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Former mayor Garnet Fox dies at 75  Share Photos 
Posted 16 hours ago
AMHERSTBURG — Former mayor Garnet Fox died Friday at the age of 75. Fox is being described as a devoted family man who took an active role in their lives. He is survived by his wife Dianne and their five daughters and one son. [more]
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Amherstburg Recreation Complex making steady progress  Share Photos 
Updated 15 hours ago
AMHERSTBURG — Work continues to progress on the Amherstburg Recreation Complex as they prepare for the planned November opening. "Overall, we are on schedule," said Ed Pavao, project manager from Nustadia Recreation. [more]
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Thomas Road and Dalhousie St. projects now underway  Share 
Posted 17 hours ago
AMHERSTBURG — Two long-awaited construction projects in Amherstburg are now underway. Dalhousie St. from Pickering Dr. to Front Road South is being restored to the level the remainder of the street has already been brought up to at a cost of roughly $2.3 million. [more]
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Successful weekend for Art by the River  Share Photos 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — Art by the River was held under bright, sunny skies over the weekend and the reviews largely reflect the weather. The two-day art show was held at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada and is a major fundraiser for the Gibson Gallery. [more]
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Miracle League back on for Sept. 18… at Centennial Park  Share 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — After a contentious meeting hours earlier, the Miracle League of Amherstburg quickly rebounded and are sticking to the Sept. 18 opening day. In an afternoon meeting with town council Aug. [more]
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Amherstburg Recreation Complex fundraising picks up  Share Photos 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — Fundraising for the new Amherstburg Recreation Complex got a boost of approximately $75,000 in a recent two-day span. Debi Croucher, marketing director with the Amherstburg Recreation Complex (ARC) fundraising campaign, announced on behalf of Green Shield CEO Ray Gollmer at the Aug. [more]
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Convicted drunk driver accused of violating parole  Share 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — The Amherstburg Police Service have stated that a warrant of apprehension and suspension of statutory release was executed on a 35-year-old Amherstburg man that was recently released from prison after serving 16 months on a conviction relating to a high-profile drunk driving change. [more]
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Optimism surrounding Amherstburg Recreation Complex  Share Photos 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — The opening of the Amherstburg Recreation Complex is still scheduled for mid-November and it appears it can't come soon enough for many of the town's recreation user groups. "They're all excited," said rec committee chair Ken Grant. [more]
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Rural areas a focus for Pillon if re-elected  Share Photos 
Posted 2 days ago
Veteran municipal politician Bob Pillon is seeking another term on council and rural areas seem to be one of his focal points. Pillon, who has served both on Malden and Amherstburg councils over a 19-year political career, said he has time for the job and wants to return. [more]
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Model air show held to large crowds  Share Photos 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — Amherstburg had its own air show over the weekend but only on a smaller scale. The Sun Parlour R/C Flyer Club held an air show this past weekend at Tower Field, located behind the radio towers on Concession 4 North. [more]
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Bantam Cards advance to OBAs by sweeping LaSalle  Share Photos 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — The Amherstburg Cardinals bantam baseball team earned a trip to the OBA championships in Vaughn thanks to a two-game sweep of the LaSalle Titans. [more]
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World Alzheimer’s Day Run seeking runners, donors  Share 
Posted 2 days ago
AMHERSTBURG — The World Alzheimer's Day Run is fast approaching and those interested in running or donating to the cause are invited to participate. This year's run is scheduled for Sept. 18 and encompasses a 100-kilometre ultra-marathon course that starts at Essex and ends in Amherstburg. [more]
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Idle Ramblings  Share 
Posted 2 days ago
Like many people, I have lost touch with friends and loved ones over the years for no particular reason. It's one of those deals where I don't feel any differently about these people and I still have high opinions of them. [more]
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