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More than half a million for Chester area

posted on 05/05/08 www.Southshorenow.ca

More than half a million dollars has been earmarked for recreation investment in the Chester District by the provincial government.

The department of Health Promotion and Protection made the announcement on May 5 at Church Memorial Park (CMP) in Chester.

The biggest investment will be $350,000 for CMP's Eleanor Pew Morris Memorial Rink that will be used to purchase a new electrical system and rink refrigeration unit.

Other investments include $17,000 for Chester District Elementary School, $25,000 for Gold River Western Shore School and $133,820 for New Ross Consolidated School for new playgrounds.

The Chester Church Memorial Park also received an investment of $350,000 for renovations to the ice arena and equipment upgrades.

St. Stephen's Parish Community Centre received a $50,000 investment to build a 3,000-square-foot community centre in Chester. The centre will offer a variety of classes including yoga, dance, and fitness

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"There’s no question it’s going to have an impact on the tourism season this year."

Are You New To The Chester and Area?

ARE YOU NEW TO NOVA SCOTIA? Newcomers Network starting soon for Chester and surrounding area. For more info call Corey Pickens, Immigration Navigator, Lunenburg Queens Regional Development Agency at 543-0491 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Chester's Recreational Centre

Chester's Recreational Centre could close down if funding for necessary improvements is not raised by the summer. Find out how you can help, financially or otherwise, by visiting the Church Memorial Park website or emailing the fundraising committee directly at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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More than half a million for Chester area