Chautauqua Profiles
Great Selection At Window World
March 26, 2008
Window World of Jamestown offers a wide variety of vinyl replacement windows, as well as bay or bow windows, garden windows and patio doors. EnergyStar glass is available. Window World, which is in the Jamestown Mattress plaza at 135 Fairmount Ave. in Lakewood, also installs the windows, with choices for customers including double-hung, picture, awning, and 2-Lite and 3-Lite sliders. Window World also has casement windows with the new fold-flat fastener. Coming this summer, look for Comfort World Garage doors. Call for your free in-home estimates. The company started in 1995 in Wilmington, N.C., and today is the largest window-replacement firm in the United States, with more than 4 million windows installed nationwide. The local office opened in May 2006. Scott Frazier is sales manager and Kathy Anderson is office manager. Customers are welcome to stop in or call 763-0025. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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"Everyone Is Smiling": Pine Grove Ambulatory Surgery Center Opens
March 26, 2008
‘‘Everyone is smiling at the Pine Grove ASC!’’
This was a comment received from a patient following her procedure during last month’s opening of the Pine Grove Ambulatory Surgery Center in Russell, » Full Story
‘Partner’ On-Call A Non-Traditional Approach To Business
March 26, 2008
Four years ago Michael Marshall set out to buy a business, but unfortunately his frustrating and costly search did not find a good enough business to buy. He wondered if there was a better way than th » Full Story
ACME Celebrating 50 Years In Jamestown
March 26, 2008
For over 50 years, Jamestown residents have looked to the dependable hometown choice — ACME-The Appliance Store, at 1286 East Second St. — for exceptional personal service and great prices on major ho » Full Story
Area Backs TVGA For Engineering Services
March 26, 2008
Who We Are
TVGA is 80 engineers, scientists and professionals working in seven cities across New York state. Our heritage goes back 91 years to 1917, when our Buffalo office first opened. Today, we » Full Story
Area Schools Incorporating
March 26, 2008
Even after Ralph Wilson moved to another district, he can still remember how important agriculture was to the Clymer Central School District and the community.
‘‘The (Board of » Full Story
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Best-Laid Plans: Progress Being Made On Jamestown’s Urban Design Plan
March 26, 2008
From the renovation of the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad Station to a study of downtown traffic flow, progress continues to be made on multiple initiatives outlined in the Urban Design Plan, the city’s blu » Full Story
BPU Works To Conserve
March 26, 2008
Many of us are guilty, addicts in fact.
Accustomed to a seemingly unlimited energy supply, we, especially here in the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities electric territory, take the comforts electr » Full Story
BWB Celebrating
March 26, 2008
Buffamante Whipple Buttafaro, P.C. (BWB), a regional certified public accounting firm is celebrating its 30th year in the Jamestown community.
BWB was originally founded by Francis J. Weinaug in Ol » Full Story
Care For ‘Boomers’ Is Booming
March 26, 2008
As the first of the baby boomers start to hit their 60s, there is soon to be a sharp increase in the number of office retirement parties.
In less than 20 years, a majority of those people born aft » Full Story
Carlson’s Jewelry Carries Wide Selection
March 26, 2008
Howard Carlson began his lifelong career in the jewelry trade upon graduating from Bowman’s School in 1946. When he returned to Jamestown, he took over a trade shop at 31 N. Main St., where he worked » Full Story
Chamber, MAST Get Results
March 26, 2008
According to the American Heritage Dictionary, the term ‘‘advocacy’’ is defined as ‘‘The act of pleading or arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, idea, or policy; active support.’’ The advoc » Full Story
Changing Landscape: Farms Must Change With Industry
March 26, 2008
As long as people continue eating, the need for farms will always exist. However, the landscape of the farms has, and continues to, change every year as new advancements are made in the industry.» Full Story
Chautauqua Patrons Produces Another Excellent Year
March 26, 2008
Chautauqua Patrons Insurance Company, the only insurance company based in Southwestern New York, recently concluded a year of excellent performance for the company and continued its strong underwritin » Full Story
Clinical Trials At Great Lakes Medical
March 26, 2008
Great Lakes Medical Research LLC, located at 138 E. Main St. in Westfield, conducts clinical trials for a variety of health conditions, primarily Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholestero » Full Story
Comfort Today: Leading Innovations In Adult Day Services
March 26, 2008
Driving by Comfort Today (Come for Today) gives you the opportunity to observe a newly constructed modern building with a circular driveway tastefully landscaped and illuminated with a client friendly » Full Story
Construction On Methane System Could Begin Soon
March 26, 2008
ELLERY — County officials are making their way through the necessary red tape in hopes of starting construction this spring on the methane-to-energy generating facility to be built at the county landf » Full Story
County Looks Toward Future Through Comprehensive Plan
March 26, 2008
MAYVILLE — A lack of an overall plan or direction to guide decision making at the county level is a cause for alarm.
