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The OBSERVER’s View

WASHINGTON: Deficit spending still being ignored

Our federal government — particularly the White House — continues to fail to take the consequences of deficit spending seriously. President Biden’s approach to economic policy is, in the words of Peter Suderman of Reason magazine, “a philosophy of throwing money at programs, people, ...

FREDONIA Bach fest to go out on a high note

It appears the 27th edition of Bach & Beyond Baroque Music Festival will likely be the last. In a letter sent to Fredonia Opera House patrons, Executive Director Rick Davis spelled out some important fiscal realities that come with an undertaking that takes weeks of planning. Scheduled ...

BROCTON Big-buck schools won’t fix playground

As warmer temperatures graced the region earlier this week, thoughts of spring cannot help but enter in the minds of many. It certainly was what Brocton Village Board members were thinking about when it came to one of the playgrounds. A windstorm in January continues to leave its mark on ...

SCHOOLS State finances start to impact districts

Dunkirk City Schools financial adviser Richard Timbs made his annual appearance earlier this month at a recent board meeting. Timbs, who is always looking out for the districts, gave his usual spiel that taxpayers are not paying enough. But he also issued a warning. He noted what is obvious ...

BARCELONA Coming together to solve a problem

There is a lot of talk about the need for bipartisanship in Congress. And while we struggle to come to agreement on major national issues like immigration reform, abortion and the environment, there are glimmers of ability to work across the aisle on matters of local interest. That came ...

FREDONIA: Non-fest details need team effort

Village of Fredonia officials find themselves in a difficult position. Within two months, the notorious non Fred Fest will take place within the municipality. For those living inside the limits — and especially near downtown — this is a real disruption. In the bigger picture, however, it ...