When writing, sometimes one may use a punctuation mark incorrectly. The incorrect use usually happens when lists or a separation of items are involved. Most writers know how to use a “period,” a “comma,” a “question mark,” an “exclamation point.” But what some writers misuse ...

For Marc Lentsch, the pandemic was inhibiting his students from exploring their instruments. It also forced the Persell Middle School Band Director to keep his students interested in music. So, he and Jefferson Middle School Band Director Carrie Pawelski and Washington and Jefferson Middle ...

To some, it may be an added comfort to hear background music while eating a meal. In an effort to attract more diners during the pandemic, a city restaurant trying something new. The Chop House on Main has started Jazz on Mondays. Owner Amber Carlson noted patrons can expect the same ...

If you happen to be in the grocery store in the next few days, be aware — of your surroundings. Stay on mission to buy your necessary food, but listen to the sounds around you. When pushing your cart to the deli counter or to the checkout lane listen to how people speak. It may be a little ...

Halloween. The word conjures up many thoughts and situations. While some people may think of ghosts and goblins others may think of candy and costumes. The pandemic may make it difficult to experience trick-or-treating this year, but one can still get into the spirit (pun intended). If ...

Fredonia resident Catherine D’Agostino recently placed as a semifinalist in the Big Apple Film Festival and Screenplay competition for her new screenplay, “Say Something Funny.” According to the competition’s web site, its “goal is to celebrate the great city of New York through the ...