Local News Briefs
- Maintenance Costs Worry Thorold – Thorold city councillors want to renegotiate an agreement that makes the city responsible for maintenance for the path along the south side of Sir Isaac Brock Way and St. David’s Rd. The cost to construct the path was financed by the MTO, the Niagara Region, St. Catharines and Thorold but only Thorold is responsible for maintenance costs. (Thorold News)
- Clothing Donations – The St. Catharines Museum is asking for warm winter clothing donations for families in need. The annual Mitten Tree Campaign runs from December 2 to January 6. (GiantFM)
- Free Parking – St. Catharines is offering free downtown parking for three hours after noon, Monday to Friday, at all city-owned lots, parking meters and the Ontario Street garage from Dec. 11 to 29. In Niagara-on-the-Lake, free parking will be available in the Heritage District (Old Town) for the entire month of December. (Niagara this Week)
- Thorold Intersection Under Review – Thorold city council is looking at ways to make the intersection of Pine St. S and Sullivan Ave safer, where a McDonald’s is being planned. Installing traffic lights could cost $500,000 to $600,000 but temporary solutions, such as a crossing guard or speed humps, are also being considered. (Thorold News)
