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Cummins waiting out recent demand slowdown

It’s been a tough year for Cummins Inc., as previously forecast slowdowns in demand have proven to be true for much of 2025. What does 2026 look like? It’s too soon to tell. Mark Smith, Cummins chief financial officers, said during a recent conference call with investor analysts that ...

Gowanda High lists honor, merit roll students

Dozens of students at Gowanda High School earned honor roll status for the first marking period of the 2025-2026 academic year. Congratulations to all the following students in fifth grade through 12th grade on this academic recognition. HIGH HONOR ROLL (average of 95 and higher) Grade ...

Thankful wonderland

Thanksgiving morning was having fun in the snow with the grandchildren of Rich and Ann Bartkowiak of Fredonia. Frosty was created by Julia, Belle, Lily, Roman, Owen, Blake and William.

Weekly library events announced

Weekly events at local libraries are scheduled. Check each library’s website for details. — Monday: Preschool Storytime at Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. — Tuesday: Storytime, take-home craft kit ages 2 to 5 at Dunkirk Library, 536 Central Ave., 11 a.m.; Cozy Crafters ...

Gillibrand legislation seeks added Social Security benefits

Amid skyrocketing prices in President Trump’s America, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York is part of an effort to increase Social Security benefits and help seniors combat the rising cost of living. Wednesday, Gillibrand introduced legislation to expand Social Security benefits for ...