A change in the state is moving certain local elections to even years in the future. Because of that, this year will be the last year that the offices of county executive and individual legislators will take place during an odd year. According to county Republican Board of Elections ...

Andrew Faulkner, R-Ward 6, first wanted to join the City Council to help people - a goal he continues to hold as he runs unopposed for his seat during this year’s elections. “I got into politics — though I don’t consider myself a stereotypical politician — because I like to help ...

BEMUS POINT – The honors keep coming for the owners of the Bemus Point Golf Club and Tap House. The Bemus Point Village Board has presented a proclamation to owners Bryce and Rachel Steffan as a celebration of the organization being named 2025 business of the year by the Chautauqua County ...

Fulton Street resident Paul Wolff has become a familiar face for City Council members as someone who is not afraid to bring concerns to council meetings. During Monday’s meeting, he reported that he has heard of many others in the city that are afraid, as there is a growing feeling that ...

MAYVILLE – For the third year in a row the Chautauqua County budget has been passed with only Republican support after Democrats tried unsuccessfully to use more reserves to offer a bigger tax break. On Wednesday, the legislature voted 14-5 to approve 2026’s $309.7 spending plan. It ...

The City Council’s longest-tenured member will extend his career another two years with no opponent on the ballot for the Nov. 4 election. Tony Dolce, R-Ward 2 and council president, has had multiple years of experience helping both the Jamestown community and other members of the City ...