Rising fees and a 54% tax increase in the village of Fredonia spotlight something this corner has railed against for decades: the continued growing of government with a declining tax base is a formula for disaster. During the village’s public hearing on the plan to hike water and sewer ...
Being ready for coming election Editor, OBSERVER: The general election is just weeks away — make sure your voice is heard! Too often, people think elections only matter in high-profile races, but here in Chautauqua County, your ballot also includes vital contests for local offices. ...
New York’s Medicaid spending problem is out-of-control, was self-created, and must be fixed by our New York State Legislature; fixing the problem will require a fiscally responsible solution that also supports health care in New York. Medicaid is important medical coverage for low-income ...
A recent polemic subjected us — yet again — to an absolutely ignorant use of the term “fascist”, along with a weird interpretation of “democracy.” The writer was identified as a SUNY Fredonia student, so we have every right to question what they are teaching at SUNY Fredonia – ...
Candidate for Chautauqua County clerk Greg Krauza did something few of his counterparts have offered within the last week. In an item that was published in the OBSERVER and The Post-Journal — as well as our online outlets — Krauza announced his plans and intentions regarding the position if ...
He was in his 30s, wasn’t a public official, and never sought public office. His faith was solid, and he loved his country. He spoke passionately of his faith and of making his country a better place. Many supported his cause. Others didn’t, and he knew the danger that ...