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Jackson Elementary Announces Honor, Merit Rolls

Robert J. Jackson Elementary School officials recently named the school’s honor and merit rolls for the third quarter of the 2025-26 school year. They are: HONOR ROLL Fifth Grade: Peyton Brady, Zoe Carlson, Brooke Constantino, Petra Dahlin, Elizabeth Dunn, Jackson Graham, Chance Hedges, Kierstyn Himes, Jaxton Joyner, Nathan Monaco, Vytas Morris, Emma Murphy, Isabella Osborne, Jayden Peterson, Symphany Porter, Greta Roushey, Olivia Russell, Remington Shelters, Zolton Stahlman. Sixth Grade: Avery Armella, Bryson Bacon, Willow Bang, Audrey Casel, Finley Chitester, Hattie ...

4 H Youth Learn Leather Crafting

Local 4‑H youth recently took part in a hands‑on leather crafting educational workshop, where they learned the basics of working with leather while creating unique, handmade items of their own. The workshop focused on learning by doing, giving participants the chance to begin to explore leather crafting techniques. Youth were able to express their creativity while developing practical skills such as patience, focus, and attention to detail. The workshop was led by Nancy Johnson, a longtime 4‑H volunteer and leader of the Country Critters 4-H Club, who shared her knowledge and ...

Borrello Chooses Seneca Nation Council Member As Woman Of Distinction

State Sen. George Borrello, R-Sunset Bay, has named Tina Abrams, a member of the Seneca Nation Council and longtime community leader, as the 57th District’s honoree for the New York State Senate’s Women of Distinction award, recognizing her decades of leadership, advocacy, and service to ...

MOOG Endorses Dream It Do It Advanced Manufacturing Program Certification

MOOG is partnering with Dream It Do It Western New York to support efforts to build a talent pipeline into manufacturing careers. Representatives of MOOG officially endorsed the Dream It Do It Advanced Manufacturing Program Certification. “MOOG has partnered with Dream It Do It to connect with students by hosting facility tours and taking part in camps and community events,” said Jared Threat, community outreach partner at MOOG. “The Dream It Do It Advanced Manufacturing Program Certification plays an important role by giving students a platform to highlight their skills and ...

Westfield Hospital Employee Receives Highmark Award

WESTFIELD - Jacqueline “Jackie” Francisco has been recognized with the Highmark Bright Blue Futures Employee Recognition Award. The award includes a $1,000 grant designated to a nonprofit of the recipient’s choice. Francisco donated the full award to the Westfield Memorial Hospital ...

United Arts Appeal Fund Drive Begins

April marks the kick-off of the 2026 fund drive for the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. Board members have sent letters primarily to local businesses, asking for support for the hundreds of concerts, performances, classes, and exhibits their organizations present in Chautauqua ...