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New exhibit takes a look back at major local industry

Former employees, family members and the general public take a look at the “Small Town, Big Industry” exhibit during a busy opening reception last Friday night at the Gibson Gallery. An exhibit detailing the history of Brunner Mond, Allied Chemical and General Chemical has been unveiled by the Marsh Historical Collection. “Small Town, Big Industry: The Story of Brunner Mond Canada Ltd. and its Successors in Amherstburg” opened last Friday night with a reception and continued

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Town gets over $3.7 million for sanitary sewer project

Funding under HSWS will be used for Richmond St. sewer line

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Amherstburg well represented at ERCA's Conservation Awards

The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) presented its annual Conservation Awards Jan. 22 in Essex. From left: ERCA vice chair Jim Morrison, Brad & Sherri Nelson (Volunteer Award), Amherstburg Mayor Michael Prue (Municipality of the Year), Allison Kozolanka (Environmental Achievement Award), Madison Kemp (Youth Award), Julius Langpeter (John R. Park Homestead Award), ERCA chair Molly Allaire and ERCA CAO Tim Byrne. Byrne was also recognized for his 40 years of service w

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Sledding weather

Kathleen Murphy Violet Bauer, and Isaiah and Elijah Wilson were among those taking advantage of Sunday’s snowstorm by heading out to Russell Renaud Hill at H. Murray Smith Centennial Park. They broke out the sled and headed down the hill, along with other Amherstburg residents. Sledding weather

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Allaire returns as ERCA chair with Morrison back as vice chair

The Essex Region Conservation Authority board of directors are (top row, from left): Windsor city councillor Kieran McKenzie, Leamington Deputy Mayor Larry Verbeke, LaSalle Councillor Jeff Renaud, Windsor city councillor Angelo Marignani, Tecumseh Deputy Mayor Joe Bachetti, Windsor city councillor Frazier Fathers, ERCA CAO Tim Byrne, Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers, Essex Councillor Jason Matyi, and Lakeshore Councillor Ryan McNamara. Front row (from left): Essex Councillor Ka

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Police offering tips on dealing with extreme cold and snow

A County of Essex snowplow is seen on Sandwich St. S. the morning of Jan. 25. Extreme cold is affecting Windsor-Essex. The Windsor Police Service reminds residents to be mindful and take the precautions during the cold weather. Police listed several tips on its social media last week. •Travel carefully: Roads may be icy. Slow down, leave extra space, and drive with caution. •Check on vulnerable neighbours: Seniors, children, and those with medical conditions may be at risk.

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Policing statistics for Amherstburg for 2025 released by Windsor police

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment has released its policing statistics for 2025. The report was before town council at the Jan. 19 meeting and was received by council members. The statistics show a total of 8,841 incidents last year, 8,674 being dispatch generated incidents, also known as CAD calls, while 167 were self-generated walk-in incidents. In December, there were 563 total incidents with the busiest month of the year being March, with 867 incidents.

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Amherstburg’s Coldest Night of the Year returns February 28

Amy Bailey and Morghan Shearon from The House Youth Centre show candles that are for sale as part of this year’s Amherstburg’s Coldest Night of the Year event. Amherstburg’s Coldest Night of the Year (ACNOY) returns next month with it helping bolster a local youth organization. Coldest Night of the Year walks are held all over Canada, with the local 2K and 5K walks taking place in Amherstburg Feb. 28. Proceeds from the local walk will benefit The House Youth Centre. The ACNOY

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ARTS & CULTURE

Young Amherstburg artist’s drawing on cover of MP’s new calendar

Charlotte Smith displays her artwork while Essex MP Chris Lewis holds her certificate of accomplishment. Essex MP Chris Lewis welcomes all artists to his constituency office A feel-good morning in Essex last Saturday as a dozen young artists were recognized by Essex MP Chris Lewis. Among those was Malden Central Public School Grade 4 student Charlotte Smith whose colourful drawing of the clock tower in Amherstburg is on the cover of Lewis’ 2026 calendar. Charlotte has been dr

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Gibson Gallery holds AGM with plans underway for 2026

Alex Dale, the interpretation officer with Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada, plays the flute during the Fort Malden Guild of Arts & Crafts (Gibson Gallery) AGM last Saturday. The Fort Malden Guild of Arts and Crafts held its annual general meeting (AGM) on the weekend and went over the year that was and plans ahead for 2026. The guild is the board that operates the Gibson Gallery, the local art gallery located at 140 Richmond St. in Amherstburg. Members and board

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TRUE Festival moved to summer

A festival that has become known for happening in January is being moved to the summer instead. The TRUE Festival has not appeared on the town’s tourism website at www.visitamherstburg.ca , prompting some concern and questions from people wanting to know what happened to it. The tourism department made it known Friday with a social media post that the event isn’t cancelled, it’s just being moved to a different time of year. “All events are impacted by weather but winter even

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"Walking Artist" takes journey along Underground Railroad route