That is why, in December 2006, the County Legislature assigned officials to wo » Full Story
Customer Service Is The Buzz Word
March 26, 2008
The all new Kia of Jamestown truly epitomizes Kia Motors’ global commitment of ‘‘The Power to Surprise’’ and its promise to surpass customer expectations. Its guiding pri » Full Story
Discount Prices, Full Service At Moran’s
March 26, 2008
Moran’s Floor Store and Mill Direct Outlet with over 10,000 square feet of showroom and warehouse space features thousands of square feet of hardwood flooring, laminate and ceramic tile as well » Full Story
DJDC’s Impact: Seven Committees, 400 Volunteers Involved
March 26, 2008
The Downtown Jamestown Development Corporation — DJDC — was formed in 1971 to assist the City of Jamestown in economic development. The community reached a consensus through meetings sponsored by DJDC » Full Story
Dynamic Wellness And Vitality Caters To All Aspects Of Life
March 26, 2008
Warren and Diane VanDewark, owners of Dynamic Wellness and Vitality, offer health and wellness products for all aspects of our lives, including the environment, rest and relaxation, nutrition and fitn » Full Story
Early Start At Chautauqua: Fantastic Lineup Follows Three Taps Of The Gavel On Sunday, June 22
March 26, 2008
Chautauqua Institution’s 2008 season begins early this year with the Three Taps of the Gavel on Sunday, June 22, and people are already chaffing at the bit for a season opening with a great topi » Full Story
Electrical Stimulation, Infrared Technology Added At VNA
March 26, 2008
At the Visiting Nurses Association of Western New York, the largest staff of therapists in the area is used to having access to the latest information and technology needed to apply, effective, eviden » Full Story
Empire State College Welcomes Students From All Walks Of Life
March 26, 2008
Jay Schulz had spent 13 years as an enlisted soldier and, with an eye on Officer Candidate School, became serious about earning his degree while assigned to Fort Polk, La. With night and weekend class » Full Story
Exciting Improvements Still To Come At Charlotte Villas
March 26, 2008
The theme was ‘‘Hot Dog We’re Under Construction’’ Sept. 20, 2007, when a groundbreaking kicked off the long-waited $1.2 million renovation project for Charlotte Villa I » Full Story
Gene Heil Has 40 Years Of Home-Building Experience
March 26, 2008
Gene Heil is a local builder with over 40 years of experience building homes. Gene has built over 1,100 homes in Western New York and Northern Pennsylvania. Why choose a modular home? Quality: A modul » Full Story
Genesee Outfitters’ Aim Is Right On Target
March 26, 2008
Chris Short doesn’t see his latest business venture as an exclusive facility with a niche following.
‘‘At Genesee Outfitters, we want to be a community resource for knowledge and equipment,’’ he sa » Full Story
Great Selection At Window World
March 26, 2008
Window World of Jamestown offers a wide variety of vinyl replacement windows, as well as bay or bow windows, garden windows and patio doors. EnergyStar glass is available. Window World, which is in th » Full Story
H. Jack’s Plumbing & Heating Fills Homeowners’ Needs
March 26, 2008
‘‘Wow! Unheard of professionalism in this or any trade. Great work, knowledgeable, courteous, responsive — keep it up!’’ — Brian Fisher ‘‘Every servicem » Full Story
Habiterra Looks To Fight Through National Trend
March 26, 2008
David Walter, AIA, president of Habiterra, viewed 2007 as a busy and productive year for the firm. While there may be some reduction in the volume of work in 2008, he is optimistic that Habiterra can » Full Story
Half-Century Of Help: The Resource Center Looks Back On 50 Years
March 26, 2008
Preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary, The Resource Center looks back proudly on its past and moves confidently toward the future as TRC continues its mission of improving the lives of people wi » Full Story
High Quality Color Printing From Register Graphics
March 26, 2008
Register Graphics’ talented staff of 23 employees is proud to provide high quality color printing for customers throughout the continental United States and Alaska.
