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Hochul opposes wage board for cannabis businesses

There will be no wage board for cannabis businesses in New York state. Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation that would have repealed labor peace agreements required for cannabis businesses as well as creating a Cannabis Wage Industry Board. But, that signature won't come with the ...

Fredonia artist debuts paintings in ‘Orb Weavers’

Thomas Annear Art Studio is pleased to present Orb Weavers, more than a dozen works by Francesca Woolson, a recent graduate of Maine College of Art & Design, from Friday to Nov. 14. Woolson’s oil paintings are a portrayal of bodies transforming through their environments. Her careful ...

GOP keeps County Legislature control

It appears Republicans will once again hold the majority of the Chautauqua County Legislature and have a shot of getting a super majority. Currently Republicans hold a 12-7 advantage in the legislature. Following Tuesday’s unofficial election results, it appears Republicans have at least ...

Popularity of early voting continues to grow

More people are casting their votes before the official Election Day. According to the Chautauqua County Board of Elections website, a total of 11,135 people cast an early ballot for the 2026 election. Polls closed Tuesday night around 9. See observertoday.com for updated ...

Health officials offer water timeline

Chautauqua County Health Department officials discussed Fredonia’s latest water woes Monday. Department head Jessica Wuerstle and water specialist Natalie Whiteman visited a village Board of Trustees workshop to talk about Fredonia’s recent boil and conservation orders. The boil water ...

Three domestic violence bills awaiting action

Flipping the calendar from October to November brings an end to Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and with it an opportunity for Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign five pieces of domestic violence-related legislation. Kyra’s Law is one of those bills. The legislation (S.6194C/S.2280C) Kyra's Law ...