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National Aboriginal Day: June 21, 2017
Camp Tidnish’s 80th Anniversary
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Amherst Lions Park Dedication & Community Celebration
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No Fee Youth Ice Pilot Project Evaluation Report
Canada vs Russia
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Promised Church Street Crosswalk Installed
Gordon Smith Retires
LA Animal Shelter – Did You Know?
Amherst Firefighters Recognized For Their Volunteer Work
Open fires continue to be a hassle for the Town of Amherst
Winter parking regulations in effect on Nov. 15
Public hearing re: Cumberland Ridge Development Agreement
Second quarter financial results
Willow Street road closure extended
Municipal Awareness Week declared by Amherst, Cumberland
Dual stream recycling may be on its way for Amherst
Amherst supports effort to get hospice services
: YMCA presents Richards, Schurman with Peace Medallions
Amherst’s alcohol policy to remain unchanged
Amherst ready to take on winter
Amherst to install third pressure reducing valve chamber
Dual-stream recycling one step closer to reality in Amherst
Deal reached to ensure skating in downtown Amherst
Traffic to be interrupted on Robert Angus Drive
Amherst, Cumberland Ridge Development sign new agreement
And the crowd goes wild!
Church Street crosswalk officially opened
Amherst congratulates Amherst, N.Y., on its bicentennial
Reservoir replacement project hits milestone
Amherst town hall undergoes an administrative reorganization
Amherst takes another step towards dual-stream recycling
Tidbits from Amherst town council’s December sessions
Town fears for future of VIA Rail station project
Amherst hosting Atlantic Canada Forest Health Workshop
Town, VIA Rail reach deal to save train station
Condolences to CAO Greg Herrett
Town of Amherst supports United Way’s Festival of Trees
Amherst town council committee of the whole briefs
African Heritage Month proclaimed by Amherst mayor
Amherst, police union react to cop arbitration ruling
Amherst town council helps with bus purchase
Mayor proclaims Feb. 11-17 Family Violence Prevention Week
Annual Athletic Achievers Presentations
Amherst provides funding for African Heritage Month event
Amherst provides funding for seniors curling championships
Amherst Board of Police Commissioners Citizen Appointments
Bylaw to Amend Solid Waste Bylaw
Scout-Guide flag flies over Amherst
No Fee Ice Survey
Council February committee of the whole briefs
Dual-stream recycling to be implemented
Daren White named Amherst’s volunteer of the year
Amherst adopts new policy for appointment to committees
February 26 council briefs
Mayor Kogon's statement re: NSSC's reprimand of Coun. Byrne
Shelley Rector appointed chief financial officer
Town of Amherst hiring summer students
March 19 COW briefs
March 26 regular town council session briefs
Fire 52 Willow St. Amherst March 29
New tourism strategic planning committee seeks industry representatives
Town of Amherst recognizes volunteers
Town of Amherst honours athletic achievers
April 23 committee of the whole briefs
National Day of Mourning
Mayor Kogon declares May Gaelic Nova Scotia Month
Wellfield Water Source Protection Strategy approved
Archway Insurance named Canada's top brokerage
Mayor congratulates Archway Insurance
Amherst, police union sign contract
Municipal indicator report presents positive snapshot
Isthmus of Chignecto transportation link study
Mayor Kogon declares May 20-26 VON Week in Amherst
Amherst firefighters battle multi-vehicle blaze
Amherst approves 2018-19 budget, sets tax rate
Town, CUPE sign agreement extensiion
Town of Amherst launches two-phased study on policing costs
Town of Amherst approves Active Transportation Plan
May 28 council briefs
Water main cleaning
Mayor declares June 2-9 National Health and Fitness Week
Pride Week in Amherst proclaimed
Pride Week in Amherst launched with flag raising
June 21 proclaimed National Indigenous Peoples Day
Construction season is here; do you have your permit?
