The Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce (ACOC) held the latest in its new member and networking nights Sept. 15. New and current members of the ACOC came out to Ure’s Country Kitchen in Malden Centre, learned more about the historic business and got some background on upcoming chamber initiatives. New members also received an opportunity to talk about themselves and why they joined the ACOC. The ACOC also promoted its”Meet the Candidates” nights, which will be held Oct. 7-8 at th

Caldwell First Nations Chief Nikki van Oirschot, Indigenous artist Naomi Peters and author Maurice Switzer participate in a panel moderated by River Bookshop owner Richard Peddie. An author of a new best-selling book was in Amherstburg last week to promote his new book and talk about First Nations issues. Maurice Switzer came to Amherstburg from North Bay over the weekend to discuss his new book “Sons of Tecumseh” and also took part in a well-attended panel discussion Saturda

Ordinary member Robert Dudley was recognized for his 55 years in the Legion. Gloria Primeau makes the presentation. As part of Legion Week, Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157 handed out its anniversary pins and medals for those deserving members who have earned milestones for years of membership. Earning a pin for five years as an affiliate voting member was Louis Robidoux. Associate members recognized for their five-year milestones were Dilys Bertrand, Margeret Carrol