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County officials give tips to avoid mosquitos

The Chautauqua County Health Department is reminding residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites and protect themselves from potential exposure to mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Recommendations follow the recent notification received ...

Westfield school finalizes plans for new year

WESTFIELD – Westfield Academy and Central School Board of Education members unanimously approved the 2025-26 District Goals, as well as the 2025-26 Code of Conduct and District Safety Plan at their August meeting. The School District Board of Education goals include objectives for student ...

Ripley gets grant for infrastructure

RIPLEY — Town Board members learned at their regular meeting on Aug. 14, that the state Environmental Facilities Corporation has awarded a $50,000 grant to the town to be used to determine improvements to the wastewater treatment plant. Ripley Supervisor Laura K. Pless read a correspondence ...

Used book sale next week in Silver Creek

SILVER CREEK — It’s that time of year! Held the weekend of the Grape Festival, Anderson-Lee Library, located at 43 Main St., invites residents to stop at the library for some wonderful used books and loads of jigsaw puzzles. Get a first look at what is being offered during the pre-sale on ...

County youths shine at State Fair dog show

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s 4-H Dog Program wrapped up its year with two youth representing Chautauqua County at the New York State 4-H Dog Show. The 4-H dog program meets regularly throughout the year to learn about dog care, training, and grooming. Two 4-H ...