By Robert Washburn
From the ashes of uncertainty, a new curling club will rise up to occupy the old Jack Heenan Arena, according to town officials this week. The final touches are being put on a contract between the town and the newly formed West Northumberland Curling Club to use the Jack Heenan Arena on Furnace Street based on a full cost recovery basis, meaning residents will not pay anything for the nearly 30-year old facility, said Chief Administrative Officer Stephen Peacock Tuesday. Mayor Gil Brocanier said is enthusiastic about the deal, which is estimated to save the town more than $300,000 a year. “It is a good thing because it will save the taxpayers money,’ he said. The agreement comes out of months of work by town staff, which began a process almost 18 months ago, Peacock explained. Continue Reading →