Town News
The 2025 Poppy Campaign Has Officially Launched
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Mayor Small met this morning with Justin McKay - Sergeant-at-Arms for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 10, Amherst - to receive this year's first poppy.
Poppies are now available at a number of convenient locations around town.
Remembrance Day is Tuesday, November 11. More details will be shared soon about this year's ceremonies.
Victoria Street East Closed for Trail of Treats
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The YMCA of Cumberland is leading a Trail of Treats event this Friday, October 31.
Victoria Street East will be closed from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on October 31 between Church Street and Havelock Street. This closure will allow trick-or-treaters to visit participating businesses and have a safe Halloween adventure.
Questions about this street closure can be directed to Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law
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Notice of Public Hearing
Amherst Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, November 13, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. local time in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS to hear input in support of, or in opposition to, the new Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and accompanying Land Use By-law (LUB).
The new planning documents will guide how land in the Town is planned, developed, and managed in a sustainable and inclusive way that reflects the community’s long-term vision. Through clear policies and development standards, the new framework supports responsible growth that meets changing housing, environmental, and economic needs, while protecting community character and natural assets. It positions the Town to remain resilient and adaptable to future opportunities and challenges.
The draft MPS and LUB can be viewed at planamherst.ca.
Written submissions may be provided in advance to the Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street or by email to
Natalie LeBlanc
Municipal Clerk
pdf A PDF version of this notice is available here for download(127 KB) .
Fire Hydrant Flushing This Week for Winterizing
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Please take note that Public Works crews will be flushing fire hydrants this week to prepare for winter.
There is a chance that customers may notice discoloured water during this time.
- After flushing is complete in your area, turn on a cold-water tap, preferably the laundry tap, and let the water run for a few minutes.
- Catch some water in a light-coloured cup or container to see if it is clear. You can use your water if it is clear.
- Do not: choose a tap that has a water filter connected to it; otherwise, the sediment may clog your filter.
- Do not: use a hot water tap because it could draw sediment into your hot water tank.
- If the water does not clear within 5 to 10 minutes, wait two hours and try again.
Anyone with questions or concerns is asked to contact Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Watch for Kids Today Through Halloween
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Elementary school students will be walking all around Amherst Wednesday, October 29, to explore seasonal displays along the Scarecrow Stroll route.
Watch for them; give them a wave; and, always use extra caution while driving near groups of children.
Let’s enjoy all the sights, sounds, and sweets now until Halloween!
Recognizing Inspector Tom Wood
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At last night’s meeting of the Amherst Board of Police Commissioners, we took a moment to recognize the recent promotion of one of our Amherst Police Department members – Inspector Tom Wood.
