Garden Court Closed June 28, 2026
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This Sunday, Garden Court - located off of Abbey Road - will be closed for a private event. During this time only local traffic will be allowed.
Barricades will be in place from 2:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. approximately on June 28, 2026.
Traffic Restrictions on Beacon Street June 26-28
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The Amherst Little League All Star Tournament takes place this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (June 26, 27, and 28) at the Beacon Street ball fields.
Street access will be limited to local traffic only on Beacon Street, with barricades at Beacon/East Pleasant, and Beacon/Croft.
Traffic Restriction Timing:
- Friday, June 26 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday June 27 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Sunday June 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Drivers are advised to plan ahead and select an alternate route.
Church Street Tennis Courts Closed June 25
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On Thursday, June 25, the Church Street tennis courts will be closed for the entire day. Work will take place to upgrade paved surfaces in the area of the tennis courts.
During this closure, the courts at Lions Park on Hickman Street will be available as an alternative location.
These paving activities may require some traffic disruption on Church Street - drivers, please plan accordingly.
Questions about this work? Please contact Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Smart Traffic Signal Upgrade Coming to Amherst's Busiest Intersection
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Motorists can expect temporary traffic delays on Wednesday, June 24, as the Town of Amherst installs a new smart traffic signal system at the intersection of Robert Angus Drive and South Albion Street.
Work is scheduled to take place between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., with traffic control personnel on site to help manage vehicle flow while equipment is installed. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time and use caution when travelling through the area.
Read more: Smart Traffic Signal Upgrade Coming to Amherst's Busiest Intersection
Public Hearing - Development Agreement Application for 1 Albion Street
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The Town of Amherst invites you to a Public Hearing regarding an application for a Development Agreement on the property located at 1 Albion Street (PID 25009432) to permit the construction of a 36-unit residential development.
The Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS.
Council will hear submissions in support or opposition to the application. Written submissions may be provided in advance to the Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street or by email to
Read more: Public Hearing - Development Agreement Application for 1 Albion Street
Street Closures Sunday - Kids of Steel Triathlon
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On Sunday, June 21, there will be street closures in the area of the YMCA plus parts of Church Street, Havelock Street, Prince Arthur Street, Agnew Street and Willow Street. The Blanche parking lot downtown will also be closed.
Barricades will be in place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. approximately. Drivers please use caution and plan an alternate route during this time.
Flower Basket Installation is Underway
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Public Works crews will be installing hanging flower baskets throughout Amherst today and into the evening.
Motorists and pedestrians are asked to use caution and be mindful of workers and equipment operating near roadways.
Thank you for helping keep our crews safe as they work to beautify our community.