Celebrate Summer Kickoff launches Amherst’s summer season
Second reading of Deed Transfer Tax bylaw amendment passed
Heads up! Helmets On! Amherst police promote use of helmets
Active Transportation Plan praised by province
Amherst hands out Community Support Grants
National Indigenous Peoples Day in Amherst
“A” Fresh Start initiative launched by Amherst town council
Amherst, Ramblers sign stadium use agreement
Staff Sgt. Scott White's last patrol
Electric car charger opened behind Amherst town hall
Amherst recognizes long-service employees
Fire damages two houses, destroys vehicle
Canada Day 2018
East Pleasant Street reconstruction to begin
Gordon Food Service expands Amherst distribution centre
Chief Ian Naylor recognized for contributions to policing
Bicycle network markings installed on Amherst streets
Crosswalk review recommends elimination of 67 crosswalks
Bordertown Biker Bash
New Amherst reservoir officially commissioned
Amherst town council awards Willow Street reconstruction tender
Amherst throws its support behind healthcare petition
Bluewave Energy, Archway Insurance sponsor ‘A’ Fest
Statement from Mayor David Kogon on health care
Oulton College paramedic students donate helmets to Amherst
Amherst town council statement on physician crisis at CRHCC
Equipment malfunction causes lift station overflow
Overdose awareness day
Amherst Bantam Baseball given Community Support Grant
CSA-certified helmets mandatory at Stadium
Willow Street infrastructure renewal project underway
‘A’ Fresh Start Community Initiative applications available
Mayor declares Sept. 16-22 Zonta Week in the Town of Amherst
Work begins on proposed cannabis regulations
'A' Fest photo essay
Garden suite request given first reading by council
Amherst ends 2017-18 fiscal year with 558,000 surplus
Jones obtains Executive Chief Fire Officer designation
East Pleasant Street infrastructure renewal project
Remembrance banners honour veterans
Town of Amherst, Cumberland YMCA sign funding agreement
Three community groups in running for ‘A’ Fresh grant
Amherst planning event to honour first responders
Emergency Responders Memorial Parade and Church Service
Council approves second reading of PACE Bylaw
Bench dedicated to memory of Christopher Baxter
Amherst mayor receives first poppy
Amherst Heritage Trust tops ‘A’ Fresh Start Initiative
North Nova Scotia Highlander mural dedicated
Amherst remembers
'A' Fresh Start Community Initiative grants presented
Mayor declares Municipal Awareness Week in Amherst
Amherst kicks off holiday season with festive weekend
Amherst adopts expense reimbursement, hospitality policies
Amherst receives four blooms from Communities in Bloom
Willow St. infrastructure renewal project on hiatus
Amherst keeping its police force
Amherst Sea Cadet Corps gets cheque
Jan. 21, 2019 committee of the whole
Amherst proclaims African Heritage Month 2019
LUB changes regulating cannabis uses receives 2nd reading
Amherst Curling Club receives $300 community support grant
Family Violence Prevent Week 21019 proclaimed
Town of Amherst recognizes Athletic Achievers
Three-way deal gives new life to Amherst’s historic train station
Former councillor Jack Matthews dies
2019 Volunteers of the Year
Development agreement for 150 Victoria St. E. has 2nd readin
Town supports U18, U16 basketball teams with community support grant
Flags lowered to half-mast to honour John McLean
Fresh Start Community Initiative grant applications accepted
Mayor David Kogon declares March 26 Purple Day in Amherst
Parking at Rambler hockey games creating safety issue
Flags lowered to half-mast in honour of Truro firefighter
Dwayne Pike named Amherst’s police chief
Amherst set to celebrate French Toast
