Behind the scenes, Chautauqua County Republicans were scrambling. Democratic candidate Michael Bobseine of Fredonia fired up a campaign right before Christmas when he announced he was exploring a run for the 150th District of the New York State Assembly. Only months earlier, incumbent Andrew ...

Rust-belt Chautauqua and Warren counties are both no strangers to the disappointment that comes with the annual U.S. Census information. Since 1970, the two entities have combined to see a reduction of 32,524 residents from the region. From 2020 to 2023, Chautauqua County declined from 126,032 ...

Ken Morris settled in three rows back from the make-shift stage on Monday afternoon in the Williams Center at the State University of New York at Fredonia. As union members and Brooks-TLC staff held signs calling for “Building a Better Brooks” and “Investing in Health Care” while ...

Fredonia’s foolish ice cream was something the community and Western New York region savored for almost a quarter century starting in the 1980s. The unique experience for the April 1 custom drew worldwide attention thanks to the crazy and sometimes bizarre flavors that the late businessman ...

Pennsylvania officials are hoping “The Great American Getaway” slogan paves a road to greater visits. In unveiling the new brand, Gov. Josh Shapiro, Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger joined other leaders at PNC Field in Moosic ...

Commencement on Saturday brings to a conclusion one of the most challenging years in recent history at the State University of New York at Fredonia. Sentiments that include frustration and worry have been palpable on the campus and within the community. Reasons for concern at the institution ...