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• Amherstburg to perform civil marriages

  26-09-2017 02:44 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  Amherstburg will become the seventh local municipality to provide civil marriage ceremonies at the beginning of next year after town council unanimously approved the move Monday night.
  The town has been issuing marriage licences since 2011, averaging 110 marriage licences per year during that time.
  The town’s administration have received numerous requests to have marriages performed by the municipality in recent years.
  The municipal clerk will have the ability to perform marriages and the
  
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• Planning and Regular Council mtgs tnt in #Amherstburg. Agendas for both can be found at the att'd link… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  25-09-2017 21:01 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  Planning and Regular Council mtgs tnt in #Amherstburg.Agendas for both can be found at the att'd link… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Sunday Funday is back!. Kids age 0 - 4 (and their caregiver) can join us on Sunday mornings from 9 -11 Sept 24 - D… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  25-09-2017 18:37 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  Sunday Funday is back!.Kids age 0 - 4 (and their caregiver) can join us on Sunday mornings from 9 -11 Sept 24 - D… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Getting Married In Amherstburg? Why Not At Town Hall?

  24-09-2017 12:00 via Amherstburg – BlackburnNews.com
  Soon, you may be able to get your wedding officiated by the clerk or deputy clerk of Amherstburg.
  The town has offered marriage licenses since 2011 and sells 110 on average a year, but this will be its first foray into conducting marriage ceremonies.
  A report to the town council for Monday night says the staff has had many requests to perform ceremonies.
  Many other municipalities in Essex County already offer the service, including LaSalle which got into the wedding business just over a year ago
  
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• Amherst name questioned, tied to general who advocated genocide

  23-09-2017 05:31 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  The bucolic Town of Amherstburg has existed for more than 200 years, though its namesake hasn’t weathered as well.
  General Jeffery Amherst, after all, supported genocide against Indigenous people.
  Academic research that is generating new discussion points to the commander-in-chief of the British army in North America for advocating the idea of infecting First Nations people with smallpox, not to mention wiping out the population entirely.
  Amherst’s most damning letter was part of cor
  
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• Will Amherstburg say 'I do' to proposal for civil marriage services? - Windsor Star

  23-09-2017 04:19 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Will Amherstburg say 'I do' to proposal for civil marriage services?
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  If a majority of Amherstburg councillors say "I do" then the town could start offering civil marriage ceremonies as early as next year. Mary Caton. Published on: September 22, 2017 | Last Updated: September 22, 2017 10:18 PM EDT. Will municipality ...
  
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• Will Amherstburg say 'I do' to proposal for civil marriage services?

  23-09-2017 04:18 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  If a majority of Amherstburg councillors say “I do” then the town could start offering civil marriage ceremonies as early as next year.
  The question will be popped at Monday’s council meeting when Nicole Rubli, the town’s manager of licensing and enforcement, gives a report on the proposed service.
  LaSalle, Leamington, Lakeshore, Essex, Kingsville and Windsor all offer civil marriage ceremonies.
  Rubli said the cost for a civil service would be $250 plus HST. There would b
  
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• It's back...Drop-in Basketball at Anderdon PS gym, Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm, $8pp cash, ages 15+ #communitiesinmotion… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-09-2017 18:01 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  It's back...Drop-in Basketball at Anderdon PS gym, Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm, $8pp cash, ages 15+ #communitiesinmotion… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Amherstburg Community Church hosts “Block Party”

  22-09-2017 18:00 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  By Ron Giofu
   
  A local church opened its grounds to the community and children’s games and entertainment was on the agenda.
  Kerrington Sweeney, one of the youth pastors at Amherstburg Community Church along with Kyle Oates, explained that their recent “Block Party” was an enjoyable evening geared towards putting the word out about their programs.
  Emma Smith shows Mariah Farah her newly painted face at the Sept. 12 “Block Party” at Amherstburg Comm
  
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• Just in...6th Conc S btwn South Sdrd and Cty Rd 20 is now open to all traffic. We appreciate your patience.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-09-2017 15:00 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  Just in...6th Conc S btwn South Sdrd and Cty Rd 20 is now open to all traffic.We appreciate your patience.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• The town of Amherstburg could begin offering civil marriage ceremonies nest year pending town council approval next ... - windsoriteDOTca News

  22-09-2017 00:51 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  The town of Amherstburg could begin offering civil marriage ceremonies nest year pending town council approval next ...
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  The services would be offered during regular office hours, with Saturday services offered upon availability of staff and a premium rate charged for outside of normal office hours. A cost of $250.00+HST is proposed, which the town says is consistent ...
  