Capital budget short list approved
Ladies Auxiliary provide fire department with rehab tent
Town of Amherst to honour First Responders
Potholes proliferate during springtime
Flag raised to honour, thank First Responders
Town of Amherst recognizes more than two dozen volunteers
Amherst experiencing positive economic news
First Responders Week in photos
Town to seek public's input on water fluoridation
Mayor proclaims Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Fred Page Cup - Day 1
Fred Page Cup - Day 2 Recap
Fred Page Cup - Day 3
Fred Page Cup - Day 4, the semifinal
Fred Page Cup - Day 5, the championship
Amherst town council sets water utility operating budget
Street sweeper a sure sign of spring
Amherst sets general residential and commercial tax rates
VON Week 2019 proclaimed
Amherst council approves community support grant spending
Amherst takes on ParticipACTION Challenge
Five in the running for ‘A’ Fresh Start Initiative grant
Buske appointed as Amherst’s Building Official
Recreation Director Bill Schurman tenders his resignation
Fire simulator just like the real thing
Pride Week proclaimed by Amherst mayor
Amherst’s no-fee ice project recognized by Sport Nova Scotia
Hunter named Amherst’s deputy police chief
Amherst launches Pride Week with flag raising
A Fresh Start Community Initiative support grants handed out
Third annual Pride parade
Amherst to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21
Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated in Amherst
Town of Amherst awards paving tender
Town of Amherst declares climate emergency
Amherst town council passes second reading of amendments to Smoke Free bylaw
Goodbye Bill
Amherst celebrates Canada Day 2019
Closure of Amherst POW camp remembered
Amherst-CUPE LOCAL 1233 agree to extend collective agreement
Funding for Cumberland Region Tourism Strategy approved
Washroom-changeroom facility officially opened at Lions Park
Town of Amherst hands out Community Support Grants
Bordertown Biker Bash 2019
Amherst Police Department holds day camp for youth
Thirty-year veteran of Amherst Police Department promoted
Amherst firefighters battle blaze at 35 Elmwood Dr.
Fire destroys vacant Amherst home
Acadian flag to fly over Town of Amherst
Sept. declared Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in Amherst
Hurricane Dorian
Hurricane Dorian cleanup
Archway Insurance, Ultramar, platinum sponsors for ‘A Fest
Zonta Week 2019
'A Fest 2019
Border Enhancement Committee presents report
Amherst mayor proclaims Right to Know Week in Amherst
Amherst ends 2018-19 fiscal year with surplus
Amherst officer Aaron Graham promoted to rank of sergeant
Amherst wins national marketing award
Amherst Mayor proclaims Sept. 30, 2019, as Medic Monday
Amherst announces changes to recreation department
It was another 4-Bloom year for the Town of Amherst
RESPONSE TO BAN ON SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS
Emergency Services Memorial Day 2019
Oct 24 2019 Committee of the Whole news briefs
Canada Career Month proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Councillor committee appointments ratified
Remembrance Day 2019
Christie Park being refurbished
Municipal Awareness Week proclaimed
2019 Holiday Kickoff
2019 Municipal Awareness Week - Operations Department
Municipal Awareness Week 2019 - police
Town of Amherst’s first Community Well-Being Manager hired
Municipal Awareness Week 2019 - fire
Nov. 18, 2019 committee of the whole meeting
Municipal Awareness Week 2019 - Corporate Services
Const. Tristan Follow joins APD as full-time officer
Caitlin MacKenzie joins APD as full-time constable
Stefan Deuville joins APD as a full-time officer.
