Cochrane Observer has coverage of Cochrane, Ontario's town council, local affairs, and community events.
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The Town of Cochrane has announced that pulverization and paving operations will commence on Monday, September 9, 2024. The specific sections of road to be worked on have been selected based on inspections, existing underground infrastructure, and upcoming projects. The town indicated that if there are other sections in worse
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Sidewalk replacement work will take place in multiple locations throughout Cochrane from September 9, 2024, to September 20, 2024. The project aims to maintain a quality level of service for the community. Properties affected by this work will be restored at the discretion of the Director of Infrastructure Services. For
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An emergency council meeting has been scheduled for Monday, September 9th, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will take place at the Town Hall, Council Chambers. The purpose of this meeting is to convene in closed session under section 239(2)(a) of the Municipal Act, which pertains to
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application for the property located at 1141 Concession 2&3, Glackmeyer Township. The decision permits the addition of an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) within a detached accessory building on the property. This approval is contingent
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application for the property located at 151 Silver Queen Lake Road North. The application, submitted by T. Watt, sought permission to reduce the front yard depth setback, the interior side yard width setback, and the minimum
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application submitted by J. Genier for the property located at 885 HWY 652 in Glackmeyer Township. The application was reviewed under Section 45 of the Planning Act of Ontario. The decision allows for the construction of
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A special council meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 6 PM. The meeting will take place at the Town Hall, Council Chambers. The agenda includes the review and discussion of the following draft policies: * Code of Conduct for Council Members and Members of Local Boards Policy * Code
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The Cochrane Public Library Board is hiring a Chief Executive Officer/Chief Librarian. The position requires leadership, management, administrative, customer-service, human resources, and technology skills. The CEO/Chief Librarian will manage the library, engage with the community, and lead future initiatives. The library serves Cochrane and the surrounding area, with
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The Town of Cochrane will host an End of Summer Party on August 30, 2024. The event will take place at the local community center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Attendees can expect snacks, activities, and socializing opportunities. This event is part of the Outside Adventures program.
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The Park Pals program will be held at Cochrane Public School. The event is scheduled for August 29, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Activities will include organized group events aimed at enhancing gross motor skills and fine motor skills through various activities such as scooping, drawing,
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An event titled 'Mad Scientists!' is scheduled to take place on August 29, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Cochrane Child Care Centre, located on 10th Avenue in Cochrane, ON. Participants are advised to wear old clothes as the event will feature messy
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The Cochrane Child Care Centre is hosting a Baby Club event on August 28, 2024. The event is scheduled to run from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. This program is designed for new parents and their infants aged 0 to 18 months. It offers a space for parents