Town News
Victoria Street East Closed for Event Aug 20, 2026
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This street closure is part of tonight's End of Summer Social, taking place in Victoria Square from 6-9 p.m.
Victoria Street East will re-open by 9:30 p.m. tonight. Drivers are advised to plan an alternate route during this time.
Join us to soak up the sun and celebrate the end of the summer season with family fun for everyone. Kick off the end of summer with local food, live music, and lots of entertainment!
Town Hall Alleyway and Accessible Access Ramp Temporarily Closed
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Due to construction activity, the alleyway beside Town Hall will be closed Thursday and Friday, August 20-21, for regular business hours.
It is also necessary to close the accessible access ramp for this same period of time.
Please contact Town Hall (M-F, 8-4) to speak with a staff member about questions or concerns: 902-667-3352 or
Station Street closures starting August 17, 2026
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The Town of Amherst-hired contractor will complete the demolition of the building located at 77 Station Street starting on Monday, August 17, 2026. This work is expected to take 10 days to complete. The building is being dealt with under Part XV of the Municipal Government Act and has been deemed a Dangerous and Unsightly premises.
Due to this, Station Street will be periodically closed from Crescent Avenue to Abbott Street during weekday business hours (7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) until work is completed.
All avenues under the Municipal Government Act were pursued by the Town to have the owner(s) complete the required work, but the owner(s) have failed to take action. The Town is carrying out this work to ensure the safety of its citizens.
For anyone who may have questions regarding this street closure, please contact 902-694-0133.
Laplanche Street closed August 17, 2026
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Laplanche street is currently closed between Victoria Street and Dale Street, to complete a water service repair.
Work is expected to take until approximately noon today. Normal access will resume at that time.
Drivers are advised to plan an alternate route while this street closure is active this morning.
Questions can be directed to Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Smile Sushi welcomed to new downtown Amherst location
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The Town of Amherst recently celebrated Smile Sushi's move to its new downtown location with the presentation of a Business Certificate, recognizing the restaurant's continued investment in the community.
Councillor Terry McManaman and Deputy Mayor Charlie Chambers presented the certificate to owner and chef Joy Song, along with her husband Charles and daughter Daisy, at the restaurant's new location at 55 Victoria Street East.
Town of Amherst Welcomes Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd.
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The Town of Amherst is pleased to welcome Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd. to the community as the recipient of a New Business Certificate. A family-owned manufacturers’ sales agency serving Atlantic Canada for more than 25 years, Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd. recently made Amherst its home base — a move that, for President and Owner Mark Harris, just made sense.
Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd. is a wholesale manufacturers’ representative serving the plumbing, heating and mechanical industries across Atlantic Canada. The company works with manufacturers and wholesale distributors to help bring a range of products to contractors and installers throughout the region.
Mark purchased the family business from his father, Dave Harris, last year. The company was founded in 1999, and Mark has worked with the business for the past 13 years. He is now leading the next generation of the company while continuing to build on the strong relationships established with manufacturers, distributors and industry partners.
Operating from Amherst, Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd. serves a territory stretching from Edmundston, New Brunswick, to St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Mark said Amherst’s central location makes it an ideal home base, providing convenient access to major centres throughout Atlantic Canada.
The company moved into its Amherst office in October and currently has a team of four. Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd. is also in the process of hiring an additional sales representative as the business continues to grow.
For Mark and his family, Amherst also offers a strong quality of life. With family nearby, community programs for children and easy access to the rest of the region, he said Amherst has proven to be a great place to live, work and grow a business.
The Town of Amherst congratulates Mark and the team at Harris Atlantic Sales Ltd. and wishes them continued success.