Cookie Crawl excitement intensifying
News briefs from council's Nov. 25, 2019, session
Amherst Area Heritage Trust receives community support grant
Deputy town clerk helps NSCC students prepare for real world
Terms of reference of Poverty Reduction Advisory Committee
Tamara Porter appointed acting business development officer
Commercial Phase-In Assessment Agreement
police, fire departments investigating suspicious fires
Charges laid following fatal Amherst fire
Christmas Day fire destroys mobile home
Family First New Year's Eve celebration
Committee of the whole recommends helping the environment
First step taken towards new multi-purpose community centre
African Heritage Month proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Amherst town council approves $2.8-million capital budget
Family Violence Prevention Week proclaimed
Tamara Porter to remain acting business development officer
Grant to help Amherst reduce green-house-gas emissions
Athletic Achievers recognized by the Town of Amherst
Amherst Winter Carnival 2020
News briefs from Feb. 18, 2020, committee of the whole
Town of Amherst supports International Women’s Day
HomeWarming program could help low-income homeowners
Development agreement approved by Amherst town council
Team Finland to train in Amherst
Library receives cheque from Town of Amherst for new chairs
‘A’ Fresh Start Community Initiative grant applications
Energy-efficiency upgrade financing available
Town of Amherst takes steps to mitigate impact of COVID-19
Committee meeting closed to public due to COVID-19 concerns
Amherst town hall closed to the public
Steps taken by Amherst police to mitigate health risk
Mayor David Kogon issues statement on COVID-19 pandemic
Town asks people not to flush wipes down the toilet
Town of Amherst closes its parks
Amherst proclaims April Essential Services Workers Month
Mayor provides update on COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 uncertainty leads to staffing adjustments
Mayor provides COVID-19 pandemic update on April 15, 2020
Fire destroys Standish Street home
Fire heavily damages Amherst home
Town of Amherst waives interest fees
Town of Amherst approves water utility’s operating budget
Mayor David Kogon's April 28, 2020, COVID-19 statement
May 17-23, 2020, declared VON Week in the Town of Amherst
21 May 2020 - Mayor David Kogon COVID-19 update
May 25-29 proclaimed Lyme Disease Awareness Week in Amherst
Overall tax rates remain unchanged; Amherst approves budgets
Amherst to use federal list of electors in municipal election
Solar panels erected on Amherst Stadium roof
Fire damages Belliveau Avenue apartment building
Pride Week proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
A fully electronic election may be in Amherst’s future
Christie Park elm tree inoculated against Dutch Elm disease
Gautreau retires after 44 years with Town of Amherst
Amherst firefighters’ quick action saves Amherst Stadium
Amherst, Sackville mayors meet, urge border reopening
Town crews lay new sod on field at Robb’s Centennial Complex
Amherst town hall reopens for business
Amherst to have its first fully electronic municipal election
Canada Day going virtual
Municipalities solid waste disposal system
Albion Street infrastructure project set to start
Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre reopens
Amended Fire and Burning of Material Bylaw to go into effect
Atlantic Bubble border woes
New sidewalk for Hickman Street
New part-time police constable on duty in Town of Amherst
Amherst Lions Park splashpad officially opened
Amherst town council ratifies contract with CUPE Local 1233
New fire engine delivered to Amherst Fire Department
New sign to direct traffic to Laplanche Street
Amherst Stadium to reopen
Street undergoes name change
Town registers its AEDs with provincial AED registry
Town of Amherst CFO Shelley Rector resigns
Fifteen candidates vying for seats on Amherst town council
Mayor proclaims Zonta Week in the Town of Amherst
Scarecrows supplying scary, spooky stroll through town
Community support grants 2020
Fire destroys major portion of century-old Amherst building
Photo essay on Sept. 19, 2020, fire.
