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Ripley beach stairs closed, need repairs

RIPLEY — The Ripley beach stairs will be closed until further notice, Town of Ripley board members learned at their meeting this month. Councilman Phil Chimera reported that the stairway had been closed and a No Trespassing sign had been put in place due to a number of problems. He went on to explain that the stairs had experienced vandalism and then a tree blew down in a windstorm and fell on the stairs. "We're not sure what we are going to do at this point," Chimera said. "We have to wait until we have everyone together to make a decision." Chimera chaired the meeting because ...

Senior Center celebrates birthdays

Recently the Dunkirk Senior Citizen members birthdays were celebrated with a chicken salad croissant meal enjoyed by all and their guests. Pictured are, in front: Marcia Casella, Janet Jagoda, Jinny Kopp, Marti Webster. In back are Carol Jakubowicz, Judy Policella, Robin Carr, Judi Perry. In ...

Silver Creek plans yard sales on Saturday

SILVER CREEK — The Silver Creek Village Wide Yard Sales take place on Saturday. The village and its surrounding area will be full of shoppers looking for that special antique, collectible, appliance, back to school clothes or that “just gotta have it” item. Participants received a grape poster to be displayed in a prominent location the day of the sale. Those homes have properly registered and paid a nominal fee. The Village requests the shoppers make a special effort to patronize those sales as their registration money will be supporting scholarships for two local ...

ISO calls for new generation, upgrades

The state Independent System Operator sees a continued reliance on fossil fuel resources to maintain power grid reliability for at least the next 20 years. Much has changed over the past three years since the 2023-2042 Outlook was published by the ISO. Federal actions have scrutinized and delayed construction of offshore wind projects and the state Public Service Commission withdrew the New York City Public Policy Transmission Need based on new challenges surrounding offshore wind development. At the same time, renewable project development has slowed and recent state analyses have ...

Suicide Prevention Alliance announces events

The Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County invites community members to come together for a series of events this August and September that promote hope, connection, wellness, and suicide prevention awareness. Whether attending, volunteering, riding, golfing, walking, or running, every participant helps strengthen the Alliance's mission to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and support individuals and families affected by suicide. Community members are encouraged to register early, invite friends and family, form fundraising teams, and volunteer to help make these events ...

Second CHQ History Expo returns Sunday

MAYVILLE — History enthusiasts, families, and curious learners are invited to attend the Second Annual CHQ History Expo on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Town of Chautauqua Community Municipal Building (Old Mayville High School), 2 Academy St. Admission is free and open to the public. The event will officially begin with an Opening Ceremony at 10 a.m., welcoming guests and launching a full day of exhibits, lectures, reenactments, live music, genealogy resources, interactive displays, and family-friendly activities. A complete event schedule is available online at ...