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Successful weekend for Art by the River  Share Photos 
Posted 1 day ago
AMHERSTBURG — Art by the River was held under bright, sunny skies over the weekend and the reviews largely reflect the weather. The two-day art show was held at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada and is a major fundraiser for the Gibson Gallery. [more]
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Miracle League back on for Sept. 18… at Centennial ParkShare 
Posted 1 day ago
AMHERSTBURG — After a contentious meeting hours earlier, the Miracle League of Amherstburg quickly rebounded and are sticking to the Sept. 18 opening day. In an afternoon meeting with town council Aug. [more]
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Amherstburg Recreation Complex fundraising picks upShare Photos 
Posted 1 day ago
AMHERSTBURG — Fundraising for the new Amherstburg Recreation Complex got a boost of approximately $75,000 in a recent two-day span. Debi Croucher, marketing director with the Amherstburg Recreation Complex (ARC) fundraising campaign, announced on behalf of Green Shield CEO Ray Gollmer at the Aug. [more]
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Convicted drunk driver accused of violating paroleShare 
Posted 1 day ago
AMHERSTBURG — The Amherstburg Police Service have stated that a warrant of apprehension and suspension of statutory release was executed on a 35-year-old Amherstburg man that was recently released from prison after serving 16 months on a conviction relating to a high-profile drunk driving change. [more]
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Optimism surrounding Amherstburg Recreation ComplexShare Photos 
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AMHERSTBURG — The opening of the Amherstburg Recreation Complex is still scheduled for mid-November and it appears it can't come soon enough for many of the town's recreation user groups. "They're all excited," said rec committee chair Ken Grant. [more]
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Rural areas a focus for Pillon if re-electedShare Photos 
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Veteran municipal politician Bob Pillon is seeking another term on council and rural areas seem to be one of his focal points. Pillon, who has served both on Malden and Amherstburg councils over a 19-year political career, said he has time for the job and wants to return. [more]
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Model air show held to large crowdsShare Photos 
Posted 1 day ago
AMHERSTBURG — Amherstburg had its own air show over the weekend but only on a smaller scale. The Sun Parlour R/C Flyer Club held an air show this past weekend at Tower Field, located behind the radio towers on Concession 4 North. [more]
■ Sports / Amherstburg sports
Bantam Cards advance to OBAs by sweeping LaSalleShare Photos 
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AMHERSTBURG — The Amherstburg Cardinals bantam baseball team earned a trip to the OBA championships in Vaughn thanks to a two-game sweep of the LaSalle Titans. [more]
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World Alzheimer’s Day Run seeking runners, donorsShare 
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AMHERSTBURG — The World Alzheimer's Day Run is fast approaching and those interested in running or donating to the cause are invited to participate. This year's run is scheduled for Sept. 18 and encompasses a 100-kilometre ultra-marathon course that starts at Essex and ends in Amherstburg. [more]
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Idle RamblingsShare 
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Like many people, I have lost touch with friends and loved ones over the years for no particular reason. It's one of those deals where I don't feel any differently about these people and I still have high opinions of them. [more]