August 15: — 1833: The Ellington Christian Church, also known as the Disciples of Christ, was raised, contributing to the area’s spiritual life. — 1846: A school celebration in Ellery attracted 2,000 attendees, showcasing the accomplishments of students in a festive community ...

Tonight is ‘70s Disco Night in Fredonia with Sequins. The Band is Western New York's newest dance and party band. The show starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:30 p.m. in Barker Common in Fredonia.

August 14: — 1871: A tragedy struck when the steamer Chautauqua exploded at Whitney’s Bay on Chautauqua Lake, killing eight people. This event was a somber reminder of the dangers associated with early steam technology. — 1875: President Ulysses S. Grant visited the Chautauqua ...

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14 TOPS NY No. 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. Dunkirk Farmers’ Market Dunkirk Senior ...

Candidates endorsed for Silver Creek HANOVER — The town of Hanover Democratic Committee has endorsed two candidates for Village of Silver Creek Trustees. At the Democratic Caucus held at the Village Hall in July, James Castiglia and Ben Lewis were nominated for Trustee positions. The ...

The City of Dunkirk’s Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series continues tonight with The Living Room Jam Band. The event, held at Point Gratiot Park, is sponsored by Southern Tier Environments for Living, Inc. (STEL), Lawley Insurance and DFT Communications. As an event sponsor, Lawley will ...