Settlers, not immigrants, built country Editor, OBSERVER: Some would argue that immigrants built this country, but they didn't. Settlers did. Were settlers immigrants? No they weren't. Immigrants come to a developed nation looking for opportunity. Settlers go to an undeveloped land and ...

‘Nasty’ politics continue in village Editor, OBSERVER: When I retired from SUNY Fredonia in December 2015; my wife and I decided to stay in Fredonia. We continue to like that the village is friendly, has relatively low local taxes, and the very good entertainment provided by the ...

Is there ‘courage’ in our capital? Editor, OBSERVER: It's time to call upon one of the Stoic virtues to pull us out of this tailspin we find ourselves in. That virtue is courage and we are in desperate need across most segments of our society. Colleges, businesses, law firms, media ...

Congress should handle tariffs, not the president Editor, OBSERVER: I am not a lawyer but I can read and understand simple English. The US Constitution says in Article 1, Section 8 : “The Congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts, and excises”. It does NOT ...

Adding clarification to Amphitheater Editor, OBSERVER: It is inaccurate, indeed deceptive, to write or describe performances taking place at the current Amphitheater without distinguishing between the original historic landmarked Amp that was demolished in 2016 and the $42 million imitation ...

Editor, OBSERVER: The corner of Route 20 and White Street in Fredonia is no longer quiet. The magnificent “Queen” has returned to her hallowed spot. The White Inn, long vacant, has been restored and remodeled and is ready to welcome overnight guests. An animal bedroom is also available ...