Amherst, Ohio, US is a city in Lorain County, established in 1818 and incorporated in 1873. It was named after Lord Jeffrey Amherst, a British general. The city is known for its historic downtown district and the Lorain County Fair, an annual event since 1855. A notable landmark is the Amherst Beacon, a historic newspaper building established in 1873.
Dollar General takes the top spot among Dollar Stores and Deep Discount Stores in Amherst, Ohio with 4 locations as of April 12, 2024. Dollar Tree is in second place with 1 locations.