Utilizing the latest production » Full Story
Hospice Answers Many Questions
March 26, 2008
The following are answers from Hospice Chautauqua County to frequently asked questions about the service provided:
What is Hospice?
Hospice is a special kind of care for persons and their famili » Full Story
In Control Of Upper-Extremity Trauma
March 26, 2008
Occupational Therapy and Hand Rehabilitation Services, PC, has offices in Dunkirk and Jamestown, providing all aspects of occupational therapy and rehabilitation services for upper extremity trauma. O » Full Story
JCC’s MTI Offering New Certificates To Address Region’s Needs
March 26, 2008
A new Jamestown Community College certificate program that will support the region’s manufacturing base has been approved by the New York State Education Department and the State University of N » Full Story
LSS: A Vibrant, Growing, Amazing Nursing Home
March 26, 2008
Like so many people who visit the 123-acre Lutheran Social Services campus for the first time, I was awestruck! I had been following the excitement around LSS via the local media for several years and » Full Story
Mar-Mar Thriving In Chautauqua
March 26, 2008
Since its inception in the early 1950s, the Mar-Mar has had a very unique evolvement. Joseph and Florence Sena first opened the Mar-Mar as a hot dog and donut stand. Over the years it became a thrivin » Full Story
Mazany Group Offers Variety Of Services
March 26, 2008
The Mazany Group at 428 Livingston Ave., Jamestown includes Mazany Office Interiors and the Shred Center.
The firm was established in 1987 by Ronald and Monica Mazany. It began as an office furnitu » Full Story
New Name, New Look: Same People, Same Great Service
March 26, 2008
Michael J. Rodgers started his land surveying business in Bemus Point in 1979 with one employee and his wife taking care of the ‘‘office’’ in their home. The business moved to Jamestown in 2002 and ha » Full Story
Old-School Grocers:Farm Fresh Offers Convenience And Charm
March 26, 2008
When you hear Farm Fresh Foods you think of fresh meat and produce and the finest deli and bakery in town. With two convenient locations — 194 Fluvanna Ave. and 703 W. Third St., Jamestown &mdas » Full Story
On The Move Again: Family Church Breaking Ground On New Facility
March 26, 2008
2007 was another exciting year of growth for Family Church. Through outreaches, community gospel events, radio broadcasts, newspaper, church services, and children’s ministries Family Church has » Full Story
Playgrounds Are Specialty Of John Curtiss Design Inc.
March 26, 2008
John Curtiss of Frewsburg has been designing and installing BigToys play equipment for 27 years. He began as an installer in 1981, owning an installation business including heavy equipment, and a smal » Full Story
Positive Steps For Busti: Residents Would Like To See Hamlet Developed
March 26, 2008
BUSTI — Residents eager to see the development of the town’s hamlet have been pooling together their ideas for the past month to come up with ways to pump some life into their community.
Tim Young, w » Full Story
Robo Expands Again: Now Includes Gas, Car Wash, Dog Wash, Storage, Food
March 26, 2008
In 1964, George Carlson partnered with his father, Augie Carlson, and opened the first Robo location in Jamestown at 1301 E. Second St. It is still in full operation today, offering full-service gas d » Full Story
School Building Projects Advancing
March 26, 2008
A gift from New York State to school districts last year allowed many to plan for renovations and updates of existing structures and, in some cases, the construction of new facilities.
Aid through » Full Story
Schwab Company Provides Five Decades Of Quality
March 26, 2008
If your printer died tomorrow, where would you go to buy a new one? If you’re looking for an affordable high-quality printer, James B. Schwab Company has just the solution for you.
‘‘For over half » Full Story
Sheriff Announces Projects For 2008
March 26, 2008
MAYVILLE — Sheriff Joe Gerace is highlighting three initiatives the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office hopes to implement in 2008 to provide better services to county residents.
