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Opinion

New rides in the big old city

Commentary

Small town living seldom requires the services of Uber or Lyft. But I was in New York City last week and had the opportunity to be a newly savvy traveler. I became an Uber user. I am a verified rider. I am so cool. It was fun, it was safe, and I enjoyed my drivers. And yes, it is fairly ...

Not standing with Bishop Budde

Commentary

A local pastor posted an open letter by a “progressive” preacher John Pavlovitz urging all pastors in the nation to stand in support of Episcopalian Bishop Mariann Budde for her remarks made to President Trump at the National Cathedral (1-21). Count me out. Another progressive pastor ...

County history today

Community News

February 5 — 1818 – Dunkirk’s post office was established, enhancing mail service in the growing village. — 1896 – The United Brethren Church in Lakewood was organized. — 1900 – The Jamestown Electricians Union (Local 106) held its first meeting, advocating for workers’ ...

FREDONIA: Small fee hikes won’t cover costs

The OBSERVER’s View

Fredonia is growing more desperate for more funds. With expenses surpassing revenues, trustees last month announced a willingness to take a look at current fees. Trustee Jon Espersen brought up the idea and shared information with other members of the Village Board. “I passed out to all the ...

More progress for Chautauqua Lake

Commentary

It may be the middle of winter, but that has not stopped construction of new sewers for the west side of Chautauqua Lake. It is now underway. As you head toward Mayville from Hogan’s Hut on Route 394, you come up a hill and just beyond the crest, on the right-hand side, you will see the ...

County history this week

Community News

February 4 — 1836 – The Union Sepulchral Society of Sherman and Chautauqua was organized, leading to the establishment of Sherman Cemetery. 1868 – In a bold act of defiance, Elizabeth Blanchfield and Susan Keen were arrested on Jamestown’s 3rd Street for wearing men’s clothing, ...