Corner Brook has grappled with low vacancy rates and the lack of affordable housing for some time.
It looks like some relief is on the horizon. Mayor Jim Parsons says Herald Towers is being developed into an apartment complex, and there’s development at the former Western Star building and Presentation school.
Mayor Parsons says the downtown area is the right place or this type of development. He says this private sector development proves there is a need and a market.
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Stephenville council sends letter to government asking for a stable power solution for the airport
They want to see a stable power solution for the airport, and an emergency meeting on short and long term infrastructure responses.
Construction on 6 new NLHC units to start soon
Brook Construction received the $2.6 million contract to build the 6 new units.
Outdoor fire ban is lifted but permit still required to burn grass, brush and other materials
A permit to burn is not required for backyard fires, recreational campfires, or boil-ups only if conducted safely.
No bidders on a tender to build 50 new NLHC units in Corner Brook, but one bid on 6 new units
In this build, the multi-unit building will feature three second-level and three ground-level units. One ground-level unit will be fully accessible, with level no-step entry and a fully wheelchair accessible kitchen and bathroom.
Corner Brook MHA says recent cuts to fares at Marine Atlantic violates our Constitutional interests
Gerry Byrne says bridge users in PEI will see more than 75 percent reduction for commercial traffic to support their economy and jobs, NL gets no such benefit.
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Corner Brook City Council Meeting , July 21, 2025
Corner Brook City Council Meeting , July 21, 2025