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• Drop-In Pickleball Oct 6 - Apr 20 avail @GAHSBulldogs gym. $5pp cash, ages 18+, 6 - 8 pm #communitiesinmotion… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  21-09-2017 23:00 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  Drop-In Pickleball Oct 6 - Apr 20 avail@GAHSBulldogs gym. $5pp cash, ages 18+, 6 - 8 pm #communitiesinmotion… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Dirt bike recently recovered with other stolen property: police

  21-09-2017 17:50 via News – River Town Times
   
  As a result of a traffic stop on Concession 3 North last Friday, the Amherstburg Police Service recently recovered an orange and white Yamaha Mono Cross dirt bike along with property that police say was stolen.
  (Photo courtesy of the Amherstburg Police Service)
  The Amherstburg Police Service states “it is likely that the dirt bike is also stolen.” Amherstburg police add the dirt bike is missing the seat, and the engine has been partially disassembled. The vehicle stopped was
  
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• The Town of Amherstburg is preparing a Parks Master Plan that will set priorities for improving and expanding its ... - windsoriteDOTca News

  21-09-2017 15:05 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  The Town of Amherstburg is preparing a Parks Master Plan that will set priorities for improving and expanding its ...
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  An online survey is available at www.surveymonkey.com/r/AburgParks. The survey asks questions about park usage, facility needs and priorities. It takes about 10 minutes to complete and will be available until October 30th, 2017. In addition, an open ...
  
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• County Considers Dropping Vacancy Rebate

  21-09-2017 03:59 via Amherstburg – BlackburnNews.com
  Essex County wants to get rid of an incentive for property owners to keep their parcels vacant.
  Essex County Council voted Wednesday night to move forward the process of eliminating the vacancy tax rebate, which consists of a tax break for landlords who keep their properties unoccupied.
  Essex Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche says the rebate may have been useful once, but now is the time for the county to discourage the practice.
  “I’m sure at one point in time there was a reason for wanti
  
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• Amherstburg, Essex and Leamington win Communities in Bloom ... - Windsor Star

  21-09-2017 01:55 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Amherstburg and Essex have won national Communities in Bloom awards for celebrating Canada's 150th anniversary and for being bee friendly.
  Town of Amherstburg receives Communities in Bloom Canada award, special mentionOurWindsor.caall 3 news articles »
  
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• Amherstburg, Essex, Leamington win Communities in Bloom awards - Windsor Star

  21-09-2017 01:55 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Amherstburg, Essex, Leamington win Communities in Bloom awards
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  Amherstburg captured the Communities in Bloom Canada 150 Award for outstanding achievement in celebrating Canada's 150th anniversary while Essex won the Bees Matter Pollinator Friendly Community Award. The 2017 National/International ...
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• Amherstburg, Essex, Leamington win Communities in Bloom awards

  21-09-2017 01:41 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  Amherstburg and Essex won 2017 Communities in Bloom awards during ceremonies last weekend in Ottawa.
  Amherstburg captured the Communities in Bloom Canada 150 Award for outstanding achievement in celebrating Canada’s 150th anniversary while Essex won the Bees Matter Pollinator Friendly Community Award.
  The 2017 National/International Symposium and Awards encourages local beautification and civic pride.
  In addition, the Town of Amherstburg also received a 5 Blooms – Bronze ra
  
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• We need your help...Take this short survey and help develop the Town's Parks Master Plan ow.ly/to8f30fj9kN https://t.co/K8HNts3wVg

  20-09-2017 22:41 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  
  We need your help...Take this short survey and help develop the Town's Parks Master Plan ow.ly/to8f30fj9kN https://t.co/K8HNts3wVg
  
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• Legion Week gets started with parade and awards

  20-09-2017 20:50 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  By Ron Giofu
   
  Legion Week began in Amherstburg last Saturday morning with the annual parade with some awards and medals following.
  The parade took place Saturday and left from in behind General Amherst High School and went down to the Cenotaph where a “drum head” service took place. It was explained by Zone Sgt. At Arms Richard Girard that in times of conflict, pipe bands that were utilized often piled their drums so that ministers could use them for altars when n
  
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• Amherstburg receives “Five Blooms” from Communities in Bloom judges