Town of Amherst proclaims Right to Know Week 2020
Amherst mayor proclaims Sept. 28, 2020, as Medic Monday
Transfer from operating reserves approved by Amherst council
Amherst Food Assistance Network gets Community Support Grant
Taylor Ford thanked for doctor retention, recruitment help
Plaques presented to youth, adult volunteers of the year
Mind Your Business Cumberland workshops being offered
Michael Hunter appointed Amherst’s new CFO
Santa Claus still coming to town
Town of Amherst, police union reach new five-year agreement
Alternative voting process proves successful
Walking track at Amherst Stadium to reopen
New crosswalk to be placed at Park-Mission St. intersection
Amherst presents Trail of Treats with grant
New Amherst council to be sworn in on Nov. 3, 2020
Amherst town council sworn in
Names of veterans who died in Korean War added to cenotaph
Amherst town council sworn in on Nov. 3, 2020
Plans for Santa’s visit changing
Amherst Remembers 2020
Pettis, Wallace named AFFA's firefighters of the year
Municipal Awareness Week proclaimed
Committee recommends changing December meeting dates
Town crews ready for winter weather - 2020
Municipal Awareness Week 2020
Municipal Awareness Week 2020 - police
Municipal Awareness Week 2020 - Fire Department
Municipal Awareness Week 2020 - Corporate Services
Victoria Square lit in orange
Council member committee appointments approved
Santa to visit Amherst
Town of Amherst implementing post-holiday “circuit-breaker”
Committee recommends temporary borrowing resolution
Watson joins Amherst as its new active living co-ordinator
frustration over closure of Highway 104’s Exit 1A
New officer joins ranks of Amherst Police Department
Cheryls Cozy’s mittens free for the taking
Staff directed to have water rate study conducted
Amherst Stadium walking track hours to be expanded
African Heritage Month proclaimed in Amherst 2021
Amherst Ramblers, Town of Amherst sign one-year agreement
Town of Amherst proclaims Family Violence Prevention Week
Stadium walking track hours extended
Town of Amherst hands out Athletic Achiever awards
Proposed revisions, consolidations and amendments presented
Important notice re: Cumberland Central Landfill
Council approves mandatory provincial contribution area rate
Amherst to celebrate French toast
Every Shift is a Marathon community support grant
Committee recommends extending customer service positions
‘A’ Fresh Start grant applications accepted
Amherst council approves priorities
Purple Day proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Fire destroys large garage on outskirts of Amherst
Town of Amherst appoints interim CAO
Town of Amherst recognizes volunteers 2021
Committee recommends amending AYTC policy
Amherst town council approves $2.1-million capital budget
Council approves development agreements
COVID-19 lockdown results in closure of some town facilities
Michelle Terfry joins the ‘A’ team
May declared Lyme Disease Awareness Month
May proclaimed Census Month in the Town of Amherst
Youth centre a step closer to reality
Town aware of COVID rumour
Public Health confirms town employee has COVID-19
Business Development Officer resigns
Matthew Brown joins the ‘A’ team
Amherst Stadium to be used as COVID-19 testing centre
Marie MacDonald, longtime receptionist, retires
Committee recommends amendments to policy
VON week 2021 proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
A Fresh Start Community Initiative grant finalists announced
News briefs from May 25, 2021, council meeting
Leonard Tower retires after 43 years with Town of Amherst
Amherst solar garden
Jason McBurnie new Public Works transportation foreman
Amherst approves 21-22 operating budgets
Youth centre takes another step forward
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day proclaimed
Pride Week proclaimed in the Town of Amherst - 2021
News brief from June 21, 2021 COW meeting
A Fresh Start Community Initiative support grants announced
Amherst town council appoints Jason MacDonald as new CAO
Amherst town council gives first reading to new noise bylaw
News briefs from June 28, 2021, council meeting
Cumberland Central Landfill Sale Approved
David Gautreau retires after 45 years with the TOA
Amherst, Truemanville firefighters fight Hickman St. fire
Amherst hands out community support grant
Emancipation Day proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Solid Waste Bylaw amendments get first reading
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee terms approved
2nd round of A Fresh Start grant applications now accepted
Donated books aimed at helping children read
Solid Waste Bylaw amendments get second reading
Sept 6-10, 2021, proclaimed FASD Awareness Week
Amherst firefighters battle stubborn fire
Amherst Athletics receive a $500 community support grant
Amherst Fire Department seeking recruits
Rail Safety Week proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Amherst recognizes long-service employees
News from the Sept. 20, 2021, committee of the whole meeting
Amherst Striders Running Club praises town’s trail system
Right to Know Week proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Town of Amherst proclaims Sept. 27, 2021, as Medic Monday
Mayors express health-care concern re: nurses shortage
Council appoints inaugural members to two new committees
National Truth and Reconciliation Day proclaimed in Amherst
Amherst receives plaque commemorating 125th Anniversary NLC
Amendments made to Salary Administration Policy
IDE committee chair, vice-chair appointed
Crosswalk flag pilot project launched
Amherst sets COVID-19 vaccination policy
Sherry Rideout joins the ‘A’ team
Committee recommends council accept donations
Grants assist three community organizations
CSheila Christie elected to serve term as deputy-mayor
Fire forces residents from rooming house
Santa Claus is coming to town
Water rates remain low, despite proposed increases
Firefighter Andrew Bickle named volunteer of the year
Town of Amherst approves land exchange agreement
Longtime town engineer Ben Pitman retires
Amendments to snow and ice management policy sent to council
Zonta Week proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
N.S.’s First Community Solar Garden is Open for Applications
Council approves sanitary sewer agreement with MCC
Condolences to CAO Jason MacDo
Town renews agreement with Maritime Gas Ltd.
