Town News
Portion of Church Street Closed Sept 23-24
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Please note that Church Street will be closed between Prince Arthur Street and Albion Street for periods on Monday, September 23 and Tuesday, September 24. This closure is necessary to complete infrastructure work in the area.
Church Street will be closed between Prince Arthur and Albion:
- Monday, September 23 - Closed from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 24 - Closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Detour signage will be in place during these times and motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and choose an alternate route.
Library Parking Lot Closed Saturday, September 21
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Please note that vehicle access to the Four Fathers Memorial Library parking lot at 21 Acadia Street will be closed at the Acadia Street entrance for the hours of 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 21. This is necessary to accommodate a special event - the Carnival of the Arts, by the Chignecto Arts Council - that will make use of the parking area.
The rear parking area will still be open and accessible via Ratchford Street.
Water Main Flushing Notice
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The Town of Amherst will perform water main flushing starting Tuesday, September 17, 2024, continuing for approximately three weeks. During this time, customers may experience turbidity (cloudy water) and low water pressure. Residents may need to run their cold water for 5-10 minutes (or until water becomes clear) during this time. It is recommended that you thoroughly flush your system following this time to release any entrapped air or sediment from your system.
Should you have any questions or concerns please call: 902-667-3334
Nominations Closed for Amherst’s October 19 Election
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Nominations have now closed for Amherst’s October 19 municipal election. Fifteen candidates are running for a position on town council, including all incumbents.
There are two candidates vying for the Mayor’s position. The incumbent David Kogon is being challenged by Rob Small.
There are six council seats to be filled in this election and all current members of council – George Baker, Charlie Chambers, Hal Davidson, Lisa Emery, Leon Landry, and Dale Fawthrop – are running to reclaim their positions. Other candidates for a council seat include Sharon Leblanc, Kathy Wells, Dwayne Ripley, Vaughn Martin, Norm Robitza, Nic Furlong, and Terry (Mouser) McManaman.
No Parking on Rupert Street - Victoria to Spring
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Residents and motorists are advised that re-paving operations will begin on Rupert Street first thing this Monday morning, September 9. Milling away the existing pavement surface is step one, which will take one or two days of work.
Please do not park any vehicles on Rupert Street on Monday, September 9 and Tuesday, September 10. Ensure vehicles are removed from the street first thing in the morning so crews can proceed without obstacles.
Additional updates will be provided as operations progress.
The milling and re-paving of Rupert Street is a $250,000 project, approved by Council as part of the 2024/25 Capital Budget.
Havelock Street Closure, September 4
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Please Note: On Wednesday, September 4 From 3-4 p.m., a portion of Havelock Street in downtowm Amherst will be closed for one hour.
Between Princess and King Streets, there will be no through traffic on Havelock Street and motorists are asked to plan an alternate route.
Havelock street will re-open for normal traffic flow at 4 p.m. on September 4.
