Costco looking to set up in Danny Williams's Galway

CostcoWholesale in St. John's is looking at pulling up roots from Stavanger Drive and moving toDanny Williams's Galway development.

"Costco officials have contacted our department of planning, development and engineeringto discuss a possible move to Galway," says St. John's Mayor Dennis O'Keefe.

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It's a rumour that's been burning its way through St. John's, but hasn't been confirmed by Danny Williams's company DewCor.

"Unfortunately, I am unable to confirm or deny any specifics. DewCor are in discussions with several potential retailers for the Galway development," saidDewCorspokeswomanElizabeth Williams.

"We prefer to not comment on speculation."

City of St. John's officials said they have not yet received written applications from Costco that would need to be filed to build in theGalway area.