The Paradise Trailside Triathlon, held on July 26, features a 500-meter swim, 18-kilometer bike ride, and 5-kilometer run amidst beautiful trails in Paradise. With 91 participants, the event encourages beginners and serves as a qualifier for world competitions.
Read MoreHolyrood councillor Mable Tilley addressed concerns about the reliability of newly installed fire hydrants along Salmonier Line, clarifying they are operational and supported by a water supply. She urged residents to seek accurate information and emphasized the fire department’s preparedness for emergencies.
Read MoreThe Paradise council unanimously voted to demolish a long-standing fort near Mercer’s Pond due to safety concerns, particularly fire hazards. Despite some community disappointment, officials emphasized the importance of prioritizing public safety in densely wooded areas. The fort has been removed.
Read MoreHolyrood Mayor Laura Crawley addressed complaints about garbage bins along the harbourfront, emphasizing that they are misused for dumping fish guts. She urged residents to clean fish at home and properly dispose of waste, reinforcing appropriate usage of public bins.
Read MoreParadise councillors have approved an eight-lot subdivision at Carberry Place after extensive discussions and resident opposition due to concerns about traffic and tree removal. Councillor Antle emphasized adherence to municipal plans, promising a sidewalk for trail access despite mixed resident reactions.
Read MoreThe Grand Concourse Authority is set to build a beach trail in Manuels for approximately $66,379, funded by the Town’s trails maintenance budget. Councillor Andrea Gosse explained that the trail aims to restore beach access lost due to previous shoreline stabilization efforts, hoping to complete it before the end of the season.
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Read MoreDear Editor: Seal Cove bridge has been “under construction” for about two months now. The problem is they dismantled the
Read MoreDear Editor: I read Ivan Morgan’s opinion column on (Tourism and Culture Minister) Andrea Barbour. In short, he has the
Read MoreDear Editor: Prime Minister Carney just announced the annual July recalculation of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) for 2027-28 year
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