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.
Recreational Burn Ban
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Planning to use a propane or natural gas fire pit? Here’s what you need to know
Trail Closures
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Trail Closures Due to Provincial Woods Closure
Due to the Province of Nova Scotia’s closure of all wooded areas in response to extremely dry and high fire-risk conditions, several walking trails in Amherst are closed until further notice.
Voluntary Water Conservation Notice
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Town of Amherst Water Utility
Public Notification – Voluntary Water Conservation Notice
Due to ongoing drought conditions affecting our region, the Amherst Water Utility is issuing a Voluntary Water Conservation Notice for all customers. While we want to reassure the community that our current groundwater source remains stable and is not in jeopardy, this conservation measure is being implemented proactively to help maintain reliable delivery of safe, clean potable water for everyone.
Public Focus Group August 5 and 7, 2025
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We want to hear from you!
Join one of our public focus groups to help us better understand how Amherst is currently perceived and where we should go next. Your voice will influence how we communicate with residents, promote our community, and plan for the future.
Topics of discussion at these focus groups will be guided and very specific, to best inform our work on a new marketing, branding, and communications strategy for the Town.
Available Sessions
- Tuesday, August 5 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Thursday, August 7 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location
Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre
5 Ratchford Street, Amherst
No registration required - Limited space
Town Facilities Closed for Natal Day, 2025
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Town of Amherst facilities will be closed today - Monday, August 4, 2025 - for the Natal Day Holiday.
This includes: Amherst Town Hall, The Amherst Stadium, The Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre, and the public works garage. Facilities will re-open on Tuesday, August 5, for regular summer operating hours.
Amherst Stadium Closing for Ice Surface Installation
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The Amherst Stadium will be completely closed from August 4 to August 24, re-opening on August 25. This closure is necessary for annual maintenance and installing the ice surface for the season ahead.
Read more: Amherst Stadium Closing for Ice Surface Installation
