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Lake Shore reports record earnings in 2025

Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Lake Shore Bank, reported unaudited net income of $1.9 million, or 26 cents per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to net income of $1.5 million, or 19 cents per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2024. For the year ended Dec. 31, the company reported unaudited net income of $7.3 million, or 97 cents per diluted share, as compared to $4.9 million, or 65 cents per diluted share, for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024. The company's 2025 financial performance was positively impacted by an increase in net interest ...

Colley’s closing its Fredonia store

Colley’s Pools & Spas announced via its Facebook page, “with heavy hearts” that it will not be reopening our Fredonia location. According to the post, the Fredonia location first opened its doors in 1980, founded by Bruce and Marie Colley, and quickly became the second of what would grow into four Colley’s locations. “Over the decades, this store has been more than a place of business — it has been a trusted resource, a familiar stop, and a part of everyday life for families throughout Fredonia and the surrounding communities,” the post said. “We want to extend our ...

CCPEG announces launch of rebranded economic growth fund program

The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth (CCPEG) will once again provide support for qualifying economic development projects through its rebranded Economic Growth Fund (EGF). Municipalities, nonprofits, academic institutions, economic development organizations, and community ...

CHQ Chamber plans State of Business breakfast

As a countywide business association, the CHQ Chamber convenes local businesspeople in a variety of ways throughout the year. For the second year in a row, CHQ Chamber will present the State of Business Breakfast. This event will be Friday, Jan. 30 at 8 a.m. at The White Inn, 52 East Main Street, Fredonia. The Chamber chose presenters from a range of partner organizations that work with local businesses to provide an overview of the county’s economic climate. Well over 100 businesspeople turned out for that event, and we received some very positive feedback following the breakfast, ...

Mental Health Association receives NCCF grant

Executive Director Michael Nordin has announced that the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County received a major grant from the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation. “We are so grateful to the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation for their award of $11,000 to the MHA,” ...

Nestle Purina contributes $51,452 to United Way campaign

Nestle Purina’s Dunkirk plant has contributed $51,452 to United Way of Chautauqua County’s 2025 Fundraising Campaign, bringing United Way closer to its $1.7 million goal as the campaign enters its final weeks. The contribution reflects both corporate support from Nestlé Purina as well ...