Amherst walking challenge times four
Town of Amherst to seek public input on town council size
Town of Amherst, local Lions club sign MOU
African Heritage Month proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Fire Department, Public Works seeks public’s help
Cumberland Central Landfill sale complete
Jeffery Bacon, Amherst’s new business development officer
Two appointed to new Poverty Reduction Advisory Committee
Amherst repeals COVID-19 vaccination policy
Amherst takes possession of new electric-powered Zamboni
Amherst to celebrate fourth annual French Toast Fest
Committee recommends approving Mandatory Area Rate
Amherst sets Mandatory Provincial Contribution Area Rate
Town launches Plan Amherst
April proclaimed Autism Acceptance Month in Amherst
Fire damages former Amherst pawn shop
Sierra Leone exodus recognized
Committee recommends amendment to policy
Amendments to policy, bylaw approved by Amherst town council
Paul Calder named Amherst’s 2022 volunteer of the year
May proclaimed Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Amherst
Consultant hired to conduct feasibility study
Amherst seeks more information on proposed wind project
Town applying funding for storm water management study
Amherst opposes new non-resident provincial property tax
Fire sends two to hospital, destroys home
Cumberland County Soldiers Memorial Monument being renovated
International Day Against Homophobia&Transphobia proclaimed
Committee recommends maintaining current size of council
Committee recommends council consider changing street name
VON Week 2022 proclaimed
Coun. gives 1st reading to amendment, development agreement
Amherst proclaims Access Awareness Week
Accessibility Advisory Committee seeking input
Amherst proclaims June 8, 2022, World Oceans Day
Council approves tax rates, operating and capital budgets
Pride Week 2022 proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Amherst police donate bikes to Bridge Adult Service Centre
Donation to benefit youth, museum
Council approves purchase of fire truck, paving contract
Active Transportation Plan reaching goals, hindered by some
Deputy-Mayor Sheila Christie resigns
Amherst ff help Make a Wish Foundation fulfill wish
Emancipation Day statement 2022
Amherst taking steps to make parks accessible to all
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month proclaimed
Victoria Sq. blue in support of Prostate Cancer Awareness
Amherst to conduct storm water management study
Town of Amherst supports new Little League T-ball field
Floral displays have Amherst looking wonderful
Amherst making skatepark more user-friendly
Amherst will be spooktacular in October
Hurricane Fiona expected to impact Amherst and area
Sept. 26, 2022, proclaimed Medic Monday
Amherst Board of Police Commissioners bylaw amended
National Truth and Reconciliation Day 2022
First reading given to development agreement
Town of Amherst conducts salary review, reorganizes staff
Council makes year-end adjustments to 2021-22 budgets
Appointments to Amherst Youth Town Council made
ROV inspects Town of Amherst’s water tanks
Disability Employment Awareness Month proclaimed
Homelessness is not a crime says Amherst police chief
Saxby Gale a reminder of impact storms could have on isthmus
Major step taken to establishing affordable housing
Flag protocol policy amendment recommended
Amherst calls on Can., N.S. and N.B. to protect the Isthmus
Finding parts for broken stadium elevator challenging
New trail encourages physical fitness
Cheryls Cozy’s Mittens are there to help keep folks warm
Matthew Selig takes on new role with the Town of Amherst
November proclaimed Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month
Isthmus of Chignecto letter
Firefighters recognized during banquet
Council accepts 2021-22 audited financial statements
Town of Amherst hirers new land-use planner
