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In celebration of Earth Day, Town of Amherst staff members gathered this morning to collect gloves and trash bags before heading out to perform a community clean-up.
“Earth Day is really every day of the year, but on April 22 we always encourage staff members and citizens to get out and do something good for the planet,” shared Amherst Mayor David Kogon.
Volunteers go above and beyond the regular requirements and give back to their communities in countless ways. This is the case across the country, but in Amherst it feels as if we are made of people who hold our community even closer to their hearts.
This is National Volunteer Week, and on Thursday night this year’s group of volunteer nominees gathered at a ceremony in Amherst to receive a token of appreciation and enjoy a moment in the spotlight.
“It’s amazing to see a group such as yourselves and hear the ways in which you enhance everyday life for so many residents of Amherst, young and old,” said Mayor David Kogon. “Thank you for taking the time to attend this event – it means a great deal that we acknowledge all of your efforts, because you all help make Amherst the wonderful town we all so enjoy.”
The Amherst Police Department has arrested and charged a 35-year-old male in relation to a series of frauds that occurred in the Amherst area.
The 11-month investigation began when police received a call from owners of a rental property who reported that they were not receiving rents or damage deposits.