Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli is once again sounding the alarm about New York’s profligate spending habits. The comptroller recently reported increased spending coupled with the expectation of lower tax collections will create budget gaps over the next several years that could reach more than ...

The Chautauqua County Fair wrapped up Sunday while the neighboring Cattaraugus County and Warren County fairs take place in the next few weeks — which makes this a good time to take a moment to appreciate that this tradition is still going strong. The fair offers residents and visitors ...

When it comes to payroll, the village of Fredonia has $5.5 million set aside for its employees in an $11.3 million spending plan. That does not include the generous benefits package, which is likely another $1.5 million. Bottom line: it is expensive to run a municipality. What is not a cost ...

West Virginia is used to the feds putting the cart before the horse in an attempt to cripple fossil fuel power plants before renewable options are — affordably — up and running. But elected officials such as Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., and Rep. Carol Miller, R-W.Va., continue to ...

In one week, it will be the beginning of the end for a group of musicians. They all started local — with some staying within the area — while others moved away but remain dedicated to getting together in their later years. With that, The Wretched Group has announced two dates for its ...

Though Fredonia Central School receives high marks for its educational experience, there is no question its athletic facilities are below average and failing. Its historic Orange Bowl, where the football team plays, may be full of sentiment and memories, but the stadium and grounds are a ...