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Sunday Lifestyles

Gowanda channels grief over therapy dog into a lasting legacy

GOWANDA – United in sorrow over the sudden loss of a beloved therapy dog, students and staff at Gowanda Central School District are channeling their grief into making a difference in the community. Approved at a recent meeting of the Village of Gowanda board meeting, the Dog Stick Library ...

Healing with horses: Finding the feeling of happiness with hooves

What Is Happiness, Really? Is it just a feeling? For me, happiness is Centaur Stride. It’s the sound of hooves in rhythm with the heartbeat of joy. It’s the sparkle in a rider’s eyes, the quiet bond between human and horse, and the laughter shared between volunteers and staff. It’s ...

Time For Second Spring

Second Spring 1-2 While walking on Audubon’s trails, which I often do with a friend who is very familiar with mushrooms, she casually mentioned something that has changed my view on autumn. Crouched down on her knees getting a closer look at a growing mushroom, she said: “You know, this is ...

Just between us

Over 6,000 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama’s spring 2025 commencement ceremonies at Coleman Coliseum. Local students include: Kassidy Incitto of Dunkirk, who received a Bachelor of Science in Education and Anna Schrauth of Fredonia who received a Master of Arts. … Paul ...

Pinochle tourney winners announced

A perfect August evening greeted the 14 participants of the Third Annual Jackie Uszacki Pinochle Tournament, hosted by Sue and Dennis Rak at Double A Vineyards on Christy Road in Fredonia. Participants hailed from Orchard Park, Cassadaga, Fredonia and Dunkirk, as the seven teams vied for the ...