Legal experts say faked sexual images of real people are so new that federal law dealing with the problem is lagging. The experience of a New Jersey high school should, however, motivate Congress and/or state legislatures to implement strong measures and penalties to battle this potentially ...

Dec. 7, 1941, was one of the worst days in United States history. The attack on Pearl Harbor was not only stunning, it changed the lives of Americans for the next five years. For many, the connection to global events came from newspapers and the radio. It was on that Sunday afternoon, many ...

The state and Seneca Nation have kicked the can a little further down the road with a short-term extension of the gaming compact between the nation and state of New York. The 21-year-old gaming agreement was to expire on Saturday. The extension provides time for the sides to continue talking ...

A rude awakening at Fredonia Central Schools will likely continue across Chautauqua County and Western New York. When it comes to the American Rescue Plan Act funding, the gift is also a burden. Discussion at last week’s school board meeting touched on funding for seven positions that were ...

Former administrator James Sedota voiced his frustration during a Village Board meeting last week. His comments were directed at the recent study by LaBella regarding the options for Fredonia’s water. In the end, Sedota wants another study – one that includes a more in-depth look at cost. ...

It is tough to know when you have a bargain when it comes to the government. Last week, the Hanover Town Board signed off on a new policing agreement with the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department. As part of the deal, the town and village of Silver Creek will continue to share a deputy ...