Construction on schedule at events centre

Construction continues to move along at the downtown events centre. The Times and Transcript reports the big red crane is being removed now that the roof trusses and bleachers are in place.

More than 100 construction people will now begin work on glass panelling and masonry work outside along with plumbing, electrical and ventilation inside.

The construction is on schedule with completion set for September 2018.

Commandos moving to Edmundston

The Dieppe Commandos of the Maritime Hockey League have been sold and will be moving, according to the Times and Transcript.

It was announced yesterday the team, which has had success on the ice, has been struggling financially here. It’s being sold to a group that will move the team to Edmundston at the end of the season.