Funding To Fix Bayside Middle's Auditorium

Bayside Middle school and East Saint John the big winner with a big funding announcement including $55,000 from the Federal government to replace seats in the school's theatre.

Principal Pat Laskey says they use the auditorium a lot and the biggest complaint was that the seats were not comfortable.

He says he can see more musicals in the school's future and other educational following the renovation of the theatre.

Phase 2 of the project will include new washrooms and making the theatre more accessible.

Phase 1 which also includes new flooring and paint the theatre should be complete by March 31st.