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  • Amherst to Host 2027 Nova Scotia 55+ Games

    Amherst to Host 2027 Nova Scotia 55+ Games

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    Published: 27 April 2026

    The Town of Amherst is proud to announce that it will host the Nova Scotia 55+ Games in the fall of 2027, welcoming participants from across the province for a celebration of active living,...

  • Third Suspect in Homicide Arrested

    Third Suspect in Homicide Arrested

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    Published: 23 April 2026
    Amherst Police Department

    A third suspect in the April 13th fatal shooting in Amherst Nova Scotia has been arrested and is in Police custody.

    Michael James Ryan, Aged 34 of Springhill, NS was...

  • Amherst Stadium Closing for Annual Maintenance - 2026

    Amherst Stadium Closing for Annual Maintenance - 2026

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    Published: 17 April 2026
    The Amherst Stadium is Hitting Reset

    The Amherst Stadium will be closed for two weeks starting Monday, April 20, re-opening on Monday, May 4.

    During this time, staff will be removing the ice surface...

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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