Students at Harvey C. Fenner Elementary School recently took part in a celebration of summer learning. In June, students were presented with the challenge to “Glide into Summer Learning” by reading and/or completing math problems on at least 50 days throughout the summer. Those who ...
The BPU’s aging district heating system is projected to have a 10% rate increase to pay for increasing capital costs. BPU board members learned more about the proposed district heat rate hike as well as an increase in solid waste rates during a recent board meeting. During their latest meeting the board heard a report specifically on the district heat and solid waste budgets, along with key items from the water and wastewater budgets. Jami Rishel, BPU accounting supervisor, went through draft district heat and solid waste budgets as well as initial key items for water and ...
Pet-friendly fun and a focus on safety are part of the upcoming Pet Expo 2026 hosted by the Chautauqua County Humane Society and sponsored by Supportive Divorce Solutions and Happy Hounds Hotel & Day Spa, Pet Expo 2026 is Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Northwest Arena with a priority placed on creating a safe, healthy and pet‑friendly environment for every animal (and human) who attends. The expo welcomes family pets, and again this year, organizers are taking additional steps to ensure that visiting animals can enjoy the day comfortably, safely and with plenty of support. Guests can ...
A New York City Democrat is proposing legislation she says would clear up deceptive selling practices that have allowed e-motos and electric off-highway motorcycles to be sold in New York state. Sen. Kristin Gonzalez, D-New York City, recently introduced the bill (S.10700) in the state ...
MAYVILLE – County lawmakers have agreed to increase the income level by $1,000 to get a real property tax break for low income seniors. An attempt to increase that level was rejected by Republicans. During the Chautauqua County Legislature meeting, officials approved a resolution to ...
Abolishing the city’s Strategic Planning and Partnerships Commission is again on the council’s agenda tonight. Last month, the council’s Public Safety Committee held a long discussion and heard from multiple city residents on the proposed local law that would abolish the city’s Strategic Planning and Partnership Commission. The local law was tabled by the committee until they could get more information, and is up for discussion again tonight. Multiple members from the public spoke out at the last committee meeting, requesting that rather than abolish the commission the city ...
