Monthly Archives: June 2023

Sackville developer calls for speedy decision on apt. bldg. after residents voice objections & support during public hearing

Posted on June 28, 2023 by brucewark

“We need housing,” developer John Lafford declared as he addressed Tantramar Town Council Tuesday about his company’s plans for a controversial six-storey, 71 unit apartment building in Sackville. “The vacancy rate is less than 1%; JN Lafford’s waiting list alone … Continue reading →

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Access to Trans Canada Trail: walkers and cyclists ask for highway bridge, ATVers want the right to ride

Posted on June 18, 2023 by brucewark

Tantramar Town Council heard two opposing presentations on Tuesday about how to improve access to the section of the Trans Canada Trail that runs north of Sackville towards Midgic. Christina DeHaas and Jeff MacKinnon of the Tantramar Pedway Group asked … Continue reading →

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Councillor derails appointments to Tantramar Climate Change Advisory Committee

Posted on June 14, 2023 by brucewark

Citing his concerns over potential conflicts of interest, Tantramar Councillor Matt Estabrooks blocked the appointment of his Ward 4 election opponent Sabine Dietz last night to the town’s Climate Change Advisory Committee (CCAC). “I would suggest that appointed members of … Continue reading →

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Phase III of $13.8 million Sackville flood control project well underway

Posted on June 10, 2023 by brucewark

After more than five years of planning, construction, setbacks and successes, Sackville’s $13.8 million Lorne Street flood control project has entered its third and final phase. According to an update from the town, the venerable Sackville construction firm, Beale & … Continue reading →

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Report raises questions, concerns about proposed 6-storey building at 131 Main

Posted on June 8, 2023 by brucewark

Sackville residents Sharon Hicks and Percy Best have sent a 26-page report to members of Tantramar Council, senior town staff and members of the media raising questions and concerns about a proposed six-storey, 71-unit apartment building behind the historic Allison/Fisher/Fawcett … Continue reading →

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