Members of Millcroft Against Bad Development react to 425 trees coming down
Community group Millcroft Against Bad Development (MAD) opposes developer Millcroft Greens' plan to build 90 homes on a redeveloped golf course that runs through a neighbourhood in north Burlington, Ont. In early May, the developer cut down 425 trees in preparation for work. MAD members share their frustration.
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128-year-old mystery shipwreck scorched by fire on Vancouver Island
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