Do not discount advances in BESS Editor, OBSERVER: In regard to the piece with the headline “BESS catastrophe can be prevented” that was published last month in the OBSERVER, I do have some concerns. First, the author writes about lithium ion BESS projects and their myriad dangers. ...

Water’s draining toll for village Editor, OBSERVER: I would like to quote from a commentary in the Oct. 1 OBSERVER: “Fredonia’s water decision has sadly produced division and heated debate among village residents and water customers. There is a great deal of misinformation being ...

Benefit brings outpouring of ‘love’ Editor, OBSERVER: The friends of Annemarie Johnston wish to express their gratitude to all who made the benefit for her family such a great success. Sister Corona and St. Columban’s on the Lake donated food, The Conservation Club provided the ...

One way to rein in spending Editor, OBSERVER: On Aug. 12, the OBSERVER had a story about Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli and his prediction and projection of a huge budgetary shortfall over the next several years. May I make a suggestion that would relieve some, not all, of the difficulty. ...

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. ...

Justice not always served Editor, OBSERVER: Far left judges seem to forget their oath to follow the U.S. Constitution and often invent their own logic. Logic which does not require any relationship to the written words of the U.S. Constitution. Fulfilling a campaign promise, Joe Biden ...