The State University of New York at Fredonia will welcome 23rd U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo as its Williams Distinguished Visiting Professor on Thursday. Ms. Harjo will give a talk in the Juliet J. Rosch Recital Hall at 5 p.m. and then attend a reception at the Cathy and Jesse Marion Art ...
No Kings III events are planned for Saturday in Chautauqua County. “No Kings is a mass, nonviolent movement that has already mobilized millions…and is growing as communities unite to reject authoritarian power grabs and defend dignity and freedom,” organizers say. Many national groups are involved in this movement such as the ACLU, Indivisible, 50501, and others. The nationwide call to action for Saturday, the third No Kings Day, will have local participation possible. Those who wish to participate must be mindful that this event is organized as a peaceful demonstration to ...
Even though spring break starts next week, a looming strike could possibly impact local school districts in the coming days. On Wednesday, Teamsters school bus workers at First Student yards across the country voted by an 88% margin to authorize a strike should the company fail to negotiate a fair contract. With an expiration date of Tuesday, the National Master Agreement covers more than 17,000 members represented by 96 Teamsters locals. “The Teamsters Union has been consistently raising the standards within the school bus industry for decades, and this contract will be no ...
The Historical Society of Dunkirk is excited to welcome the season with the opening of our newest exhibit, “Dance, Lead, Write, Vote, Play, Give… as Equals!” This display features a selection of some of the most accomplished women in Dunkirk as a way to inspire locals of all ages to ...
The Westfield Fund is accepting applications for grants from charitable programs and organizations that serve the Westfield community. Grant applications should be submitted by April 1. Award decisions will be announced in June. Priority will be given to grant requests that demonstrate the following: — The potential impact and number of people who will benefit from the grant. — An innovative, efficient approach to serving community needs. —- Assistance for citizens whose needs are not being met by existing programs or services. — Cooperation with other agencies in the ...
The Resource Center recently paid tribute to the dedication, commitment and contributions of long-term staff at its 41st Employee Service Recognition Luncheon. The event, held at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron, honored employees and board members who, during 2025, achieved ...
