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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Government and PAL Airlines announce connecting routes between Deer Lake, Gander and St. John's
The routes will run seasonally from June 15th to September 20th, operating four days per week, creating the potential for economic benefits for the tourism industry.
It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week, "Volunteers Make Waves"
Corner Brook Mayor Jim Parsons says volunteers help by filling the gaps.
Bulk garbage spring clean up in Corner Brook starts tomorrow with option to drop off at Wild Cove
Proof of a city address is needed and those who use it will also be given a ticket to win a $100 gas card.
Winning lotto ticket sold at Pasadena Irving
The winning ticket is worth $64,000
Municipal Awareness is next week, celebration at the Civic Centre next Friday
Parsons says this is open to the public and there will be contests for kids, who are starting to learn what the city does.
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Askin' For A Friend
Sean Hogan
When Love Comes Around
Alan Jackson
Purple Irises (Ft. Gwen Stefani)
Blake Shelton
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2025
Saturday May 3 is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2025
