A Coalchester, Conn., man who was located in Chautauqua County, is facing charges tied to making threats to an elementary school in Vermont. On Tuesday, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office was called to assist an…
‘Gratitude and respect’: Hanover unveils Veterans’ Memorial Statue
HANOVER — Dating back several years, the town of Hanover has been planning and designing a memorial to honor veterans…
Future city cash flow ‘very tight’
The city of Dunkirk is “pretty close to even on revenue and expenses on the current budget,” Fiscal Affairs Officer…
Trustee says Flock camera shut off
A Flock Safety camera outside Fredonia Village Hall was shut off and its removal was requested, according to Fredonia Trustee…
‘Wonderful’ tribute: Fredonia honors veterans at school assembly
Fredonia students filled the auditorium on Tuesday morning for a meaningful assembly that reminded everyone of the purpose of the…
Engineers complete Dunkirk Harbor breakwater project
An important project to preserve the Dunkirk Harbor has been completed. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, finished…
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THURSDAY, NOV. 12 Thursday Knitting Group Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day St., Fredonia, 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. Many of the creations are donated to local charities, or attendees can work on their own projects. For details or to donate unused yarn, call 716 785-6039. Ahira Hall Library presents: Intro to Quilting part 1 -…
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County Legislature honors Dispenza
At its most recent meeting, the Fredonia Board of Education approved probationary appointments for two staff…
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AMHERST — Chautauqua Lake/Westfield/Brocton’s defense loves a challenge. Just last week against Falconer/Cassadaga Valley/Maple…
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Man found in county tied to Vermont school threats
A Coalchester, Conn., man who was located in Chautauqua County, is facing charges tied…
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Camera debate creates murky picture
There is a common theme across the nation when it comes to Flock cameras. Americans do not want to have something consistently looking over their shoulder. According to Pew Research Center, the automated license plate readers are high-speed camera systems that automatically photograph every license plate that passes them. When networked together and paired…
Nation indebted to freedom fighters
Government has no worries over spending
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Mary Congdon
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Terrifying memories die hard
Halloween 2026 is history, but the spooks are still standing on many front lawns. You know the ones – the 12-foot skeletons that tower over the rhododendrons – and make me anxious, even at this age. At least the bloody ghouls are mostly packed away now. I never liked Halloween. I know, I know.…
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The human obligation toward animals
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