  20-09-2017 19:55 via News – River Town Times
   
  The Town of Amherstburg received a 5 Blooms – Bronze rating and a special mention for Educational Value of Plantings during the 2017 National/International Symposium and Awards Ceremonies in Ottawa-Gatineau, National Capital Region.
  The community also received an Outstanding Achievement Award for the Communities in Bloom Canada 150 Award (large community).
  The Town of Amherstburg participated in the 15,001 – 50,000 population category along with Ontario municipalities such as
  
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• House Youth Centre welcomes new activities coordinator

  20-09-2017 19:20 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  By Jolene Perron
   
  Amherstburg is welcoming Chatham-Kent native Ashley Marchand as the new activities coordinator for The House Youth Centre, while bidding farewell to Vander Vaart who has been with the center in that same position for six years.
  In August, Vander Vaart left her position on staff to pursue a degree in counseling and psychology. She had the opportunity to work closely with Marchand during Vander Vaart’s final few weeks, and said she is very excited to see
  
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• Town to investigate transit system

  20-09-2017 19:15 via News – River Town Times
   
  By Ron Giofu
   
  Inspired by the recently launched transit system in LaSalle, Amherstburg will investigate the idea of bringing one here.
  However, one local service agency is reminding people about their own services in that regard.
  Councillor Diane Pouget said she has been approached by residents about the possibility of bringing a transit service to Amherstburg.
  “Years ago, council tried to work with other municipalities to get public transit. At that time, it was not feasible,
  
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• Amherstburg Fire Department hosts second meeting on proposed open burn bylaw

  20-09-2017 19:05 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  By Ron Giofu
   
  A crowd of about 15 people attended Amherstburg Fire Station #2 last Tuesday night for the second of three public meetings on the proposed open burn bylaw.
  Amherstburg fire chief Bruce Montone went over his presentation on the proposed bylaw, but quickly reminded residents that no verdict has been rendered as to whether it will be implemented or not.
  “Regardless of the rumours, no decisions have been made by council,” said Montone.
  Three council memb
  
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• Two arrested after Saturday morning crash

  20-09-2017 18:55 via News – River Town Times
  The Amherstburg Police Service responded to a single vehicle collision on Essex County Road 20, east of Essex County Road 9, Saturday around 8 a.m. that involved a silver Chrysler Aspen.
  The vehicle was located by a passing motorist and there were no individuals with the vehicle.
  Police began checking the surrounding area for anyone who may have been involved in the collision. Police say they subsequently located two individuals walking in the 9600 block of Concession 9 Road South and it was det
  
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• Three Windsor residents charged after thefts from Amherstburg stores

  20-09-2017 18:50 via News – River Town Times
   
  Amherstburg police were called to the area of Canadian Tire on Sandwich St. South for a report of a male allegedly stealing items from the store.
  The male had left the store in a vehicle and headed toward the Walmart store nearby, police say.
  Police responded and located the vehicle at Walmart along with three individuals. According to the Amherstburg Police Service, several stolen items were located with the individuals and all three were arrested. Amherstburg police laid charges against
  
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• NEW prgrm @ the #LibroCentre - introducing "Messy Munchkins". Register now for 10 weeks of gr8 #messy #fun Oct 12 -… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  20-09-2017 17:00 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  NEW prgrm @ the #LibroCentre - introducing "Messy Munchkins". Register now for 10 weeks of gr8 #messy #fun Oct 12 -… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• MEDIA RELEASE: #Amherstburg receives 5 Blooms at the National level from @cibcef @am800cklw @BlackburnEssex… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  19-09-2017 22:54 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  MEDIA RELEASE:#Amherstburg receives 5 Blooms at the National level from @cibcef @am800cklw @BlackburnEssex… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Mission president captures Vigor International Award

  19-09-2017 21:20 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  By Ron Giofu
   
  The president of the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission’s board of directors has won another award.
  Tim McAllister won the humanitarian award that was presented by Vigor Awards International. According to the organization, the Vigor Awards are “designed to promote generosity, volunteerism and humanitarianism around the world. Our goal is to celebrate, honour and acknowledge individuals who have made a positive impact in the world, whether by imp
  
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• “Burlesque: Women’s Expo” presented to rave reviews

  19-09-2017 21:15 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  By Ron Giofu
   
  A unique women’s expo came to the Columbus Community Hall on Richmond St. with a goal of helping women in their daily lives.
  “Burlesque: Women’s Expo” was presented Sunday with over 40 tickets sold. Organizer Justin Boswell presented the event along with his business partner Jaclyn Slaney. It was held Sunday afternoon with several vendors and raffles also on hand for the women-only event.
  “The plans are just for empowering women and
  
