The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) will begin Green Bin collection for single-family homes in the Phase 2 municipalities of Amherstburg, Kingsville, and Leamington starting the first week of November. These three Phase 2 municipalities will join Essex, Lakeshore, LaSalle, Tecumseh, and Windsor, where Green Bin collection began in October 2025. “Every household that uses the Green Bin helps extend the life of our only local landfill, avoid the high costs of siting

Amherstburg resident Christa MacLellan has released “EmpowerHer” in an effort to empower young women. she is hosting a special evening for girls ages 7-12 at Rivertown Dance Academy Nov. 22 starting at 6 p.m. A new book has been released trying to empower young women. Amherstburg creator Christa MacLellan has released “EmpowerHer: The Cool Girl Confidence Coloring Book,” which she says is a colouring and activity book created for girls ages 8-12. “I’ve been hosting events ca

The Amherstburg Horticultural Society recently presented the 2026 Trillium Awards for top front yard gardens. Winners included Sandra McFadden (2460 Creek Road), Margret and John Dufour (486 Simcoe St.), Jennie and Robert Lajoie (149 Pointe West Dr.) and Frank and Kelly Hunt (520 Dalhousie St.). Trillium Awards