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The OBSERVER’s View

MEMORIAL DAY: Show gratitude for the sacrifices

Here we are, in the midst of a three-day weekend that serves for many as the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. For some, it will be their first getaway of the season. For others, it will be the weekend on which they open their pool. For some, it will be the day on which ...

AIR TRAVEL: FAA must start to address worries

Until the midair collision that claimed 67 lives on Jan. 29 near the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, followed soon thereafter by a number of other incidents involving planes, some of those incidents also resulting in fatalities, members of the flying public generally had exuded great ...

SUNY FREDONIA: Getting a grip on fiscal picture

It appears as if the State University of New York at Fredonia has found the right person to right the financial ship. During the recent College Council meeting this month, Wayne Lynch spoke frankly about a troubling deficit that is being whittled down. “Current expenses are not reflective ...

BEMUS POINT: Hotel gets chance for a rebirth

Recent news that the court-disputed sale of the Hotel Lenhart is, we hope, a good development for the village of Bemus Point and those who look forward each summer to spending lazy summer evenings on the iconic rocking chairs of the venerable lakefront hotel. The Hotel Lenhart has has been a ...

FREDONIA: Ovation perfect farewell for director

Before the State University of New York at Fredonia commencement celebration Saturday, a smaller — yet significant — ceremony was held before the Commencement eve pops in the King Concert Hall. Prior to an excellent performance of the “Sound of Music” by students and the Western New ...

Silver creek Collaboration puts community first

Silver Creek’s efforts to help those in need continue to grow. While the village holds a monthly mobile food pantry that is highly utilized, another organization is pitching in. Last week, Anderson-Lee Library announced it has partnered with FeedMore WNY to host The Farm Market every ...