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The OBSERVER’s View

Dunkirk: Chintzy rate hikes don’t fix expenses

Dunkirk’s spending problems will not go away, no matter how many fees are increased. This week, during a council meeting, members approved rate hikes associated with parks and services. Those who are city taxpayers will still be hit with the rising costs while non-residents will be paying ...

BUFFALO SABRES: Will another change at top bring results?

Ever since Darcy Regier was terminated in 2013, the Buffalo Sabres have been on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoffs. So dismal has the team’s record been during the drought, Coach Lindy Ruff — also fired in previously — was brought back. Through it all, that is a lot of ...

BUFFALO SABRES: Will another change at top bring results?

Ever since Darcy Regier was terminated in 2013, the Buffalo Sabres have been on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoffs. So dismal has the team’s record been during the drought, Coach Lindy Ruff — also fired in previously — was brought back. Through it all, that is a lot of ...

NFL: Bills, Chiefs share common ending

Over the last six years, the Kansas City Chiefs have been the major nemesis of the Buffalo Bills. They always stood in their way in taking the next step — whether it be to the AFC Championship game or Super Bowl. But the Chiefs, who had been to the last three Super Bowls, winning two, ...

COUNTY: Relocating crisis unit a smart move

Chautauqua County legislators recently approved the rental of more space in Jamestown’s City Hall by the Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services. It’s a good decision. The move brings the county’s Mobile Crisis Unit as well as its homeless team and family center case ...

DUNKIRK: Spending plan has its flaws

On Monday, Dunkirk Common Council will be meeting to approve the 2026 budget proposal that totals more than $29.5 million. Even if the legislative body approves the document, the public needs to know it is flawed. Last month, the state comptroller issued a critical and scathing report on the ...