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Name of Dunkirk homicide victim released

The name of the individual who was shot and killed last month in Dunkirk has been released. According to Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt, the victim was 25-year-old Delani Williams. His obituary, which was published on line by the Lombardo Funeral Home, said he was a Buffalo resident. No arrests have been made. “We identified a person of interest the morning of the homicide and are still developing evidence from the crime scene for charging purposes,” Schmidt said in an email Tuesday, while providing the name of the victim. On June 11, shortly before 10 p.m. ...

‘A lot of heart’

Every spring, families, friends, and members of the South Dayton community gather for a pancake breakfast with a purpose. The event raises money for the Wyatt Butcher Memorial Scholarship. For Wyatt’s family, however, it is about much more than financial support. It is a chance to ensure ...

Council takes on stipends, lot closure

The Dunkirk Common Council’s next agenda includes more money proposed for two city employees and a measure to block off part of the Washington Avenue parking lot for a housing construction project. The agenda for Tuesday’s meeting contains resolutions to authorize stipends of $1,200 for Deputy Planning and Development Director EJ Hayes, and $800 for Youth and Recreation Director Alexis Tofil. Both resolutions state that the stipends are for summer festival work. Both workers took “on additional duties for the operations of festivals outside their normal job duties.” Neither ...

Brocton seeks new sewer contract with prison

The sewer service contract between the Village of Brocton and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) pertaining to the Lakeview Shock Incarceration Correctional Facility has run out. The clock is ticking for a new agreement to be finalized. “We’re going to work ...

Saluting leadership: Troop 267 Scouts take part in Court of Honor

Advancement, leadership, and community service were on full display as Fredonia’s Scout Troop 267 recognized its members during a June Court of Honor ceremony. Fredonia’s Scout Troop 267 gathered on June 15, to celebrate the achievements and leadership of its members during a Court of ...

City legion names officers

The Dunkirk Memorial Post 62, American Legion installed officers for the 2026-27. The ceremony was conducted on June 24. From left are: Tom Haines, sergeant at arms; Mike Edwards, sergeant at arms; Lucinda Simpson, treasurer; Gary Richardson, commander; Matt Sutton, first vice commander; Edziu ...