Ken Johnston points to one of the Underground Railroad routes he walked on. Johnston walked another route in late December/early January with a stop being the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. A Philadelphia-based man headed out over the holiday season on another “Walk to Freedom” and made Amherstburg one of his stops. Ken Johnston’s latest walk, which retraces steps on the Underground Railroad, included a stop at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Dec. 28. Johnston, described as a “wa

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SPORTS

Admirals fall short against 73’s 3-2 but tame the Wild 5-1

Essex forward Gabe Barrette comes in on Admirals’ goalie Landon Dimitroff. The Amherstburg Admirals gave the best Junior C team in the province all they could handle Saturday night at the Libro Centre, coming up a little shy in a 3-2 loss to the visiting Essex 73’s. Essex came out very strong and completely controlled the game’s tempo but held just a 1-0 lead after 20 minutes on a goal by Connor Hunt. It was a different Admirals team after the first break and it took Stefan D

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North Star senior boys basketball team ends regular season with loss

Nolan Sleigh of the North Star Wolves (1) tries a reverse layup during a Jan. 20 home game against the Sandwich Sabres in a game played at North Star. The Sabres defeated the Wolves 100-47. Wolves enter WECSSAA “AA” playoffs after the exam break The North Star Wolves await their first playoff assignment after concluding the WECSSAA Tier 2 senior boys basketball season. The Wolves finished the regular season with a 2-8 record in ten games, with their most recent game being a 1

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Next election is “crucial” to Amherstburg - says immigrant to the town

As an Italian immigrant of the 1950s I have had the privilege of watching Amherstburg transform. Early 50s were post-war years. Immigrants with unheard of slaving work ethics filled Amherstburg and surrounding areas. They took on any job to feed and house their family.Allied Chemical, SKD, Marra’s Bread, Alymer Canning, were all immigrant heavy industry. Immigrant work ethnics assured these industries to thrive. Malden Township and vicinity became a major source of tomato pro

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“Inconsistent” use of bylaw claimed

As a delegate denied speaking to the January meeting, I’m concerned about the application of the procedural bylaw. Kurt Reffle’s November delegation was deemed appropriate, while January delegates’ requests were in order but for a future date. The committee was informed both must be true: there would have to be a report or bylaw before the body and there would have to be an action or recommendation. Yet administration approved Reffle’s delegation. Administration confirmed th

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It is time to celebrate Amherstburg

Amherstburg is not the best small town in Ontario, but it has come so far; and it’s pretty darn good! Sure there are the small group of people who complain about its weaknesses and think it was far better years past; but how about we ignore them? Instead let’s celebrate what we have - a great location by a world heritage river, over 160 heritage buildings, many new unique shops, award winning events and a growing arts scene. Like I said, “pretty darn good.” I spend a l

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County councillors want more answers about HART hubs reach into county

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County CAO presents her annual report

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Town of Amherstburg releases year end building report for 2025

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OBITUARIES

Obituary - Rozemary Jaber

Rozemary Jaber It is with heavy hearts that the family of Rozemary Jaber announces her passing on January 9, 2026 at the age of 65. Beloved wife of Thomas Jaber, married 45 years. Cherished mother to Michael (Renee) and William (Sharlene). Forever remembered by her grandchildren: Nolan, Addison, Eloise, and Ethan. Loving sister to Terry (Liz), Cindy (Pete), Kathy (Dan), Karen (Ken), MaryLynne (Doug), and Bob (Renee). Also, Mary Lou (Tom, deceased), Michael (Ann), To

Obituary - David Douglas Greaves

David Douglas Greaves It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of David Douglas Greaves in his 88th year. Predeceased by his wife Rebecca, and children Gregory, Kathy and Karrie, parents William and Edith and siblings Alice, Esther, Ruth and William. Dearly missed by his companion and partner Mary Arts. Beloved father to Douglas Greaves (wife Kathryn) and Jeffrey Greaves (wife Lori). Grandfather to David R. Greaves (wife Marielle), Beau Greaves (partner Ellie)

Obituary - Agatha McDonald

Agatha McDonald Agatha McDonald, aged 77, of Amherstburg, by the grace of God, left this world peacefully on January 9, 2026. Agatha was born in The Netherlands, daughter of Thomas and Annie Van Der Kwaak and sister to Ada Brush (Jim). A devoted wife to John (“Johnathan”). Through the years they raised 3 children Rob (Vickie), Tom (Jodie) and Tina Sharman (Brinton), their grandchildren Christopher, Jacenta, Bryce, Meika, Hudson, Rhys and Leora and great grandchildren Kody and

Obituary - Leda Anna Rosati (nee D'Alimonte)

Leda Anna Rosati (nee D’Alimonte) Mar 13, 1940 - Jan 12, 2026 Leda joined her beloved husband Gabriel, and son Mark in heaven January 12th, 2026. Treasured mother of Adriano Rosati (Lori), Betty DiGiovanni (Tony), Lucy Kristensen (Niels), and the late Mark (1982). Loving Nonna of Dana (Scott), Alicia (Brendan), Carly (Justin), Dora (Niel), Mark, Chantal, and Henrik. Leda Anna was born on a farm in Turrivalignani, Italy in 1940, the youngest of 10 children. She was the last o

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