The Canning Bridge in Marystown used to connect residents on the town’s south side to the town’s north side, where all of its grocery stores, restaurants and shops are located. (John Stapleton/Town of Marystown - image credit)John Stapleton/Town of MarystownThe Canning Bridge in Marystown used to connect residents on the town's south side to the town's north side, where all of its grocery stores, restaurants and shops are located. It's taking a toll on residents, including women and children living in shelter care at the Grace Sparkes House, which sits on the town's south side, away from many critical services. There's another bridge that connects the town's south and north sides, but it's much farther down the highway and farther away from the town's center and business district. Slaney says the shelter has always depended on taxis to transport women and children from both sides of the town.
