Forestville’s Sylvester Cleary is one of a kind. His passion and positive attitude about education has rubbed off on so many he has connected with over the years. Last month, his contributions were acknowledged on a higher level. Cleary was named the recipient of the Anne Z. Paulin ...

In the aftermath of one of the businesses worst days, Heenan’s Irish Pub posted this message to its Facebook page: “Thank you to the Fredonia, Dunkirk, East Dunkirk and Sheridan Fire Departments and the Fredonia Police Department for their quick response time and amazing hard work. You ...

Nearly a decade ago, former Fredonia police chief Brad Meyers took it upon himself to cancel an event that allowed residents to get to know officers while talking about the importance of a safe community. It was a selfish decision that was blamed on a lack of resources. This year — as well ...

It makes sense why legislative Democrats want to decrease the number of Chautauqua County legislators. With Republicans holding a 15-4 majority on the county legislature, Democrats are looking to increase their voice in the county’s legislative body. Winning elections — particularly in ...

We knew Renee Garrett, at right, would land on her feet. The former Forestville Central School superintendent resigned earlier this month shortly after a new school board was seated. One of those newly elected, Lindsey Ellis, led a petition drive seeking Garrett’s resignation in the past ...

Let’s start by stating the obvious: village of Fredonia water rates are already too high. Trustee James Lynden wants to make them more affordable to village users by removing the base rate and charging strictly by the gallon. It sounds like a reasonable idea until you consider how Lynden ...