Fifth-grade Students of the Month for December at Gowanda Middle School were Zachary Salzman, Tessa Gagliardo, Emma Schuster, Odin McMahon, Christine Lyons, KC Blasdell, and Patrick Yohe. They were selected by their teachers for exhibiting responsibility, kindness toward others, perseverance, ...

The following Jamestown Community College students earned part-time dean’s list honors for academic excellence during the Fall 2024 semester. To be eligible, a student must achieve a minimum 3.5 GPA while enrolled in six to 11 degree credits. Brocton: Michelle Burrows, Andrew ...

Many clients with this life trap have a difficult time trusting counselors. It’s ironic that the very people they go to for help, become suspect. When we look at where they come from, namely mental, physical, sexual abuse, coupled with feelings of pain, fear, rage and grief, make it ...

I always was amazed how my husband knew so much about whatever was happening in our community even before it was ever printed in the newspaper. I moved to Westfield in1974. My husband was born here and his family had been here for generations. His roots were here. Due to life’s many ...

There are countless ways to section off stages of our lives. Birthdays are probably the most overrated. Despite all the hype, rarely does something of significance happen on a birthday, other than perhaps overindulgence in cake or booze. Meaningful episodes seem to avoid the spotlight and sneak ...

The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) has announced the establishment of a new scholarship, generously funded by the Dunkirk World War II Veterans Club. This scholarship is dedicated to supporting the continuing education of students with a familial military connection. Eligible ...