HANOVER — Music can provide lasting memories. No group knows that better than Music to Remember WNY. Sunday afternoon, Sunset Bay Beach will host a fundraiser to support memorable experiences through music for people who…
Wandel updates on water project talks
Fredonia Trustee Paul Wandel offered an update this week about the village’s project to connect with the North County Water…
Sheridan resident upset about home sold for taxes
A Sheridan resident is upset that his home has been sold for back taxes, saying he didn’t know anything was…
Even at hospital shindig, political wounds don’t heal
Upbeat music played in the distance in anticipation of the arrival of New York state Gov. Kathy Hochul last week…
‘Worthy of esteem’
GOWANDA — As David Smith has entered into retirement, people all throughout the Gowanda community and beyond have taken the…
Lynden files complaints on water meeting site
James Lynden has filed code violation complaints about the village of Fredonia’s July water project informational meeting. The former Fredonia…
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Local/Region
Water Street project with art begins today
Chautauqua County has announced that local artist Erin Ruffino will begin installation of the Water Street tactical bump-out artwork today, with work continuing through Monday. The project is located at the intersection of East and West Alley, closest to 21 Water St. in Fredonia. The tactical bump-out project is a pilot initiative funded through…
County official proposes law to help safety of bicyclists, others
Three in 10 drivers agreed with the statement that most drivers think speeding is normal in…
Speeding found as ‘normal’ in AAA study
More local governments have reported to the state Comptroller’s Office that they plan to override the…
Comptroller: tax cap overrides increasing
Local Sports
Hawaii, Florida take final games of pool play
JAMESTOWN — Mililani, Hawaii, completed a perfect 4-0 run through pool play with a…
What the old days got right
Upon further review, Bok has company
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — As the Browns' clumsy starting quarterback competition winds down, they got an…
Allen gives Browns up-close view of franchise QB
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Woman charged after dog, cats left alone in Stockton
STOCKTON -- A woman is facing charges after leaving three animals abandoned at a…
The OBSERVER’s View
The OBSERVER’s View: P-TECH proving its worth with Westfield firm
A major $3.2 million upgrade to a Westfield manufacturer is worthy of plenty of praise. Besides the company investment with state assistance, there also is an effort to maintain a younger generation within the region. According to an article in last weekend’s edition, Renold Westfield at 100 Bourne St. is actively marketing itself to…
The OBSERVER’s View: Some bright spots for Blakeman campaign
The OBSERVER’s View: Village always appreciates Farm Fest
The OBSERVER’s View: State can take lead on e-bikes, scooters
Obituaries
David (Cricket) R. Emke
David (Cricket) R. Emke, 62, of South Dayton, NY passed on August 19, 2026 He was born June 10, 1964, in Gowanda, NY to his parents David H. and Diane (Webber) Emke. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by DiStasio Funeral Home Inc South Dayton, NY.
Kenneth (Ken) Hallmark 1964-2026
Warren M. Fuller
Winifred M. Allen
Commentary
Weed herbicides biodegrade in lakes
Is that nasty smell really a skunk?
Sorting through the war, Mideast mess
Forgotten men had major revolutionary role
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