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  • Notice of Intent To Adopt a By-law To Amend the Deed Transfer Tax By-law B-2

    Notice of Intent To Adopt a By-law To Amend the Deed Transfer Tax By-law B-2

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    Published: 10 April 2026

    Notice is hereby given that the Amherst Town Council intends to consider the adoption of a By-law to Amend the Deed Transfer Tax By-Law, B-2. 

    The Deed Transfer Tax is a buyer-paid tax that applies...

  • April 9 - Male Arrested and Facing Multiple Charges

    April 9 - Male Arrested and Facing Multiple Charges

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    Published: 09 April 2026
    Amherst Police Department

    A 42-year-old Truro man has been arrested and is in custody in relation to an incident that occurred on the evening of March 10th, 2026 in Amherst.

    On March 10th, 2026 shortly...

  • Amherst Stadium Elevator out of Service

    Amherst Stadium Elevator out of Service

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    Published: 07 April 2026

    𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲: The elevator at the Amherst Stadium is out of service until further notice. 

    We are working to make required repairs as quickly as possible. 

    Questions or concerns? Please contact...

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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