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Travel advisory remains in effect; accidents noted in north county

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This week's winter storm is maintaining its grip on the region. Chautauqua County’s Travel Advisory remains in effect through 7 a.m. Thursday, with blowing lake effect snow impacting travel in select areas of the county. The advisory, issued earlier this week based on guidance from the New ...

Collins man charged in shooting, five-hour standoff

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COLLINS --- A Collins man is facing attempted murder charges after a five-hour standoff Tuesday in the town. New York State Police at Collins report the Bureau of Criminal Investigation charged Walter M. Blaze, 57, with second-degree attempted murder, first-degree attempted assault, ...

Winds, snow put chill on region

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Our weather outside is expected to be frightful — from the end of 2025 to the beginning of the new year, according to the National Weather Service. Until 1 a.m. Friday, Chautauqua County is under a winter storm warning due to gusty winds and potential heavy lake-effect snows that could reach ...

List of 2025 projects keep region on the go

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Job creators and construction projects always attract attention, especially in an area with economic difficulties. Here are the business and development stories in northern Chautauqua County that grabbed the most interest in 2025: DUNKIRK TOWN USES EMINENT DOMAIN Three property owners ...

List highlights government transparency

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The New York State Coalition on Open Government released its Naughty and Nice list Dec. 18, in its annual holiday season attempt to highlight failures in government transparency. Paul Wolf, president emeritus of the organization, offered a presentation online about the list. He said Democrats ...

Silver Creek agrees to lease with fire district

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SILVER CREEK — For the next two years, the Silver Creek Fire Department is not going anywhere. The Village Board approved a two-year lease with the Bay Creek Fire District to allow for the Silver Creek Fire Department to continue operating out of its current fire hall, owned by the Village of ...