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• Amherstburg police launch blitz focusing on accessible parking spots

  19-09-2017 21:05 via News – River Town Times
  By Jolene Perron
   
  The Amherstburg Police Service launched a blitz Monday morning focusing on accessible parking spaces within the town and the blitz will last all week.
  “We were contacted by the accessibility committee through the town hall in regards to an ongoing issue with people parking in handicap spaces without having the permits,” explained Const. Steve Owen.   “The police service did a one-week blitz last year, we focused on making sure we monitored thos
  
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• Two arrested after stolen car crashed near Amherstburg - Windsor ... - CBC.ca

  19-09-2017 20:55 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  No one was found in the crashed silver Chrysler Aspen, but officers found two people walking nearby at determined they were involved in the collision.and more »
  
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• Two arrested after stolen car crashed near Amherstburg - CBC.ca

  19-09-2017 20:55 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Two arrested after stolen car crashed near Amherstburg
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  Two people found walking near a car that was stolen and crashed have been arrested. Amherstburg police were alerted to a single-vehicle collision on September 16 around 8 a.m.. No one was found in the crashed silver Chrysler Aspen, but officers found ...and more »
  
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• If you missed it last time...here's ur chance to register for the next First Aid session #skills every 1 should kno… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  19-09-2017 15:01 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  If you missed it last time...here's ur chance to register for the next First Aid session #skills every 1 should kno… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Suspicious package not a risk to public safety: police

  19-09-2017 14:50 via News – River Town Times
   
   
  The Amherstburg Police Service responded to a residence on Seymour St. Monday night in regards to a suspicious package.
  The package was discovered under the complainant’s front porch and after reading some information on the internet, Amherstburg police state the complainant believed that the package was radioactive.
  Police got the call around 8:45 p.m.As a precaution, police secured the area and contacted the Windsor Fire Services Hazardous Materials Unit to attend the scene
  
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• UPDATE: Suspicious Package No Danger To Public

  19-09-2017 05:58 via Amherstburg – BlackburnNews.com
  After investigating the contents of a suspicious package left on a residential street in Amherstburg, police say the public was never in any danger.
  Officers were called to a home on Seymour St. at Simcoe St. around 8:45pm Monday night after a resident found the package under his front porch.
  He believed it contained radioactive material after reading some information online.
  As a precaution, police blocked Seymour at Simcoe St. and called Windsor Fire and Rescue Services. It responded with its
  
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• UPDATE: Suspicious Package Removed in Amherstburg

  19-09-2017 05:58 via Amherstburg – BlackburnNews.com
  Emergency crews say suspicious package on a residential street in Amherstburg has been removed.
  The Amherstburg Police Service was called to Simcoe St. near Seymour St. on Monday shortly before 9pm, after a package was discovered in the area.
  Windsor firefighters also responded to the scene to assist a hazardous materials (hazmat) team.
  The 200-block of Simcoe St. was after emergency crews responded, but the roadway was reopened just before 11pm.
  Police say that the package was removed
  
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• Amherstburg police, Windsor fire investigate suspicious package ... - Windsor Star

  19-09-2017 04:15 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Amherstburg police are investigating the discovery of a suspicious package in a residential area Monday evening.Police were notified of the package in the 200 ...
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• Amherstburg police, Windsor fire investigate suspicious package

  19-09-2017 04:08 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  Amherstburg police are investigating the discovery of a suspicious package in a residential area Monday evening.
  Police were notified of the package in the 200 block of Simcoe Street between 7 and 8 p.m. and closed the street to traffic.
  The Windsor Fire and Rescue Service hazardous materials unit was called to the scene to assist.
  Motorists are being asked to avoid the area.200 block of Simcoe st closed due to suspicious package @WindsorFire1 assisting with Hazmat pls avoid area use alternate r
  
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• Hazmat Team Investigating Suspicious Package

  19-09-2017 03:54 via Amherstburg – BlackburnNews.com
  Emergency crews have responded to a report of a suspicious package on a residential street in Amherstburg.
  The Amherstburg Police Service was called to Simcoe St. near Kings St. Monday evening after a package was discovered in the area.
  Windsor firefighters also responded to the scene to assist a hazardous materials (hazmat) team.
  The 200-block of Simcoe St. remains closed while emergency crews are at the scene.200 block of Simcoe st closed due to suspicious package @WindsorFire1 assisting
  
