The Aug. 14-16 weekend at Open Air was “Cycle the Burg” with the Krusher BMX Stunt Shows being a highlight. The Krusher BMX show was performed Friday night (pictured) as well as multiple performances Saturday. Vendors and a group ride were among the other events as part of the weekend. It was held in partnership with WEBC. This weekend will feature the Prohibition-era themed “Barrels & Brass” event in support of the Marsh Historical Collection, the Aug. 28-30 weekend will be

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