An Ashville author’s sophomoric effort in the way of published works aims to boost the confidence and self-esteem of young readers. Mary Carlson’s second children’s book, “Princess Casey,” was published in October by Archway Publishing, and chronicles a young girl’s journey toward ...

Every winter, when I write an article for the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy from my Florida home, I feel a little guilty. Here I sit, gazing outside at clear blue skies while enjoying a pleasant 75 degree breeze through the screens in my porch. Then, I log onto the weather for Jamestown, ...

To say our society is polarized right now on many issues may be an understatement. Some are more important than others — Democrat or Republican, Microsoft or Apple and this weekend, Falcons or Patriots. I am a firm believer in the “gray.” There is often value in both sides and one ...

The National Comedy Center’s Tropicana Room at Desilu Studios is set to once again host an evening of comedy on the weekend nearest Valentine’s Day. The center announced last week that it will host comedians Keith Alberstadt and Myq Kaplan — veterans of the comedy and ...

Trinity Guitars’ “Back Room Radio Hour” will return next week to highlight the work of two Chautauqua County songwriters. The next episode will be taped on site Thursday, Feb. 9, beginning at 7 p.m., when Stephen Foster and Bryan Moore will showcase some of their most recent ...

The Great Blue Heron flew past us on slow beats of its powerful wings. It was not the usual sight for winter, but nothing was usual about that morning. The temperature was a balmy 55 degrees, even at 8 in the morning. We got up early to search for River Otters, but the heron flew over as we ...