The new South Fire Hall project is facing more delays with November now the new target for when it could open. Fire chief Michael Mio acknowledges the frustrations people have, but is encouraging people to be patient as it is a building that is designed to last 50-60 years. The construction of the new Amherstburg fire hall has been delayed once again. It was learned late last week, thanks to a post from Councillor Molly Allaire on social media, that the project has been delay

ACS held its “Backpack for Bright Futures” barbecue and school supply giveaway Aug. 8 at their location at 320 Richmond St. Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) recently hosted its Backpack for Bright Futures event through the P2P Neighbourhoods Program Aug. 8, bringing local families together for a fun day of food, entertainment and back-to-school support. More than 110 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to local children to help them get ready for the up

The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) officially launched the second phase of the Green Bin program last week. Residents in Amherstburg, Kingsville and Leamington will start receiving their Green Bins in September. Submitted photo The regional Green Bin program is moving into its second phase and it involves the three remaining municipalities not yet in – including Amherstburg. Green bins will be distributed in September to homes in Amherstburg, Kingsville and Lea