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Community News July 10, 2026

Area authors to be at Chautauqua Institution CHAUTAUQUA — Calling all bookworms. Don’t miss the Authors Among Us Book Fair on Sunday, July 12 from noon to 2 p.m. on Bestor Plaza at Chautauqua Institution near the Smith Memorial Library. Remember Sundays are free admission days. Just stop by the main gate for a free pass. Eighteen area authors will have books available for sale and signing, including Anne Dimock, Marorie Maddox, Clara Silverstein, Alissa J. Sammarco. Sonya Sutton, Jason Irwin, Richard Sipe, Samuel “Skip” Halpern, Dawn Swanson, Judy Shuler, Martha J. Rogus. ...

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Community News July 9, 2026

THURSDAY, JULY 9 Village of Fredonia public informational meeting regarding village water plans Event will explore the project and meet the representatives. At new Pomfret Town Hall at 10410 Chestnut Road, Dunkirk from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday Knitting Group Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day St., Fredonia, 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. Many of the creations are donated to local charities, or attendees can work on their own projects. For details or to donate unused yarn, call 716 785-6039. Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program 5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs, but park ...

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Community News July 9, 2026

Sons of Revolution meeting Saturday STOCKTON — The Chautauqua County chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will be meeting this Saturday, July 11 at the Stockton Hotel at 12:30 p.m. The meal will be followed by a meeting outlining our plans for the rest of the season. The SAR is a male lineage organization for descendants of the Patriots who fought or otherwise served the United States during the American Revolution. Its purpose is to honor our ancestors and celebrate our glorious heritage as American citizens. South Dayton sets busy weekend SOUTH DAYTON — The ...

Lawmaker proposes microfiber filters for washing machines

Home and Garden July 9, 2026

Assemblywoman Anna Kelles isn’t coming for anybody’s washing machines - but she wants the machines that are used to filter out microfibers before they are sent into the wastewater streams. Kelles introduced legislation (A.11609) late in the legislative session that would require the ...

T-shirt design contest underway for Humane Society

Community News July 9, 2026

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is excited to announce the launch of the Pet Expo ’26 Youth T-Shirt Design Challenge, inviting young artists to show off their creativity while celebrating animals and the spirit of community. This challenge is supported by Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, joining not only as a sponsor but as a promotional partner helping spread the word throughout the region. There is no cost to participate, and submissions can be dropped off at any Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union location or at the Chautauqua County Humane Society. As part of ...

‘The Breadwinner’ showing as part of Cinema Series

Community News July 9, 2026

The Cinema Series continues at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center with screenings of the comedy “The Breadwinner” this Saturday and Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. The Tuesday night screening will be shown with captions visible on the screen. To Nate (Nate Bergatze) and their ...