Richard and Dory Ward were married at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Silver Creek on May 1, 1965. On Thursday, they celebrate their 60-year anniversary. Family members Al, Mallory, Juliana, Annalise, Tammy, Dakota, Paige and Lincoln.
George and Judy Travis George and Judy Travis of Brocton, recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal at St Dominic’s Church in Brocton. The ceremony was performed by Father David Tourville. George and the former Judy McNally, were united in marriage on Feb. 27, ...
Mr. and Mrs. John and Kathy Dyckes recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary alongside family and friends. They were married on Sept. 27, 1974, in Dunkirk. The couple celebrated with a vow renewal and dinner at Liberty Vineyards. The couple were joined by the three children and their ...
James and Carolyn Keddie James and Carolyn Keddie, former Silver Creek residents, announced that they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. “We spent the day on Kelly's Island, Ohio, with our son,Todd, (wife, Linda, and son, Tim); Grandson Colin Covella, Ashtyn, and great-grandson, ...
JAMESTOWN – The annual 4-H Fashion Revue was held recently at Jamestown Community College. The event was hosted by the 4-H Clothing and Consumer Science committee. 4-H members were evaluated on their sewing as well as their modeling abilities. Commentators for the evening were Everett ...
SATURDAY, JUNE 7 Dunkirk Walleye Festival City pier. 7 a.m. shotgun start. Weigh-in for Primitive Patriot Outdoors WNY Walleye Classic at 5 p.m. Music by The Committed 1 to 3 p.m.; West of the Mark 7 to 10 p.m. Food, crafts, fishing gear vendors 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Westfield Flea ...
Infinity Dance Academy opened its doors in September 2005, welcoming 41 eager students and a dream to build something extraordinary. Within just two years, the dance family outgrew our original space and moved into a larger facility, marking the first of many milestones. Guided by four ...
Pursuing college or a future career can feel overwhelming for many young people, especially when they’re unsure where to begin. Fortunately, the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) initiative is helping freshmen in the Dunkirk City School District ...
Four Chautauqua County residents will lead the New York Society Colonial Dames XVII Century. They are all members of the Alice Putnam Chapter, Buffalo. Brenda Sue Prosser Johnson of Jamestown was installed as President of the New York Society at the CDXVIIC National Conference Saturday, ...
Of all the flora and fauna in the region, snails are not one I think about very often. On hikes, they fall into the “just” category. Oh, it’s just a snail. Oh, it’s just a crow. Oh, it’s just a dandelion. They are so easy to overlook because they are commonplace. But there are other ...
Pine Valley Central School District's Class of 2026 recently participated in a group community service project by going to the Western New York Developmental Disabilities Office homes in Perrysburg to help with outdoor spring cleaning. The juniors assisted cleanup at three different group ...
The following students were chosen as May's Students of the Month representing grades kindergarten through fifth. These students demonstrated the character trait of leadership on a consistent basis. Front row: Siena Johnson, Katya Smith-Worden, Noah Klemens, Jack Donato. Middle row: Delilah ...
HAMBURG — St. Francis High School, a Roman Catholic, Franciscan, private, college preparatory school for young men in Western New York has announced its first and second honors for the third quarter of the 2022-23 school year. Area students who made the list are as follows: ANGOLA First ...
The following students from Jamestown Community College were placed on the Dean’s List for academic excellence during the fall 2022 semester. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.50 during the semester while enrolled in at least 12 degree ...
Honor and merit roll students have been listed by Northern Chautauqua Catholic School for the second-marking period. First honors Fourth grade: Madeline Woelfle, Turner Morris, Cain Palmer, Kara Harrington, Avery Brown, Henry Congdon, Maddison Mackowiak, Violet Zappie, Avareigh Rivera, ...
The November Students of the Month were named at Dunkirk School 3. In row one, from left, are: Owen Ni, Natalie Wise, represented School 3 at the December Board of Education meeting; Charlotte Trippy and Vivianna Lockett. In row two are: Kisun Peters, principal, School 3, Ishtar Gautier ...
On the morning of June 5, 2023, Evan and Eric Golem of Dunkirk welcomed their fifth child into the world. Atlee Steven Roam Golem was born at home, weighing 9 pounds and measuring 21.5 inches. Atlee has four older siblings: Lily, Ellis, Ayda and Zander Golem. The proud grandparents are Steven ...
Naomi Ray Steinhoff was born at 6:53 a.m. Friday, June 24, 2022. She weighed 2 pounds, one ounce and is 15 inches long. The parents are Quintina Steinhoff and Jacob Steinhoff of Stockton. Grandparents are LaVonne Carpenter and Michael Carpenter of Brocton and Alan Steinhoff and Valerie Higgs of ...
Bodhi Robert Adamowicz was born on Nov. 10, 2021, in Oishei Childrens Hospital to Colby and Nicole Adamowicz. He weighed 7 pounds and 1 ounce at 19 3/4 inches. Proud sister Harper Adamowicz. Grandparents are Brad Pachol, Amy Ricotta, Aaron Ricotta, Marv Cummings, Vicki Cummings and Cathy Cummings.
Philip and Shelby Kies welcomed an infant son, Connor Brooks Kies, on Dec. 14, 2020, at Magee Womens UPMC Hamot, in Erie, Pa. Grandparents are Tore and Beverly Arvidson of Bemus Point, Monika (Howard) Miller-Kies of Groveland, Fl, and John (Ahmed) Kies of Erie, Pa.
Ellen Calmus, whose organization supports Mexican families that have relatives in America, will give the final Brown Bag talk of the academic year at the State University of New York at Fredonia. The presentation, “Cross-Border and Mixed-Nationality Families in a Changing World: Potential ...