Amherst congratulates marathoner
Amherst working to address housing issue
Amherst committee of the whole 21 Nov 22 highlights
Town investigating alternative to sponge surfaces in parks
Zonta proclamation proclaimed
Amherst erects anti-racism declaration in Amherst Stadium
Town of Amherst welcomes emergency shelter funding
Amherst town council 28 Nov 22 meeting highlights
health-care recruitment, retention
Fire destroys Pumping Station Road home
Amherst town council Dec. 19, 2022, meeting highlights
Sharon Bristol appointed as Community Living Director
Amherst 2022 - A Year in Review
Amherst mayor gives addresses local Rotary Club
Four in running for vacant council seat
Protection of Isthmus of Chignecto discussed with Houston
Solid waste collection contract awarded
Amherst assisting in providing affordable/supportive housing
Town of Amherst adopts accessibility strategy
EV charging stations installed behind town hall
African Heritage Month 2023 proclaimed in Town of Amherst
Long-service awards presented to Amherst police officers
Town employees presented with QElI Platinum Jubilee Medal
Amherst’s new active living co-ordinator
Lord Amherst Drive replaced by Ancestral Drive
Charlie Chambers wins vacant council seat
Amherst Athletic Achievers 2023
Watson named Cumberland’s first ever Community Navigator
Amherst council approves 2023-23 capital budget
March 2023 proclaimed Amyloidosis Awareness Month
Amherst town council February meeting highlights
Amherst council gives 1st reading to development agreements
Charlie Chambers sworn in as Amherst town councillor
World Kidney Day proclaimed
French Toast Festival returning to Amherst
Lillian Allbon Animal Shelter presents plans for new shelter
Council makes appointments to boards, committees
Several development agreements given first / second reading
27 March 23 Amherst town council highlights
Amherst Fire Department seeking recruits 2023
Seek public input into development of Cumberland guide
Amherst-CUPE ratify new three-year deal
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee seeks public input
Isthmus of Chignecto discussed with N.B. minister
Amherst recognizes its volunteers
Council receives update on Afghanistan War Memorial Project
Amherst approves 2023-24 operating budgets, tax rates
Amherst town council April 24, 2023, meeting highlights
Lyme Disease Awareness Month proclaimed in Amherst
VON WEEK proclaimed in the Town of Amherst
Town of Amherst Proclaims Access Awareness Week
Mi'kmaw historian, author, activist Dan Paul dies
Amherst Town Council September 25, 2023, Meeting Highlights
Afghanistan War Memorial Unveiled During Ceremony in Amherst
Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund Grant Received
Amherst Town Council October 30, 2023 – Meeting Highlights
Community Living
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Heritage Gas Limited
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Amherst Barber Shop
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Atlantic Combustion Technologies Inc.
Atlantic All-Weather Windows Ltd.
Dowe Concrete Products
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Marden Wild of Canada Ltd.
James Austin Merchandising Ltd.
Harris Atlantic Sales Limited
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Moore Automotive & Recreation Ltd.
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D. R. Polley Used Cars Limited
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Carquest Amherst Ltd.
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BFL CANADA Risk and Insurance Services Inc.
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Community Credit Union of Cumberland and Colchester Ltd.
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J.E. Bembridge Enterprises Ltd.
Island View Holdings Ltd
DLC Properties Ltd.
Cumberland Investments Ltd.
