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VFW Post 8647 hosts golf tournament to benefit Mayville Food Pantry

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Lake Chautauqua Memorial VFW Post 8647 sponsored its annual golf tournament to benefit the Mayville Food Pantry recently. The tournament began 27 years ago when former post commander Donald Skellie and his wife, Bonnie, organized the first golf event. Skellie passed away several years ago but the event continues to be held each year. VFW Auxiliary members Doug Johnson and Shannon Larson were co-chairs. Larson was a key volunteer and organizer of the event. The rain held off with 116 golfers playing the Chautauqua Lake Course. Proceeds of $6,500 will be divided between the Mayville ...

Speaker highlights power of human connection at SUNY Convocation

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w/pic National Geographic Explorer Chris Bashinelli delivered the keynote address, “The Power of Human Connection: Renew Inspiration and Bring Our Best Selves Every Day.” National Geographic Explorer Chris Bashinelli encouraged members of the SUNY Fredonia community to value their ...

Assembly Democrat proposes repeal of outside income limits

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Less than five years after passing outside income limits for state lawmakers, at least one Assembly Democrat has buyer’s remorse. Assemblyman Clyde Vanel, D-Queens Village, has introduced legislation (A.11733) this week that would repeal the 2022 outside income limits passed by the state ...

Hanover moves on dredging, street drainage

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HANOVER — The Town of Hanover has taken its next step toward dredging Hanover Harbor and Cattaraugus Creek. The Town Board accepted the bid from Littoral Services LLC for sediment sampling and analysis, as well as preparing, coordinating, submitting and obtaining all necessary permits to complete the dredging project. The total cost of the work will range between $39,056 and $49,481. All necessary permits must be obtained by Feb. 1, 2027. Dave Romano, of GEI Consultants, has been assisting the Town in the dredging process up to this point. The Town is optimistic that the work ...

Community Notebook

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Parks Commission meeting Thursday JAMESTOWN — The Chautauqua County Parks Commission will be meeting on Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Chautauqua County airport conference room. The public is welcome to attend. Oktoberfest planned for Oct. 3 BROCTON — On Saturday, Oct. 3, the Brocton American Legion Post 434 will host the 3rd Annual Oktoberfest. There will be authentic German food, fun, and a stein holding competition. German music will be provided by the ‘Polka Boyz, an original Hoffbrau Haus band. This event is open to the public, so bring the family and friends for a fun ...