The controversial motel on Route 60 in Fredonia is now empty, according to Fredonia Mayor Michael Ferguson. Ferguson told the village Board of Trustees Monday that the closure of the former Econo Lodge was complete, “with all residents safely being transferred to new locations. “Once ...

FORESTVILLE — The 2026-27 Forestville school budget has not changed much since its initial presentation several months ago. On Tuesday, voters will decide on a proposed budget of $14,982,238, which carries a school tax levy increase of ...

Due to ongoing staffing issues within the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, temporary office hours will be implemented until further notice in order to maintain efficient customer service and ensure timely processing of mailed-in services and administrative responsibilities. Effective immediately, ...

A Westfield man, who is being held on $1 million bail after allegedly trying to murder a woman in March in the village, is facing an additional charge. On Monday, an investigation was conducted by the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Division. It was found that Jahmaul ...

Public access cameras may have been off, but there were plenty of fireworks following the Fredonia Village Board meeting on Monday. Shortly after its gathering, the village parted ways with David Bird. The discussion regarding the decision was not part of the Fredonia Public Access broadcast. ...

SILVER CREEK — After years of requests and discussions, the village of Silver Creek has taken the next step forward with potential improvements to Buffalo Street. A contract has been awarded to EcoStrategies to serve as engineers for the village’s Buffalo Street improvement project in the ...