Published November 21, 2009 in The Truro Daily News

By HARRY SULLIVAN

 A new regional civic centre could offer substantial economic benefits and should be considered an investment, as opposed to a cost, top local officials believe. (more…)

Published November 20, 2009 in The Truro Daily News

By MONIQUE CHIASSON
A proposed civic centre in Colchester County would cost about $11 million more than originally anticipated.
The multi-million dollar shortfall places the new cost at almost $50 million. The municipality  previously signed a memorandum of understanding to fund $6.6 million of the original cost, while the town signed up for $4.4 million.
Project organizers want the county and town to double their respective financial commitments.
“It’s a great project … but a tough pill to swallow to go to taxpayers to double our commitment,” said County Coun. Tom Taggart. (more…)

Published May 25, 2009 in The Truro Daily News

By Jill Fowler

Federal Minister Peter MacKay visited Truro on Sunday night and with him he brought along a very strong commitment towards the proposed civic centre.

“I’m certain that in the very near future … I’ll be back standing here with all of you making an official announcement, and (will have) a great big cheque,” said MacKay. (more…)