration of chainsaw carving is always a favourite to watch for Cochrane Fall Fair visitors.

Current councillors Sylvie Charron-Lemieux and Susan Nelson are looking to replace current Mayor Peter Politis Author of the article: Marissa Lentz-McGrath  •  Local Journalism Initiative Published Sep 01, 2026  •  4 minute read With Peter Politis opting not to seek re-election, the race to become Cochrane's next mayor pits two veteran councillors -- Sylvie Charron-Lemieux and Susan Nelson -- against each other. Local residents will go to the polls on Oct.

Author of the article: Published Aug 27, 2026  •  3 minute read TekniPlex Healthcare Booth at MFA GNW Article content At Booth 2C01, the company will highlight how customized medical-grade compounds, precision tubing, value-added processing, and healthcare solutions help regional OEMs develop and scale high-performance healthcare products. Advertisement 2 Article content Wayne, PA, Aug.

Using about two pallets of donated fire hose from Ottawa Fire Station 47, the raft is a new form of enrichment for Ganuk and Henry Author of the article: Marissa Lentz-McGrath  •  Local Journalism Initiative Published Aug 25, 2026  •  3 minute read Ganuk explores the fire hose raft built by the Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat's animal care team. Photo by SCREENSHOT Article content It took weeks to build a new raft for Cochrane’s polar bears. The bears took about 30 minutes to take it apart.

Peter Politis was first elected mayor in 2010 and served until 2018 and then returned to the mayor’s office in 2022 Author of the article: Marissa Lentz-McGrath  •  Local Journalism Initiative Published Aug 25, 2026  •  4 minute read After serving 12 years as mayor of Cochrane, Peter Politis has decided not to seek re-election. The deadline for filing nomination papers was Aug. 21 and Politis opted not to put his name forth for the Oct. 26 municipal election.

During the past 15 years, our volunteer base has significantly decreased, leaving current members to take on multiple roles The sale of Camp Marwick marks the end of an era for the Cochrane Scout Group. Officials hope, however, with an influx of new volunteers the organization can blossom and grow from its proud roots. Photo by SUBMITTED Article content Scouting in Cochrane has been active since 1921, giving the community 105 years of scouting history.

This year, the Bags for Success program prepared and distributed 62 backpacks filled with school supplies Author of the article: Marissa Lentz-McGrath  •  Local Journalism Initiative Published Aug 20, 2026  •  3 minute read Dawn Monroe prepared a record 62 backpacks filled with school supplies for Cochrane students.

The appointment comes about two months after the municipality's treasurer left the organization Author of the article: Marissa Lentz-McGrath  •  Local Journalism Initiative Published Aug 20, 2026  •  1 minute read The Town of Cochrane has appointed Chief Administrative Officer Daniel Gagnon as treasurer while it searches for a permanent replacement for Julie Belhumeur, who is no longer employed by the municipality.