Town News
Solid Waste Collection Cancelled Jan 27
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Please be advised that Solid Waste Collection is cancelled for Tuesday, January 27(Tuesday, Week 1 residents) due to road conditions. Collection will now take place on Saturday, January 31.
Any questions about Solid Waste Collection or other matters can be directed to Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Town Facilities Closed Jan 26
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Due to forecasted snow and high winds, the following Town of Amherst facilities will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026:
- Town Hall – 98 E. Victoria Street
- Amherst Stadium – 185 Church Street
- Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre – 5 Ratchford Street
The meeting of Amherst Town Council originally scheduled for 6 p.m. on January 26 has been re-scheduled to 6 p.m. on February 2.
Amherst Police and Fire services will remain operational.
If emergency service is required of the public works garage, please call Amherst Police Dispatch at 902-667-8600.
A New Golf Experience Arrives in Amherst: Condors Golf Lounge Inc.
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The Town of Amherst is excited to welcome Condors Golf Lounge Inc., a new, women-owned business bringing world-class golf experiences and so much more to our community.
Mayor Rob Small, CAO Jason MacDonald, and members of Council joined in presenting a New Business Certificate and welcoming owner Laura to Amherst’s business community.
Two arrested and charged with multiple offenses
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Amherst Police Department
Two adult males have been arrested and charged following a complaint of fraud being received by the Amherst Police Department on January 9th, 2026. The fraud is in relation to an allegation regarding the possession and cashing of stolen cheques that were used at a local financial institution. The alleged fraud was in excess of $290,000.
Hardeep Singh, aged 45 and Inderpal Singh, aged 36, both of Amherst Nova Scotia have been charged with:
- Fraud exceeding $5000 contrary to Section 380(1)(a) of the Criminal Code;
- Possession of property obtained by Crime (over $5000) contrary to Section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code;
- Possession of property obtained by Crime (over $5000) contrary to Section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.
Both individuals were arrested by Amherst Police on January 20th, 2026 and were remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear for a bail hearing on January 23rd, 2026.
Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Amherst Police Department at 902-667-8600 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
APD Media Contact:
Insp. Tom Wood
902-667-8600
Municipality of Cumberland, Town of Amherst make historic agreement
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In an historic initiative finalized at a joint meeting of the two Councils on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, the Municipality of Cumberland and the Town of Amherst separately approved second reading of by-law amendments to complete the implementation of an Intermunicipal Agreement signed back in October of 2024.
The Municipality of the County of Cumberland's Councillors, CAO and Mayor joined the Town of Amherst's Mayor, CAO and Councillors on Wednesday after completing the process to approve an intermunicipal agreement to support the construction of homes in Amherst and the County.
The agreement features a boundary change to facilitate housing development by the Town and access by the County to the Town’s sanitary sewer infrastructure to support future residential development in the County just outside the Town boundary.
“This intermunicipal agreement is a strong example of how the Town of Amherst and the Municipality of the County of Cumberland can work together to address housing supply challenges," said Amherst Mayor Rob Small. "By aligning our municipal boundary and infrastructure planning, we’re enabling future housing development within the town while also extending sewer access to facilitate residential development outside, but near, our common boundary – a practical, forward-looking solution that benefits our entire region.”
Municipality of Cumberland Mayor Rod Gilroy said the agreement shows what’s possible when both municipal units work towards a common goal.
“This agreement shows what’s possible when municipalities work together with a shared goal,” said Mayor Gilroy. “By finding a practical solution to long-standing boundary and servicing challenges, we’re helping to support a major housing development that will benefit residents on both sides of the line and support much-needed future growth in our region.
“This project represents a significant step forward in addressing the housing needs of our region,” Gilroy added. “By updating our by-laws and working cooperatively with Amherst, we’re creating opportunities for new homes, new investment, and a stronger region for everyone.”
PharmaChoice Now Open in Amherst
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Members of Amherst Town Council recently had the pleasure of presenting a New Business Certificate to PharmaChoice, now open at 60 South Albion Street.
Pictured (left to right): Councillor Hal Davidson; Alison MacEachern – Pharmacist; Councillor Dwayne Ripley; Katrina Furlong – Pharmacy Assistant; Melissa Marks – Registered Pharmacy Technician; Jennifer O’Brien – Pharmacist; Councillor Kathy Wells; Councillor Nic Furlong; Mayor Rob Small; and Councillor Terry McManaman.
