Media Releases
Male Arrested in E-Bike Theft
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On March 25, 2024, at approximately 4:42 am in the morning the Amherst Police Department responded to a burglary alarm at a business on Church Street in Amherst Nova Scotia. Upon arrival, Officers determined that someone had broken the glass to the front door of the business and a break-in had occurred. During the incident, it was determined that high-valued electric bicycles had been stolen from inside the business.
Amherst Town Council April 22, 2024 – Meeting Highlights
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At Amherst Town Council’s regular meeting on Monday night, three items were presented relating to residential development in town.
First reading was given to a development agreement for a 20-acre portion of 305 Church Street, to allow a residential development and to schedule a public hearing for Wednesday, May 15 – at 5 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Amherst Town Council Approves 2024-2025 Operating Budget, Including Initial Funding for a New Community Centre
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At its regular meeting on Monday night, Amherst Town Council approved this fiscal year’s tax rates as well as the 2024-2025 general and water utility operating budgets.
The general operating budget was set at slightly over $22 million, and the water utility’s operating budget was set at just over $2.6 million. The overall tax rate remains the same as the previous year.
Fraud Charges Laid in Property-Related Complaints
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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 rent or damage deposits.
Amherst Town Council March 25, 2024 – Meeting Highlights
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At Amherst Town Council’s regular meeting on Monday night, the 2024-2025 Water and General Capital Budget was approved. Totalling just over $4.9 million, the budgets will fund projects in every department – from replacing vehicles to paving streets. A separate media release will be issued that speaks in detail about the 2024-2025 Water and General Capital Budget.
Robbery Suspect located and Arrested – APD File 2024-252342
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A 37-year-old male wanted in connection with a robbery and assault that allegedly took place at an Amherst residence on February 25th, 2024 has been located by Amherst Police and arrested.
