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Modifications made to proposed Dewittville housing project

DEWITTVILLE – Some modifications have been made regarding a proposed housing development at the former Chautauqua Point Golf Course. But even with those changes, nearby residents still appear opposed to at least portions of the project. On Tuesday, a public hearing was held at the ...

Myers defends department in report

Fredonia Fire Chief Joshua Myers defended his department in a report to the village Board of Trustees this week. The chief and his department have received criticism recently for allegedly being a big cause of Village Hall’s financial woes, due to soaring costs and overestimation of ...

Brocton parking law seems to be working

BROCTON — With a rough winter this year, on-street parking restrictions in the Village of Brocton are even more necessary than in recent years. So far this year, the residents have generally complied with the rules in place. Village Clerk Scott Jagoda stated the Village’s Highway ...

Dunkirk, Fredonia to see aid hikes

Dunkirk and Fredonia schools fared well in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2025-26 budget proposal, with both districts receiving more than the typical foundation aid increase. Dunkirk is due to receive a 5.27% foundation aid increase (1,768,244) though its total aid is going up 2.79% due to decreases ...

‘A serious problem’ Cassadaga developing plans regarding flooding

While flooding in Cassadaga appears to be getting worse, a representative with the Cassadaga Lakes Association says they are developing both short and long-term plans. During the Chautauqua County Legislature’s Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting, officials met with county ...

Gowanda pleased with elementary test scores

GOWANDA — Gowanda Elementary has seen positive results in New York State assessment scores this year according to a recent presentation from Elementary Principal Carrie Dzierba to the Board of Education. Dzierba shared the “really exciting news” with data breaking down various testing ...