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