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ISO calls for new generation, upgrades

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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 ...

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Fredonia Police Department — William Eppinger was arrested June 2 and charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to stop. Eppinger was also arrested June 16 and charged with second- degree criminal use of drug paraphernalia and seventh- degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. — Kenneth Nolan was picked up on a warrant June 2. — Paul Stout was arrested June 3 and charged with forcible touching. — Heather Payne was picked up on a warrant June 5. — Adrian Coone was arrested June 5 and charged with second-degree aggravated ...

Senior Center celebrates birthdays

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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 ...

Discovery Way needs volunteers

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Pictured is a work crew from July 22 at Discovery Way at Point Gratiot in the city. Revitalize Dunkirk is planning another work day on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. Participants are encouraged to meet at the trailhead. The group has lots of mulch to move and many shovels make for lighter work.

Family Fest planned for Sunday at Holy Trinity

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This time of year, the weather is so nice, it’s a shame to spend hours indoors instead of enjoying time in the sun. This Sunday, families will get to enjoy the outdoors even for Sunday Mass in an event designed to not only raise funds, but strengthen bonds within the Catholic community. The Lord’s Vineyard Family of Parishes, in partnership with Northern Chautauqua Catholic School, will be hosting “Family Fest” this Sunday, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., at the Holy Trinity Grounds located at 1032 Central Avenue in Dunkirk. “It’s planned to be a friend-raiser,” said Tony ...

Silver Creek plans yard sales on Saturday

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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 ...