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• Amherstburg man believed 'suspicious package' was radioactive, police say - CBC.ca

  19-09-2017 03:47 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Amherstburg man believed 'suspicious package' was radioactive, police say
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  A Windsor fire hazmat team was called out to Amherstburg Monday night when a man phoned about a "suspicious package" that he believed was radioactive and making him ill. The hazardous materials team tested the package and determined there was no ...
  Amherstburg Police say that there is no public safety concerns after a suspicious package was found at a residence ...windsoriteDOTca News
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• Amherstburg man believed 'suspicious package' was radioactive ... - CBC.ca

  19-09-2017 03:47 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  A Windsor fire hazmat team was called out to Amherstburg Monday night when a man phoned about a "suspicious package" that he believed was radioactive ...
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• Drone racing charts course for Amherstburg - Windsor Star

  19-09-2017 01:20 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Drone racing charts course for Amherstburg
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  A drone flies the course during a race at the Montreal drone expo, Saturday, June 25, 2016. Graham Hughes / THE CANADIAN PRESS. Share Adjust Comment Print. An initial attempt to bring outdoor drone racing to Essex County is literally up in the air.
  
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• Drone racing coming to Amherstburg

  19-09-2017 01:20 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  An initial attempt to bring outdoor drone racing to Essex County is literally up in the air.
  David McCall, one of the founding members of a Windsor-area drone-racing club, had the first event lined up for a field at the Libro Centre in Amherstburg later this month.
  A scheduling snafu left the venue unavailable and McCall unable to reschedule on such short notice.
  So the FPV Windsor club is now setting its sights on 2018 when it hopes to offer drone racing once at month in Amherstburg from May th
  
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• Special Council Planning mtg tnt in @Aburg_TownHall Agenda found in link att'd ow.ly/on7530feF2p… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  18-09-2017 15:20 via Town of Amherstburg @Aburg_TownHall
  Special Council Planning mtg tnt in @Aburg_TownHall Agenda found in link att'd ow.ly/on7530feF2p… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Retired General Amherst teacher left lasting imprint on hometown

  18-09-2017 04:21 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  It took his passing from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, to separate Dave Scott from his beloved hometown of Amherstburg and its high school, but there can be no erasing the imprint the prominent coach and teacher made in his community.
  Beginning with his days as a General Amherst student through a 43-year teaching career that saw him continue to coach at the school until his health forced him to stop in 2016, Scott has been a constant presence.
  The 71-year-old Scott succumbed to Lou Gehr
  
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• Holiday Beach Conservation Area's Festival of Hawks enjoys prime weather

  18-09-2017 02:11 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  The experts from the Holiday Beach Migration Observatory continued their annual celebration of the great raptor migration over the weekend.
  A Harris hawk is held during Hawk Festival activities at Holiday Beach Conservation Area September 16, 2017. Harris hawks are not native to Essex County but are known as “a social raptor’ because of their calm demeanor around humans.
  Thousands of raptors and other birds were seen as they make their journey south to warner climes.
  Rebekah Lemon, 7
  
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• Amherstburg Receives 5 Blooms Award - windsoriteDOTca News

  17-09-2017 00:07 via Allintitle:Amherstburg - Google News
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  Amherstburg Receives 5 Blooms Award
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  The Town of Amherstburg received a 5 Blooms – Bronze rating and a special mention for educational value of plantings during the 2017 National/International Symposium and Awards Ceremonies. The town also received an outstanding achievement award ...
  
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  The Town of Amherstburg received a 5 Blooms – Bronze rating and a special mention for educational value of ...
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  The town also received an outstanding achievement award for the Communities in Bloom Canada 150 Award in the 15,001 – 50,000 population category. They competed with Cobourg, ON, Dorval, QC, Leamington, ON, Mission, BC and Orangeville, ON.
  
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• After launch of LaSalle bus service, Amherstburg mulls public transit

  16-09-2017 01:14 via Amherstburg – Windsor Star
  Amherstburg is interested in kicking the tires on the idea of providing transit bus service similar to the one LaSalle launched last week.
  “I think it’s something we should look into,” Amherstburg Mayor Aldo DiCarlo said. “If we can afford it, it’s something we should offer.”
  Council has directed administration to investigate the matter further.
  LaSalle’s new transit service is offering a 90-stop route from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
  The t
  
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