The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center announced today that the concert and master class with Broadway star Nick Adams, scheduled for Friday, April 4, has been postponed. “Sadly, Nick has had to postpone his planned concert here at the Opera House and his master class at ...
James Dobek and Mary Dobek of Jamestown have announced the engagement of their daughter, Abigail M. Dobek, to Justin D. Love. Love is the son of Charles Love and Daphane Shoenthel of Syracuse and is the wonderful father to his son, Jaxson Love, and daughter, Maliyah Stone. The couple met ...
The engagement of Terry Braunstein of Buffalo to Gary Fancher of Fredonia has been announced. She has a master's degree in musical theater from University of Buffalo and a BA in theater and dance. She is a retired professor of theater, dance, and film at Erie Community College. She is working ...
Do you find yourself deeply moved by the power of music? Are you searching for a unique Lenten experience that speaks to the heart and soul? Holy Trinity Parish invites you to take part in a profound journey of faith through the Stations of the Cross — brought to life with contemporary music ...
Kingsley Woods is the new assistant youth pastor and ministry director at Christ Chapel Wesleyan Church in Silver Creek. She studied Youth Ministry and Music at Houghton University. She continues to teach voice and piano lessons to school-aged children. She is passionate about youth ministry ...
“Back to Church Sunday,” part of a national movement of churches across America, will be held at First Baptist Church in Dunkirk at 10 a.m. Sunday. All are welcome to join us. Since it started as a call to action and invitation for the church in 2009, the National Back to Church Sunday ...
In the past Medicare beneficiaries used their Social Security number as their Medicare number. In 2018, as a result of some changes instituted by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) each Medicare beneficiary received a new card with a uniquely assigned combination of letters ...
The wedding of Shaila Gorske and Sean Korzenski took place over the weekend of Sept. 20 with close friends and family on one of the last beautiful summer days of the year. Both are Dunkirk residents and the ceremony was held at a private residence on Route 5.
Stephanie Henderson and Alex Dodig were united in marriage on July 6, 2024 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Brunswick, Ohio. The bride is the daughter of Mark and Kathy Henderson of Ohio and the granddaughter of Jane Henderson of Dunkirk. The groom is the son of Paul and Mary Jo Dodig, also of ...
Mr. and Mrs. John Quinn John M. Quinn and Lisa M. Halas were married on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023, in the city of Buffalo after a nine-month engagement. The bride is the daughter of Dennis Halas and Kim Seibert of Dunkirk. The groom is the son of Michael Quinn of Irvington and Emilia Lamme of ...
Ashley Dimmer and Jose Medina were united in marriage on June 17, 2023, in a Catholic Mass and ceremony at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Dunkirk. The wedding was officiated by Father Robert J. Owczarczak. The bride is the daughter of Paul and Mirna Dimmer of Maryland. The groom is the son ...
The United Senior Citizens met April 14 at the Falcon Club, Lake Shore Drive East, Dunkirk to enjoy food, camaraderie and a few bingo games afterward. United Senior Citizens is one of many senior organizations in Chautauqua County that fills a need for senior citizens — 55 and older — to ...
SILVER CREEK – The Silver Creek Seniors met on April 29 with 27 members present. President Sally Conover opened the meeting with the Pledge to the Flag and all singing God Bless America. Chaplain Pauline Flitt read “Practice Makes Perfect,” and offered a blessing for the members. Everyone ...
SILVER CREEK – The Silver Creek Seniors met on April 22 with 23 members present. President Sally Conover opened the meeting with the Pledge to the Flag and all singing God Bless America. Chaplain Pauline Flitt read “Awake Each Morning,” and offered a blessing for the members. Hanover ...
SILVER CREEK – The Silver Creek Seniors met on March 25 with 25 members and guests present. President Sally Conover opened the meeting with the Pledge to the Flag and all singing God Bless America. She then welcomed visitors David and Janet Tofani and Cybele McIntosh. Everyone enjoyed the pot ...
Susan Palys, an artist living in Angola, has reached a major milepost on her artistic journey. The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is housing Sue’s first solo exhibition, “Blooming Colors,” now through June 18 in its Archangel Gallery. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The admission ...
Danza! Performing Arts Academy and their student Danzaco dance companies had an amazing season and are currently preparing for their upcoming production “MOVE.” “MOVE” performances will be at Marvel Theatre SUNY Fredonia May 30 and 31 at 7 p.m. featuring talented local dancers of all ...
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28 Tops NY 890 meeting First United Presbyterian Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek. Weigh-ins begin at 8:45 a.m., meeting starts at 9:35 a.m. All are welcome. Use the Main Street entrance. For details, call 716 680-0313. Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Mah Jongg ...
The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center and DFT Communications are celebrating a 25-year relationship in which DFT has served as corporate sponsor of the Opera House’s Spotlight Series. “We are very excited to be continuing this long-standing partnership between the Opera ...
Susan Palys, an artist living in Angola, has reached a major milepost on her artistic journey. The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is housing Sue’s first solo exhibition, “Blooming Colors,” now through June 18 in its Archangel Gallery. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The admission ...
The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center will begin screening films with open captions as part of its Cinema Series. The captions will be visible during Tuesday evening screenings; Saturday evening screenings will remain without captions. “A number of our patrons have requested ...
CHAUTAUQUA – The Chautauqua County Music Teachers Association will hold its annual Spring All-County Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater. The concert will feature the county’s best student musicians from 20 school districts located in Chautauqua County ...
The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center presents eight regional performers in a special concert that celebrates Broadway on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Conceived and developed by Steve Wendell, And the Tony Goes to … (50 Years of BEST MUSICAL Nail-Biters) features eight area performers ...