U.S. Representative GT Thompson (R-PA) this week introduced the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act (SAWA), legislation that would provide critical changes to the H-2A guest worker program. Original cosponsors of the bill include U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy. “New York Farm Bureau (NYFB) ...
Many of Northern Chautauqua County’s elected leaders are clearly intrigued by the possibility of a nuclear power plant in Dunkirk. One of the politicians convened a panel of nuclear industry players and advocates for a presentation Tuesday at SUNY Fredonia. State Sen. George Borrello ...
John Hemmer looked on proudly as his wife, Marilyn, addressed a crowd of community leaders gathered at the Science Center at SUNY Fredonia Monday afternoon. The pride on his face was mirrored by the pride of those in the audience that know the couple best. “They are the good ones. They are ...
The final Fredonia Board of Education meeting of the school year marked the end of the tenure on the Board for four members - two elected officials and two student representatives. Courtney Gullo and Aaron Marshall served their final meeting of their terms on the Board, while students ...
Chautauqua County is getting ready to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday on July 4. There are several activities slated in different municipalities throughout the county. Here is a list: JAMESTOWN July 3 - The Jamestown Tarp Skunks baseball team plays the Olean Oilers at 7 p.m. ...
Scorching temperatures and high humidity are taking a toll on the state's grid. With extreme heat affecting New York and temperatures expected to remain high through the week, consumer demand on the electric system is rising as homes and businesses rely more heavily on air conditioning. High ...