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Community News July 1, 2026

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 chicken, macaroni and potato salads, roll and butter. A half chicken alone is also available for $10. Funds will benefit the veteran's activity funds. Retirees to meet July 11 The Al Tech / Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees will meet Saturday morning, July 11, 8:30 a.m. at the Central Station ...

Forestville rings in commencement

Community News June 30, 2026

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 ...

Coming up …

Community News June 30, 2026

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 Legion weekly bingo Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m. Jurassic Journeys with Cris Johnson St. John’s Church Hall, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 2 to 2:45 p.m. Amazing dinosaur experience. Sponsored by Dunkirk Public Library. St. Joseph’s bingo 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open ...

County making call for foster parents

Community News June 30, 2026

MAYVILLE — The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services is seeking compassionate individuals and families to become foster parents and help provide safe, supportive homes for children in our community. Through the Department’s Home Finding team, prospective foster parents receive guidance and support as they explore opening their hearts and homes to children who may not have their basic needs met or a safe place to call home. Foster parents play a critical role by providing temporary, stable, and nurturing care for children who are placed in foster care ...

Gowanda commends Nephew for Board tenure

Community News June 30, 2026

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 ...

Mason Award nominations being sought

Community News June 30, 2026

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 ...