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Local advocates coordinate drive for World Down Syndrome Day

Amy Pembridge can’t wait for March 21, 2027. That’s because March 21, 2026, more than fulfilled Pembridge’s expectations for her fundraising event in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day that gathered socks to donate to a company dedicated to addressing an increasing need for many throughout the community. Though the primary purpose was to gather these donations, the event had other effects such as igniting a day of community connection, while recognizing the strength of those with Down Syndrome. The event was coordinated by Pembridge in collaboration with Mayor Kim Ecklund ...

Rains, hail leave mark in Gowanda

Photos courtesy of Phil Palen Heavy rain, golf-ball-sized hail, and widespread flooding affected parts of Western New York on Tuesday. In Gowanda, several residences and businesses were damaged by the hail. School was canceled because of the damage. The hail broke several windows in the ...

4-H youth learn resume, interview skills

Local youth ages 12 and older participated in a hands-on 4‑H career readiness workshop designed to help them begin building essential tools for future success in college, the workforce and leadership roles. The workshop was taught by Rose Carr, a longtime educator of English, public ...

United Arts Appeal accepting grant applications

The United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County (UAA) is now accepting applications from Chautauqua County artists and organizations for its 2026 Projects Pool Grants Program. Grants of up to $500 are available to quality arts programs and organizations as well as individual artists. Artistic ...

Paint CHQ effort targets events for Dunkirk, Bemus Point

The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth (CCPEG) is announcing several updates for Paint CHQ, Chautauqua County’s public art initiative that brings vibrant murals, creative placemaking, and cultural tourism to local communities. For 2026, Paint CHQ will be implementing two ...

Shakespeare Club hears history on State of Palestine

A March meeting of the Fredonia Shakespeare Club was hosted at the home of Judi Lutz Woods. President Karin Cockram welcomed Club members to the meeting. After a brief business meeting concluded, a paper by Linda Dunn on the State of Palestine was presented. A summary follows: In 2011 ...