It is paradise for mountain bikers.
More than 800 yards of dirt and 1,000 recorded volunteers hours later, a local non-profit cycling group will introduce the second phase of a biking trail network in Amherstburg on Saturday, along with a new program to teach youth basic riding skills.
Amherstburg is showcasing the completion and transformation of the former Edgewater sanitary lagoon system into a vibrant wetland ecosystem now called Golfview Park, Wetlands & Trails.
Officials said the area near Golfview Drive and Linwood Street will provide residents with enhanced recreational opportunities and foster biodiversity in the region.
A new boutique hotel is weeks away from opening in Amherstburg.
Nestled in the heart of Amherstburg, Hotel STRY (pronounced Story, like a book) will open at a landmark building at 70 Murray Street that has been restored to its former glory.
Amherstburg and a couple businesses in town have been recognized for four events by the ‘Best of Windsor-Essex’ awards from Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI).
According to a release from the town, “These victories underscore Amherstburg’s charm and excellence in various categories, showcasing its appeal as a premier destination in the region.”
Hundreds of people whooped and cheered Saturday as drag queens took to the stage in downtown Amherstburg. Many of those same people were later captivated by the antics of the Hoop You fire show on the stage at the other end of the TRUE Fest winter festival.
