Articles from Le Nouvelliste

The expansion project at Carrefour 40-55 is controversial because it plans to destroy wetlands just before municipal elections. Only one of five mayoral candidates supported this project, with two others pledging to stop it. Rushing to start the work before electing new leaders raises democratic concerns.

The work on the Laviolette Bridge involves the final installation of the membrane to completely asphalt the structure. This will be carried out over three consecutive weekends. Spokesperson Roxanne Pellerin highlighted this final crucial effort to complete the project.

The Bécancour industrial park plans to add a multifunctional path within two to three years, restoring a cycling route for the community. The previous path was dismantled due to the battery industry's arrival in 2022. This project aims to enhance local infrastructure while addressing community needs.

The dismantling of the Pont des Piles is underway, with its structure gradually being removed in a series of delicate operations. Jean-François Baril, a structural expert and project manager, oversees the work for Quebec's Ministry of Transport. A media visit was organized to closely follow this complex operation.

The mayor of Sainte-Françoise, Mario Lyonnais, officially inaugurated a new multifunctional building. The ceremony was attended by Donald Martel, the deputy of Nicolet-Bécancour, along with several financial partners. This project was made possible through close collaboration among various stakeholders.

Promoters involved in social housing construction will be required to pay a fee of $2225 per unit when acquiring a building permit. This measure aims to ensure that developers contribute to the funding of public housing projects. The policy is part of efforts to address the shortage of affordable housing.

A new real estate project is planned for the former site of Béton Trois-Rivières. The development is set to be located at the intersection of de Courval Street and du Père-Marquette Street. This construction will transform the area previously used for industrial purposes into a new housing or commercial space.

The government of Québec has announced a partnership for wind energy development in Eastern Québec, with a potential investment of up to $18 billion. The initiative is projected to generate 6,000 megawatts (MW) of energy. This investment is part of the government's strategy to boost renewable energy in the region.

The city council of Louiseville has approved a minor variance for a construction project allowing the increase of maximum units and height on Saint-Laurent Avenue. This decision permits Gestion Étienne Rocheleau to proceed with a residential project comprising 32 units and four floors, valued at nearly 10 million dollars. The project includes the demolition of two existing buildings near Notre-Dame Sud Street.

Plans and specifications for a new primary school in Nicolet are to be completed this fall, with construction starting in 2026. The new school will be located along Frère-Dominique Street, replacing the current site of the Le Rendez-Vous Community Center.

Historian René Beaudoin has sparked a discussion about naming the new Pont des Piles. Following a suggestion in a recent article, Beaudoin supports naming the bridge in honor of Jean Chrétien. The debate around the bridge's name is ongoing, engaging various community members.

The article discusses the potential resurgence of physical and hands-on professions, such as mechanics, cooking, and construction, in the face of the digital age. It posits that while the virtual world is expanding, real-world skills and trades will continue to be valuable and may even thrive as a response to the digital revolution's limitations. These trades, often undervalued by proponents of digital innovation, may emerge stronger and more resilient. The piece emphasizes the enduring necessity of tangible skills in a world increasingly dominated by digital technologies.