The year 2025 has ended and here’s a sample of just some of the things we covered over the past 12 months. For further details on these stories and for even more information on the year gone by, visit www.rivertowntimes.com . JANUARY  •Family and friends of Kathleen “Kay” Bertrand gathered to celebrate her 100th birthday. Bertrand has four children, ten grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Mayor Michael Prue, Councillor Diane Pouget, Essex MP Chris Lewis...

MAY •Approximately 300 people attend a job fair for the newest Mercato Fresh store, which is the fourth store in the Mercato chain. The new store is located at 365 Sandwich St. S.  •The Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce (ACOC) presented its 20th annual Business Excellence Awards. James H. Sutton Funeral Home was recognized for its 120th anniversary, the Amherstburg Freedom Museum for its 50th anniversary and the River Town Times for its 30th anniversary.  The RTT was recognized for it's 30th...

SEPTEMBER •The Harrow Fair brought together families, farmers, and fairgoers for a weekend of tradition, competition, and entertainment. This year’s new addition — the outhouse races — proved to be an instant hit with the crowd.  •The Amherstburg Celebrity Cookbook was unveiled at a launch at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. Proceeds from the cookbook benefit the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, with mission president Tim McAllister featured on the cover. Creation of the Amherstburg...