Residents of Matthews Ridge, Region One, are being employed to construct the new $800 million airstrip in the area, a release from the Ministry of Public Works said yesterday. Approximately, 50 persons will gain short term employment until the project is completed. During a visit yesterday, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill reaffirmed the government’s commitment to delivering the airstrip. (Ministry of Public Works photo)Residents of Matthews Ridge, Region One, are being employed to construct the new $800 million airstrip in the area, a release from the Ministry of Public Works said yesterday. Approximately, 50 persons will gain short term employment until the project is completed. During a visit yesterday, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill reaffirmed the government’s commitment to delivering the airstrip. (Ministry of Public Works photo)