In the News

Posted on: March 21, 2023

Town Council Accepting Applications for Zoning Board of Appeals

The Town Council is currently accepting applications from Amherst residents interested in serving on the Zoning Board of Appeals.  There are impending vacancies for two (2) Full Members (three-year terms), and four (4) Associate Members (annual o...

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Amherst Bulletin Board
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Town Council Accepting Applications for Planning Board

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The Town Council will be filling three (3) impending vacancies for three-year terms on the Planning Board and is seeking residents interested in serving on the Board.

The Town Council is currently accepting applications from Amherst residents inte...

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Amherst Bulletin Board
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Proposed Water and Sewer Bylaws and Regulations

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The Town Council will hold a first reading of proposed Water and Sewer Bylaws and Regulations at the regular Town Council meeting Monday, March 20, 2023. A second reading and potential vote is scheduled for the April 3, 2023 regular Town Council meeting.

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Amherst Bulletin Board
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Public Forum on Appropriations Outside the Annual Budget

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In accordance with Charter section 5.6, on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.  the Town Council will hold a public forum regarding an appropriation outside the annual budget:

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Amherst Bulletin Board
Posted on: December 1, 2019

View Currently Posted Positions

All currently posted positions for employment with the Town are on the Town’s Online Career Portal.

Click here to visit the Town of Amherst Career Portal 

You may subscribe to alerts for future job postings by clicking the Notify Me butto...

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In the News

Posted on: March 24, 2023

Big Night in Amherst, Potential for Henry St. Road Closures

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The weather conditions are close to being possible for Big Night in Amherst.  Big Night is the first night of rain and temperatures over 40 degrees when salamander and amphibian migration usually takes place from uplands to vernal pools. &nbs...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

Street Sweeping Schedule Announced

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The Town of Amherst Department of Public Works has begun sweeping the Main routes and hills that receive the most sand during the winter months.  After completing these areas, the DPW will begin sweeping the various sections of town, if all goes ...

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Posted on: December 12, 2022

Sidewalk Snow Removal

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Snow and/or ice removal from sidewalks is the responsibility of the property owner.  Depending on storm conditions, The Town may send a sidewalk plow around on major sidewalks to assist residents with this task.  Once the Town machine ha...

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Posted on: November 16, 2022

Sign up for Amherst Emergency and Parking Ban Alerts

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The Town of Amherst has a variety of ways that you can stay connected with us, from emergency notifications to meeting and news announcements, and more. Receive timely emergency and parking ban notifications to your email or phone by subscribing to these ...

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Posted on: March 9, 2023

Amherst Launches Town-Wide Solar Assessment Project

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The Town of Amherst is launching a town-wide solar assessment. The Town has contracted GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) to provide technical support throughout this process, that will include a survey, virtual and multiple in-person options for the commun...

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Posted on: March 3, 2023

Amherst's Long Serving Police Chief Announces Retirement

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Amherst Police Chief Scott Livingstone announced his retirement after 46 years of service to the Town of Amherst. His last day of employment will be May 27th.  

Scott began a long and distinguished career in 1977 when he was hired as a Community S...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Time to Renew Your Dog Licenses in Amherst

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Dog licenses expire on March 31st of each year. You may obtain your dog license either in-person, by mail, or online. Fees are: $5.00 for spay/neuter, and $15.00 for NON-spay/neuter. Licenses must be renewed before June 1st or a late fee of $30.00 will be...

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Posted on: March 21, 2023

Being an Ally, not a Savior

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Join Jana as she facilitates answers to:What is the role of the white ally to Black and BIPOC communities?How can you shed the cape of savior to become the warrior ally?

Jana McClure is a Truth School trainer and a resident of Amherst. She has participated...

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Posted on: February 20, 2023

Online Kindergarten Registration

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ONLINE KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: AMHERST & PELHAM 2022 - 2023 SCHOOL YEAR

Including Spanish Dual Language Program

The Dual Language Program (Caminantes) lottery will be drawn on April 27, 2022

To pre-register your child for Kindergarten Fall 2022, child...

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Posted on: February 9, 2023

Amherst Historic Preservation Plan Community Survey

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The Town of Amherst has a variety of historic and cultural resources for residents and guests to enjoy. By responding to this 18-question survey, you will help the Town gain insight about what you value most of Amherst's history and cultural heri...

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amherstma.gov - News & Announcements
Posted on: July 19, 2022

Resident Aid Assistance Program

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Family Outreach of Amherst, in Collaboration with the Town of Amherst, has been allocated $150,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), to help Amherst residents with overdue rent, mortgage, or utility bills.  These funds will have a direct ...

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In the News

Posted on: April 11, 2021

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

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Today marks the beginning of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week which will be celebrated from April 11-17th. This special week honors telecommunications (911 dispatchers) across the country who are key members of all public safety teams.

We are ...

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In the News

Posted on: February 1, 2023

Summer Day Camp Registration

CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Join us this summer for fun, friends and creativity at Fun in the Sun Summer Day Camp! 

Ages 5 & 6 year-olds - Early Adventures | Ages 7-11 year-olds - Epic Explorers

A fun theme every week! We have seven 1-Week Sessions starting June 26 - Augu...

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