December 9
— 1897: Celoron Post Office was established, enhancing communication and services in the growing village.
— 1972: Jamestown’s official seal was updated to remove the depiction of stack smoke, symbolizing a shift in industrial identity.
December 10
— 1897: ...
December 6
1859: Abolitionist John Brown’s body passed through Chautauqua County after his execution.
1897: Towns along the Conewango Creek protested against Jamestown dumping sewage into the waterway.
1925: The first church service broadcast in Jamestown aired on WCOL, later known as ...
December 4
— 1882: The first issue of the Dunkirk Observer was published.
— 1904: The Knights of Columbus Council #929 was established in Dunkirk.
— 1999: The western portion of Route 17 was officially renamed Interstate 86.
December 3
— 1810: William Peacock opened the Holland Land Company regional office in Mayville, supporting settlement efforts in Chautauqua County.
— 1812: Chautauqua County’s first political meeting was held in Mayville by the Democratic-Republicans, the forerunner of today’s ...
December 2
--- 1995: St. Susan’s Soup Kitchen served its 500,000th meal, a testament to its impact on the community.
--- 2011: The Cha-Tau-Qua Squares, a western square dance club, held their final dance after 42 years.
November 26, 1825 – The opening of the Erie Canal was celebrated in Mayville, an event with far-reaching consequences for Chautauqua County and all of New York State. The canal opened new avenues for trade and transportation, propelling the region into economic growth and fostering ...