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Lawson Boat and Motor helping to transform Chadakoin River

Every month I will be communicating with the public about all of the great things going on throughout Chautauqua County as they relate to economic development. This could include a discussion about specific projects of public interest that are underway or have been completed, where they are ...

CARTS announces plan to acquire downtown hub

JAMESTOWN — The Chautauqua Area Regional Transit System (CARTS) announced plans to acquire the existing downtown Jamestown Hub location at 215 E. Third St. to benefit and promote public transportation in Chautauqua County. CARTS has been operating under an existing license agreement since ...

Small business Saturday is here: shop safe, shop small, shop local

In a year filled with uncertainty for small businesses, the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce has unveiled a new program aimed directly at helping small locally owned businesses survive no matter what comes their way next. Sales are the lifeblood of any business. When customers may have difficulty getting to a store, they can still buy from small independent businesses online. The Chamber has launched ShopLocalCHQ – a new online marketplace that features a great collection of nearly 250 products and services offered by more than 50 small local businesses right here in Chautauqua ...

Heritage Ministries launches online gift giving service for residents

Heritage Ministries has launched an online service to make it easier to give gifts to Heritage residents during the holidays. “The COVID-19 pandemic continues to force many time-honored traditions and heart-warming gatherings to change,” said Lisa Haglund, Heritage president and CEO. “That won’t stop us from enjoying seasonal traditions, meaningful moments, and special memories. At our Heritage communities, nationwide, we are determined to make the holiday season of 2020 unlike any other, and our teams are working tirelessly to bring the joy this year.” Heritage has ...

Child Advocacy Program receives $1,000 grant from Central Credit Union

COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County is receiving a $1,000 grant from Centra Credit Union. The Child Advocacy Program was nominated by Centra Team Members who feel passionate about the work this group does in our community. “Thank you to CENTRA Credit Union ...

Seneca earns national honors as businessman

IRVING —Seneca Nation businessman, J C Seneca, has spent the past year celebrating the 25th Anniversary of his Native Pride Travel Plaza with a focus on his Tallchief heritage and ancestry. This month, however, his attention will be refocused on national recognition of his own ...