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Mayor wrong to limit debate on proposed Lafford building, former councillors say

Posted on July 3, 2023 by brucewark

Three former Sackville councillors, with expertise in environmental issues, municipal planning and local government say Mayor Andrew Black was wrong to suggest to members of the public that some of their concerns were irrelevant as they commented on the proposed … Continue reading →

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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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New zoning application may rekindle debate about Sackville’s ban on more drive-thrus near TransCanada

Posted on May 24, 2023 by brucewark

The numbered company that now owns Sackville’s former Pizza Delight restaurant has applied for permission to build a drive-thru on the Mallard Drive property near TransCanada exit 504. Rashid Tufail of Mississauga, Ontario, who is listed as the sole director … Continue reading →

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More pavement, fewer trees around luxury downtown apartments

Posted on May 14, 2018 by brucewark

Information compiled by Sackville resident Sharon Hicks and confirmed by town planner Lori Bickford shows the proposed luxury apartment building in the heart of downtown would have fewer trees around it and more above-ground parking behind it than I have … Continue reading →

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