Town News
Rail Safety Week 2025
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It is Rail Safety Week from September 15-21 in Amherst, as proclaimed by Mayor Small. This is the time of year when there is a special focus on educating and informing everyone about the importance of rail safety.
Last year, there were 68 avoidable fatalities in Canada involving members of the public and railways. We need everyone to understand the dangers and to behave appropriately around train tracks.
Visit www.StopTrackTragedies.ca to hear stories of people personally affected by railway incidents, and to learn more about rail safety.
Town Facilities Closed for Labour Day Holiday
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On Monday, September 1, Town of Amherst facilities will be closed for the Labour Day holiday. Closures include Town Hall, The Amherst Stadium, and The Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre.
Amherst Police and Fire services will operate as normal over the holiday.
The number for Public Works emergency service is: 902-667-7227.
Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, September 2. Please note that regular operating hours will be in effect at Town Hall beginning on September 2 - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Raising a Glass to New Beginnings at Smitty’s Fine Wine
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Smitty’s Fine Wine Ltd. is entering an exciting new chapter under the ownership of Greg Smith, blending tradition with fresh energy in one of Amherst’s favourite wine destinations. Formerly known as The Good Guys Brew Shoppe, the business continues to offer the same trusted service with a fresh vision for the future.
Agreement Signed for Live Fire Training Facility in Amherst
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At a special meeting of Amherst Town Council in June of this year, a motion was passed approving $2 million for a live fire training facility in Amherst – with $175,000 in funding from the Town’s capital reserve, and $1,825,000 in funding in the form of a grant from the Amherst Firefighters Association.
We are pleased to announce that the official agreement has just been signed that will see this project move forward, providing realistic fire suppression training to meet the local needs of our fire department well into the future.
Queen Street Closed for Repaving Aug 20, 2025
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Queen Street will be closed on August 20, 2025, for repaving between Albion Street and Croft Street. This block of Queen Street will be closed at 7 a.m. and will open again at 1 p.m.
Drivers are advised to plan an alternate route.
August 18 Special Meeting of Amherst Town Council
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At Monday afternoon’s special meeting of Amherst Town Council, a motion was passed to amend the 2025/26 General Capital Budget and the 2025/26 Water Utility Capital Budget to include the installation of the water, sanitary, and storm sewer infrastructure for Phase 3 of the Marshview Drive extension project.
Staff recently completed installation of underground infrastructure for Phase 2 of this project, well within the allocated budget. A recommendation was made to continue with underground infrastructure installation for the remainder of the development (Phase 3), which will be accommodated within the previously-approved infrastructure budget for Phase 2.
