A hearing on Dunkirk’s proposed 2027 budget saw five critical residents speak — but the most passionate comments came afterward. Linda Wierzba said during the Common Council’s meeting Tuesday, held directly after the hearing, that…
Blue wave misses area; Borrello, Molitor re-elected
The blue wave that flipped offices from red to blue on Election Day is costing Republicans in the New York…
Brocton, Portland shift code duties
PORTLAND — As Portland Supervisor Rich Lewis said at a recent Brocton Village Board meeting, “Code Enforcement is going through…
Langworthy re-elected, but his role will change
Rep. Nick Langworthy will remain the 23rd Congressional representative in Congress, though he will be taking on a different role…
GOP keeps County Legislature control
It appears Republicans will once again hold the majority of the Chautauqua County Legislature and have a shot of getting…
Popularity of early voting continues to grow
More people are casting their votes before the official Election Day. According to the Chautauqua County Board of Elections website,…
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Local/Region
Mayville write-in candidates face uphill battle
Write-in votes could determine the Mayville mayor’s race, though write-in challengers Bill Ward and Tom Carlson face an uphill road. Rick Syper, incumbent mayor, received 228 votes while there were 237 write-in votes cast. Those will need to be counted and verified by the county board of elections. Voters across Chautauqua County decided a…
SHERIDAN — The Lake Shore Flea Market will be at the VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route…
Flea market set for Friday, Saturday in Sheridan
Hochul opposes wage board for cannabis businesses
St. George still awaits permit for recycling yard
Local Sports
Fearless Freddie’s Football Forecast
PRIME TIME. The AFC-leading Buffalo Bills slide back into the national spotlight once again with a big game Monday night on the road in Minnesota. This scribe is fully expecting the Buffalo offense to be operating on all cylinders and cruise to an impressive victory. The defense will continue to improve, stopping the Vikings…
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GOP keeps County Legislature control
It appears Republicans will once again hold the majority of the Chautauqua County Legislature…
The OBSERVER’s View
The OBSERVER’s View: Hochul needs to quit delaying on Kyra’s Law
We've reached the time of year when Gov. Kathy Hochul begins signing legislation passed by the state Legislature before the end of its session in June. It's ludicrous to us that this process takes half a year in some cases, particularly when it comes to legislation that was approved with overwhelming legislative support like…
The OBSERVER’s View: Balancing act with winter heating
The OBSERVER’s View: Special library tribute built ‘relationships’
The OBSERVER’s View: One last chance to vote
Obituaries
Irene G. Warrior
Madylon (Mathers)Kubera
Madylon (Mathers) Kubera
Patricia M. Babcock
Commentary
Senator’s remarks send scary message
Everyday communications are maddening
North county currently lacks a vision
Being creatures of convenience
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