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Falconer Middle School Names Winter Students Of Month

FALCONER - Falconer Middle School officials recently named the school’s Students of the Month for December, January and February. Lucas Overend, eighth grade, has been chosen as Student of the Month for February 2026. Lucas’s hobbies include wrestling and he is a member of the Middle ...

State Officials Release Statement Regarding Refresco Canceling Grape Grower Contracts

Earlier this week, Refresco announced through letters to grape farmers that they hold contracts with, that they are cancelling all contracts with grape growers. Friday morning, a statement was released from State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor on this cancellation. “This is a significant setback to grape growers in Chautauqua County and across our region,” the statement reads. “These farms are not only a vital part of our agricultural heritage, but also a major driver of the local economy. When growers lose contracts of this scale, the impact extends far ...

Pip Is WSCR Cat Of Week

Pip, this week’s Westfield Stray Cat Rescue Cat of the Week, is a totally delightful and very engaging young feline who is ready for her forever home. Pip loves to cuddle, play and snack. Pip is very well - socialized and does great with people and other cats. Pip is spayed, vaccinated and ...

JCC Notes Enrollment Increase For Spring

Enrollment at SUNY Jamestown Community College continues to climb this spring semester. Total headcount rose in spring 2026 by 5.6 percent over spring 2025. College leaders reported that 1,912 students enrolled for the spring semester, 60 percent of which are enrolled full-time and 40 percent part-time. “The continued enrollment increases since the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates the confidence students and families have in JCC and the value of a community college education,” said Daniel DeMarte, JCC president. “We are seeing steady interest from both recent high school ...

Chautauqua County History Expo Set

The Chautauqua County Historian’s Office will host the second annual Chautauqua County History Expo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at the town of Chautauqua Community Municipal Building (Old Mayville High School), 2 Academy St., Mayville. The 2026 History Expo will be larger, more interactive and expanded in scope as part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration, marking the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Local historians will have exhibits available as well as speakers, music, reenactments and hands-on activities. “This year’s expo is ...

United Way Seeks Volunteers To Read To Children

Registration is now open for United Way of Chautauqua County’s annual Literacy Week initiative, which will take place April 20–24 at participating school districts. Community members interested in volunteering are encouraged to sign up soon so preparations can be finalized for the ...