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Opinion

America’s ‘number one problem’

Commentary

CHAUTAUQUA — Let’s pick up where we left off 13 weeks ago. “When this columnist was in elementary school, it was common for children from Christian families to ask each other where they went to church. “Almost all such children and their families did so regularly, not just when the ...

‘Impressive’ Swedish bond remains strong

Editor's corner

Near the entrance of the fourth floor conference room of The Post-Journal offices in Jamestown, framed front pages of historical significance line the walls. Some of those editions include the notable battles of World War II, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and a 1969 edition ...

COUNTY: Video captures peril of police work

The OBSERVER’s View

Video released last month by state Attorney General Letitia James of an officer-involved shooting in Mina earlier this year is graphic, disturbing and not for the faint of heart. It’s also an unfortunately real depiction of police work here in Chautauqua County, particularly when officers ...

Facing the cold hard facts

Commentary

We can thank Ben Franklin for teaching us about the two certainties in this life: death and taxes. Those facts haven’t changed since 1776. Or ever. The other certainty is that we all have to deal with both. There’s no escaping the tax man. But a lot of people just aren’t comfortable with ...

Good neighbors are allowed to disagree

Commentary

I want to begin by stating that Tim Hortons brews the best coffee in the world, that while I am not much of a beer drinker when I do partake of Beer Labatt’s Blue is my choice, and that after baseball, hockey is my favorite sport. Having said that, it should be noted that throughout history ...

FISHING: Walleye keeping region in spotlight

The OBSERVER’s View

Walleye continue to be a great catch for Dunkirk and the Lake Erie region. Last week, the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club held an exciting and eventful Walleye Derby. This week, the stakes are even higher. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s National Walleye Tour, presented by Progressive, ...