Amherst intersection closing May 20 for Nova Scotia Power maintenance
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On Tuesday evening, May 20, 2025, Nova Scotia Power will be conducting maintenance work at the intersection of Albion and Pleasant Streets. This intersection will be closed beginning around 5:30 p.m. and detours will be in place.
This work is anticipated to be completed within two hours, and the intersection will be re-opened at that time.
Drivers in this area are advised to plan an alternate route on Tuesday evening, May 20.
Please contact Town Hall with any questions by calling 902-667-3352 or by emailing
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Street closure and barricades in place for May 19 event
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The YMCA of Cumberland – along with many community groups – is hosting the Kids of Steel Triathlon this holiday Monday, May 19.
Prince Arthur Street in downtown Amherst will be closed on Monday morning, May 19, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Racing events will course through town and barricades with volunteer staff people will be present at intersections along the route.
Streets involved in the event include: Prince Arthur Street, Havelock Street, Acadia Street, Agnew Street, Norman Street, Spring Street and Willow Street.
Please anticipate delays on Monday morning May 19, when driving in these areas.
For more information on this event, please visit the YMCA of Cumberland event page.
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Dickey Park Dog Park Closure
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Heads up pet parents!
The Dickey Park Dog Park will be closed on Thursday, May 15, from 4pm to 8pm for the Amherst Police Department's Police Week Celebration Day.
We encourage you to plan your daily visit around this short closure.
Water Main Cleaning and Flushing - Tyndal Road, Duckling Dell, John Black Road
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Please be advised that the Amherst Water Utility will be performing water main cleaning and flushing on Thursday May 15, 2025 and Friday May 16, 2025 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Tyndal Road, Duckling Dell and John Black Road areas of the water system.
During this time, you may experience discolored water and low water pressure. We suggest that you may want to run some water for reserve prior to this time. If you typically operate a booster pump within your residence you may want to shut this off to avoid sediment from entering the pump. Following the flushing you may need to allow your cold water to run for a few minutes until it becomes clear.
It is suggested that you thoroughly flush your system following this time to release any entrapped air and sediment from your system.
Related Note: Water main flushing activities are planned to begin on May 20, 2025 and continue for several weeks in all other areas of town.
Should you have any questions or concerns please call 902-667-3334.
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Emergency water main repair - Franklyn Street
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An emergency water main repair is underway on Franklyn Street, in the area of civic #8. Drivers are advised to expect delays in this area and should plan an alternate route.
Residents in the immediate area should expect water service disruption. Once the repair is complete, water lines should be flushed by running the cold water.
Please contact Town Hall with any questions: 902-667-3352.
Trail and Walking Track Maintenance
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Over the next few weeks and periodically throughout the summer, you may notice maintenance work at the Amherst Stadium walking track, and throughout town on our outdoor walking trails.
These resources are great ways for citizens to be active and enjoy the sights around town. Because they are well used, regular maintenance is required to keep them in good condition.
Enjoy yourself at the track and on the trails, and be sure to give our Public Works crews a wave when you see them out making improvements.
Plan Amherst is seeking public input until May 31
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We need your input! The Town of Amherst is working with UPLAND Planning + Design Studio to review and renew our Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw (LUB) documents. Based on technical analysis and community input, we have developed updated versions of these documents and we are seeking community feedback. Our goal is to determine if the draft Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw reflect the diverse needs of residents and businesses.
Join us online on May 15 or visit our booth at the Amherst Home Show on May 24 and 25 to share your feedback on the draft Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw.
Visit www.planamherst.ca to view the draft Land Use Bylaw and Municipal Planning Strategy documents, register for the May 15 online session, or provide your feedback through the online form (open until May 31).
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