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Chicken barbecue planned for Tuesday Forestville Chapter 247, Order of the Eastern Star will be holding a chicken barbecue with all proceeds going to the Buffalo and Batavia Veterans Hospitals on Tuesday from noon until 4 p.m. at the D& F Plaza in Dunkirk. Cost is $15 and includes a half ...

Silver Creek Class of 1976 gathers for 50th reunion

The Bicentennial Class of 1976 from Silver Creek celebrated their 50th class reunion on June 13 at Liberty Vineyard and Winery in Sheridan. Guests arrived from across the country as they reminisced about the past and shared nostalgic stories about growth, friendship and cherished moments. At ...

Mason Award nominations being sought

Nominations are now being accepted by United Way of Chautauqua County (UWCHQ) for the 2026 Joseph H. Mason Award, an annual honor recognizing a local union member — active or retired — who demonstrates exceptional commitment to community service. Now in its 45th year, the award pays ...

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TUESDAY, JUNE 30 NYSOH Marketplace insurance advice Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Health Insurance Navigator Ashley will offer free assistance with questions about health insurance including enrollment help. Call 716 525-0908. Cassadaga American ...

Gowanda commends Nephew for Board tenure

GOWANDA — The final Gowanda Board of Education meeting of the school marked the end of Mark Nephew’s tenure with the district. After 27 years as a Board member, Nephew is stepping down. Nephew, the Mayor of Gowanda, was commended by Superintendent Dr. Robert Anderson and the Board at his ...

Forestville rings in commencement

The Class of 2026 rang the bell one last time on their journey at Forestville Schools. Saturday’s Commencement ceremony served as a celebration of their hard work and a turning point for the next chapter in their stories. Following the traditional pomp and circumstance processional, a ...