Don McArthur has announced he is not seeking re-election as a town councillor. After eight years, Don McArthur is moving on to other aspects of his life. The two-term councillor has confirmed he is not seeking a third term and will focus on other aspects of his life. “Serving on Amherstburg council has been the honour and privilege of my life,” he said. “I’ll be forever grateful to the Town of Amherstburg. Outside of being a father, it’s been the most rewarding and fulfilli

Lena Lazanja Seeking unity on council and in the community, Lena Lazanja is making another run at a council position. “I ran in 2018,” explained Lazanja. “At the time, there were a lot of critical issues for council to decide upon.” Policing and the future of Belle Vue were topics then and remain topics now, she noted. Lazanja said she wanted to throw her hat in the ring to try and bring her vision for Amherstburg, stating there is now a lot of momentum and “big, positive cha

Chris Gibb Chris Gibb is looking for a promotion. The current deputy mayor filed his nomination papers last Friday, the first day nominations were open, and is seeking to become Amherstburg’s next mayor. “I went and signed the papers at 11 a.m.,” said Gibb. “I am officially approved to run for a new job.” Gibb said he wants to continue giving back to the community. “This town has given me so much,” he said, noting his family, business and political achievements. “I feel I nee