Jan. 1, 2020. One o’clock at the Arkwright Town Hall. The room was packed with smiling faces. There was so much to look forward to as five town officials were sworn in for the first time. Oh, sure. There was trepidation as well. Aren’t we all somewhat afraid of what’s new? But each knew ...
Thirty years ago — 1990 Winners of the Lakeshore Humane Society Pet Photo contest are Susan Soper, first place winner of a $100 U.S. Savings Bond for her photo of a beagle named Biscuit; Bonnie Gajewski, second place winner of a $25 Hills’ Gift Certificate for her photo of Bearly, a calf. ...
WARREN, Pa. — For movie-goers south of the New York state border, the shows are starting to go on. As part of the reopening of Pennsylvania, lawmakers have given the green light for theaters to open with no more than 250 people in attendance. For Wendy McCain, executive director of the ...
For 30 years, David Prince has served either the town of Pomfret or the village of Fredonia — sometimes both — as judge. He was dedicated to the job and the community he served for all those years. In fact, Prince’s vehicle was seen at the village hall almost as much as it was in his ...
Volumes of complaints about Primary Election Day mismanagement are on the front page of newspapers across the entirety of New York state. We are glad to report that more than 200 county election inspectors and Mayville staff worked and again brought home a successful June 23 Chautauqua County ...
Last article, we met Jacob, a first-time walk in. Private counseling practices generally are found to schedule clients. Never say never. Walk-ins are welcomed. However, Jacob was my first walk-in client. My brief indulgence into a post-lunch siesta was interrupted. Time allowed for this ...
Thirty years ago — 1990 Department of Social Services Attorney Jerry D. Hyde was honored with Chautauqua County’s “Outstanding Employee Award” for major accomplishments during the past two years as the Child Support coordinator of the Department of Social Services Child Support ...
How short is Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s memory? Does he remember his blithering bluster only three short months ago when Rhode Island threatened to force any visitors from New York state to be quarantined regardless of whether or not they had symptoms? Does he remember threatening lawsuits at ...
Nationwide protests and their opponents are debating how to respond to racism. The problem is that racism is such an unclear notion that the debaters are likely talking past one another. Recent anti-racism protests involve marches, speeches, arson, kneeling, looting, and pulling down ...
CHENEY’S POINT — On Chautauqua Lake between Stow and Ashville is a bay where the waters are generally calmer than elsewhere. Cottages face east, so the sun rises each morning from across the lake and sets each evening behind them. The view includes much of the lake’s southern ...
Thirty years ago — 1990 Chautauqua Day Care Inc. is among the first day care programs in the United States to be accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs. The Academy recognizes programs which meet national standards of quality in early childhood programs. Chautauqua ...
If Music on the Pier is going to happen this summer in Dunkirk, it will have to be in a different location. Last week, city Mayor Wilfred Rosas said options are being considered for different venues. “We’re looking at possibly Memorial Park or Point Gratiot for the rest of Music on the ...
I try not to be personal in these articles, but, rather, discuss issues which affect the general public. I have made an exception here because this issue does affect an important segment of the general public — veterans. I am a Vietnam veteran and have benefitted from receiving medical ...
Thirty years ago — 1990 At an afternoon luncheon at the White Inn, the Fredonia Kiwanis Club inducted its first three women members: Michelle M. Green, Kathie Christian and Joyce Blodgett. The club was established in 1924 and currently has 44 active members. Forty years ago — 1980 The ...
Bombs bursting in air is supposed to be reserved for special occasions, like the Fourth of July or Labor Day. It certainly is an annoyance, then, to have fireworks booming in short bursts in Dunkirk and Jamestown in recent weeks. Many have complained to police that the fireworks are ...
Westfield engaged with its school Editor, OBSERVER: I am writing in regard to the Westfield Academy and Central School budget vote and board of education election. What a turnout! The budget passed by a vote of 955 to 296. It’s impressive to note how many voters are interested and ...
Independence Day will soon be here, and we shall not forget. It was George Washington who said on Jan. 8, 1790: “Among the many interesting objects which will engage your attention, that of providing for the common defense.” We believe today that American exceptionalism is unique and is ...
The Village Board meeting that was reported in the OBSERVER (June 20) both surprised and disappointed us. It was stated that the Darren Manzella-Lapeira Memorial Run was unanimously approved by the board if approved by us. This was clearly done without any conversation with us and should ...
Thirty years ago — 1990 Woodbury Vineyards is celebrating their 10th anniversary July 1 with a big party in the vineyards at the winery on Roberts Road in Dunkirk. The Woodbury family is celebrating a decade of evolution from a “pick-your-own” fruit farm to a world-class winery ...
Many residents in Chautauqua County still — to this day — are quick to blame Albany for burdensome mandates and high taxes. While there is some truth to that, there is an even greater fact to how we are our own worst enemies. Consider the school budget voting that took place this month. ...