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  • French Toast Fest Returns to Amherst March 23–30

    French Toast Fest Returns to Amherst March 23–30

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    Published: 25 March 2026

    The Town of Amherst is excited to welcome back French Toast Fest, returning this year from March 23–30. The week-long celebration invites residents and visitors to explore creative French toast...

  • Notice of Publication - By-law to Amend the Commercial Development Support Program By-law P-9

    Notice of Publication - By-law to Amend the Commercial Development Support Program By-law P-9

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    Published: 25 March 2026

    Notice is hereby given that Amherst Town Council, at a regular meeting held March 23, 2026, approved second and final reading of a By-law to Amend the Commercial Development Support By-law P-9.

    This...

  • Male Arrested and Facing Driving Related Charges

    Male Arrested and Facing Driving Related Charges

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    Published: 24 March 2026
    Amherst Police Department

    A 39-year-old Amherst man has been arrested and is facing numerous charges relating to driving-related incidents that have occurred in Amherst in January 2026. The accused...

Drugs and Addiction

Internal and external education, individual and community support, and enforcement.

Social Needs

Poverty reduction, improved Accessibility for all, Inclusion Diversity and Equity.

Community Collaboration

Working together with government, non-profits, individuals, and community groups to achieve our mutually beneficial goals.

Community Vibrancy

Activities, healthy lifestyles, celebrations, education, communication

Economic Development

Support small and large business, promotion, business and industrial expansion.

Ongoing Core Priorities 07 05 24

 

*These are priorities not linked to specific end dates or specific deliverables.

Town Calendars

AMHERST WEATHER

Strategic Plan 2024-2028

Block
0,494
Residents (2021)
0.2
KM Sidewalks and Trails
0.2
KM of Watermains
0.9M
Litres of Reservoir Capacity