America has long held the view that its takeover of the whole continent, known as “Manifest Destiny,” is inevitable. President Trump’s 51st state is simply the latest iteration. At times, the view has nearly become a reality with American invasions of Canada, sometimes at Amherstburg. The first American invasion occurred during the American Revolution (1775) when a decision was made to “liberate” Canada from British tyranny.  Canadians were not interested. America was defeate

Sincere thanks to all our friends and neighbours from LaSalle, Amherstburg and the Knights of Columbus of River Canard for supporting our Charity Vegetable Garden again this year.  Your support encourages us to continue to work hard and remain committed to this project.  A donation of $3,200 has been delivered to the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation to fund breast and prostate cancer programs in our local community. We couldn’t do it without you, and we appreciate your genero

Once a long time Amherstburg resident, I have always marveled at the beauty of our town’s position on the Detroit River. Its passing ships and location at the Lake Erie entrance creates views we have always taken for granted, while visitors are in awe. A God-given natural asset few towns can match. It has created jewels like the Navy Yard Park lined on shore with shops, museums and tourist attractions.  Duffy’s Tavern on the water’s edge was once a gold mine with its marina a