Town News
Outstanding Accomplishments at the Amherst Fire Department
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Three members of our Amherst Fire Department are celebrating a number of outstanding accomplishments, all related to their service at the local, provincial, and national levels.
Chief Greg Jones – our Director of Fire Services – recently attended the Fire Rescue Canada conference in Montreal where he was re-elected to the Board of the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs as a Director at Large. During a special ceremony, Chief Jones was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his work across multiple organizations to advance the field of fire services.
Deputy Fire Chief Brian Farrow was also awarded a King Charles III Coronation Medal, for his work related to co-chairing the Building Codes Committee of the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs.
Captain Bob Sperry – after years of study and effort – received his Executive Chief Fire Officer Aspire certification in Montreal. This certification is an acknowledgement of Bob’s professional conduct, training, education, and skills in a number of competencies required as a leader in today’s fire service, and it allows these competencies to be recognized across provinces, territories, and municipalities.
Congratulations Greg, Brian, and Bob on these fantastic honours and achievements.
Prince Arthur Street Closed - Emergency Water Main Repair
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Prince Arthur Street is closed to traffic from Church to Maple Streets to allow emergency repair to a broken watermain. Please plan your route accordingly.
Businesses and residences in the area will be without water for the duration of the repairs. Public works crews will complete these repairs as quickly as possible.
Notice of Approval - Development Agreement - 9 Laplanche Street
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Notice is hereby given that Amherst Town Council, at a meeting held September 23, 2024, passed a motion to enter into a Development Agreement for the property located at 9 Laplanche Street (PIDs 25022872, 25022922 and 25005828) to create 6 units on the upper floor within the building.
Section 249 of the Municipal Government Act provides the right to appeal this decision to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board within 14 days from the date of this notice.
Natalie LeBlanc
Municipal Clerk
Park Washrooms Closed for the Season
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Public washrooms located within Town of Amherst parks close for the season every year at the end of September; park washrooms are now closed.
But remember: the public washrooms at Dickey Park remain open year-round, accessible daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Voter Information Letters Coming in the Mail
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Municipal Election - October 19, 2024
Watch your mail for your voter information letter!
Your letter will contain information and instructions on how to cast your vote!
If you do not receive your letter by October 4, please contact us at 902-667-3352.
Town Facilities Closed on Monday, September 30
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Monday, September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In recognition of this day, the following Town of Amherst facilities will be closed:
- Amherst Town Hall
- Public Works Garage
- Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre
- Amherst Stadium (exception: 4 p.m. game)
If emergency service is required of the Public Works Garage, please call Amherst Police Dispatch at 902-667-8600.
Amherst Police and Fire services will operate as normal on September 30.