Gerace’s biggest go » Full Story
Sue Reinke Kitchen & Baths Meets Remodeling Needs
March 26, 2008
Shopping on your own for a new kitchen or bath? It can be overwhelming. You research various products, note cost differences and try to find what is best for you. From store to store you try to retain » Full Story
Technology Helps Business, Government Innovate
March 26, 2008
Authors of utopian fantasy worlds have long envisioned advanced technology as a panacea — a magic pill that will cure all of society’s ills.
This it is almost certainly not, but technology is, for » Full Story
Timothy’s Cafe Brightens Up Downtown Jamestown
March 26, 2008
For over three years now, Timothy’s Cafe has been keeping downtown Jamestown buzzed with its caffeine, bellies full, and sweet tooth’s satisfied. ‘‘Not only do we make it easy » Full Story
TJ’s Plumbing & Heating Focuses On Customers
March 26, 2008
A customer service-based approach to business may seem like common sense to a conscious consumer, unfortunately it isn’t all that common.
But at TJ’s Plumbing & Heating in Jamestown, it is the only » Full Story
Tri-James Answers Gravel Needs
March 26, 2008
Leon James started Tri-James Service Inc. with a dump truck delivering gravel in the 1940s. As his sons grew older, he renamed the business to Leon James and Sons.
In 1968, Leon wanted to semi-ret » Full Story
Tri-State Pain Adds Dr. Jackson
March 26, 2008
Dr. Joseph M. Thomas served as director of Acute pain Service at Great Lakes Rehabilitation Hospital from 1991 to 1998 where he established a successful practice prior to opening his private practice » Full Story
Trouble On The Homefront: Local Manufacturers Struggle Against Foreign Competition
March 26, 2008
From furniture maker Bush Industries to sheet metal producer Dawson Metal, local manufacturers are not immune from foreign competition.
In a world where multinational corporations can shift operati » Full Story
Valu Hearing At The Top Of Its Field
March 26, 2008
Most of the hearing aids in the United States are dispensed and fitted by hearing aid specialists using the most advanced, computerized procedures and state-of-the-art equipment to individualize their » Full Story
Visit Canine Design For Dog-Care Needs
March 26, 2008
Canine Design owner Merry Garey has been in the dog-grooming business for more than a quarter of a century. She initially served customers from the Jamestown and Warren areas at salons in Lakewood bef » Full Story
Warren County Fair Plans Full Schedule
March 26, 2008
The Warren County Fair board is busy making preparation for this year’s fair, including activities centered on the Pennsylvania State Fair’s theme of ‘‘Fun For The Whole Herd.’’
David Crone — com » Full Story
Warren Midtown Services All Makes, All Models
March 26, 2008
Warren Midtown Service Department has been in business for over 50 years. During that time, the service department has built a great reputation for giving great service with competitive pricing.
‘‘ » Full Story
Watershed Enhances Efforts Around County
March 26, 2008
The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is leading efforts to conserve the most important sites countywide which sustain the quality and quantity of our lakes, streams and ground waters. It addresses the » Full Story
What DFT Communications Can Do For You
March 26, 2008
DFT Communications, now in its 110th year, has offices in Fredonia, Cassadaga and Jamestown and its nearly 100 employees are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service to the people of Chauta » Full Story
What The Future Holds For Local Farmers
March 26, 2008
For the Mom and Pop corner store, competition against larger, big-box companies can often be fierce. On the same scale, competition between small farms and large, commercial operations can also be cha » Full Story
What The National Economy Means To You
March 26, 2008
When you open the newspaper in the morning or tune into the 5 o’clock news, it is likely there will be some mention of the national economy. There are talks of a pending recession, rising inflation ra » Full Story
Windows To The World: Hope’s Work Well-Known Around The Globe
March 26, 2008
Hope’s Windows has been operating in Jamestown under one name or another since 1912. Almost 100 years later, the company has produced millions of steel window and door frames that have been placed in » Full Story
Woltz Agency Providing Premiere Insurance To Area Residents
March 26, 2008
Cynthia Woltz Insurance Agency Inc. was established in 1997 and has spent the past 11 years providing premiere insurance and financial services to area residents. Cindy has been your local Nationwide » Full Story
Ziebart Comes A Long Way In Less Than 30 Years
March 26, 2008
Ziebart was begun by Don and Wendy Howig in 1979 as a part-time Tidy Car associate dealer. The company started to flourish and went to a full-time business in the spring of 1980. The first permanent l » Full Story