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Wdowiasz proposes budget with 11% tax hike

Dunkirk Mayor Kate Wdowiasz calls for an 11.27% property tax increase in her 2027 city budget proposal. Ellen Luczkowiak from the city Finance Department forwarded the proposal, along with the mayor’s statement on it, to the OBSERVER late Friday morning. Wdowiasz proposes a tax levy of ...

Borrello notes new opportunity for grape growers

State Sen. George Borrello is alerting regional grape growers to a new processing opportunity that could provide a much-needed outlet for grapes left without a buyer following significant disruptions in the market this growing season. Borrello has been actively engaged in the issue over the ...

SUNY weathers storm, but more clouds on horizon

As the leadership team came forward last week for recognition of the State University of New York at Fredonia’s bicentennial year, CHQ Chamber of Commerce President and Chief Executive Officer Dan Heitzenrater made a request to those seated at tables in the audience. If you were a graduate ...

Exhibit recalls early days of Fredonia college

The Darwin Barker Museum in Fredonia is celebrating SUNY Fredonia’s 200th anniversary with a reminder that the university has seen gigantic changes since its 19th century inception. The museum’s Max Walters gave the OBSERVER a tour that started back in 1822, four years before the school ...

Health, wellness director resigns from Silver Creek

SILVER CREEK — One of the staples of the Silver Creek Central School District has moved on from the district. Jennifer Johnson has resigned as Director of Health and Wellness, effective Friday. Johnson said in her resignation letter, “I am grateful for the opportunities, experiences, and ...

Congressional candidates Langworthy, Gies talk costs, Iran

Congressional candidates Aaron Gies and Nick Langworthy debated last week at an Elmira television station. Republican incumbent Langworthy and Democrat challenger Gies seek to represent New York’s 23rd Congressional District. The candidates did not have questions provided in advance. The ...