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Coldwell Banker Performance Realty
Casey Realty Limited
Amherst Town Square
Amherst Centre Mall
Re/Max County Line Realty Ltd.
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In Good Hands Contracting Ltd.
George Family Mowing
Fundy Landscaping Services
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Rayworth & Roberts Surveys Ltd.
Peter E. Belliveau (Law Office)
McIsaac Darragh Chartered Professional Accountants
McCullough Environmental Engineering
Jorgensen & Bickerton Incorporated
Jim O'Neil Law
Interpretation Resources Consulting Incorporated
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Cormier Weatherbee Chartered Professional Accountants Inc.
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W. B. Wells Heritage Foundation
Heritage Memorials Limited
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Amherst Cemetery Co,
Furlong Jones Funeral & Cremation Services
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The Treatment Room Amherst
Roy's Eyewear Ltd.
Michelle A. Primmer-Moss, RMT
Jessica Brown RMT
Burbine's Gym
Healing Touch Holistic
Family 1st Medical
DownHome Foot Care & Health Services
Jennifer Grant RMT
Victoria Manor Retirement Home Inc.
Tracie Mackinnon Massage Therapy
The Zen Touch Inc.
Sleep Therapeutics
Medigas (Praxair Canada Inc.)
Lawtons Home Health Care
Lawtons Drug Store
Amherst Pharmasave
Vogue Optical
Victorian Order Of Nurses For Canada
Trendy Eyewear Incorporated
Sexual Health Center for Cumberland County
Robichaud Chiropractic
Nova Denture Clinic
Hearing Life
Minocha Mckenney Dental
LifeMark Health Management Inc.
Innovative Hearing Solutions Inc.
Gateway Development Limited
FYI Doctors (FYI Eye Care Services and Products Inc.)
Gables Lodge
Centennial Villa
Attune Chiropractic Centre
Atlantic Smile Dentistry
Amherst Medical Associates
Amherst Family Dental Clinic
Amherst Chiropractic
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Nova 4 Metal Recyclers
Tuxedo Septic Cleaning Ltd.
Nova 4 Enviro Limited
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TN. Trenholm Construction Inc.
Cumberland Home Inspections
E. Graham Electrical
Woodchuck Construction
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Raytech Electrical Systems Ltd.
Ray F. Baker Holdings & Contracting
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Maritech Construction Inc.
Larry Burke Electric
Lake & Skinner Electric
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J. A. Richard & Son
J. & K. Electric Ltd.
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Costin Paving & Contracting Ltd
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Blakeney's Plumbing and Heating
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Nibs' Top Quality Used Furniture & Appliances Limited
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Sweet Dreams Furniture & Appliances Inc.
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Pink Ladies Maid Service
Holmes & Maltby Cleaners Amherst Limited
George's Barrell Laundromat Ltd
G & A Enterprises Cleaning 2018 (Billy-Jo's)
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Cumberland County Animal Hospital
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Clarence Farm Services Limited
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Colson Overhead Doors
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Hunter Interiors (2000) Amherst Limited
Fundy Carpet Limited
Eddy Group Limited
ALweather Windows and Doors
Allen's Locksmithing, Paint and More (Allen Millwork Limited)
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Red's Apron Meals to Go And Market
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Circle K #2048
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Richard's Parts and More N.S. Ltd.
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Maritime Tartan Company and East Coast Lifestyle Authorized Retailer
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Hart Department Store
Traynor Electronics
Dayle's Grand Market (Dayle's Maritimes Limited)
East Coast Records
Carved in Oak Boutique
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Wal-Mart Canada Corp
Thirty Church The Womens' Store Clothing
The Good Guys Brew Shoppe
The Copper Tree Boutique
The Bicycle Specialist
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Northern Reflections Ltd.
Mrs. Pugsley's Emporium Inc.
Mark's Work Warehouse Ltd.
Maritime Mosaic
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Dollarama Inc.
Deanne Fitzpatrick Studio Ltd.
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