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MHA Extends Hours At North County Center DUNKIRK - The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County has extended hours at its North County recovery center. The center is now open Tuesday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 601 Eagle St., Dunkirk. Grant Manager Michelle Colaiacovo can provide Narcan training for individuals on a walk-in basis every Thursday and can accommodate large groups with notice. The MHA is seeking a part-time bilingual (Spanish and English) peer for the Dunkirk center; visit MHAChautauqua.org/jobs for details. For information ...

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I-86 Bridge To Be Closed Overnight The state Department of Transportation is advising motorists that the bridge carrying Interstate 86 eastbound over Chautauqua Lake, between North Harmony and Ellery, will be closed from 3 a.m. to 6 a.m. on Friday, April 17, to facilitate an ongoing rehabilitation project. Motorists should follow the posted detour utilizing Route 394 and Route 430. Vegetarian Society To Meet Sunday In Jamestown The April meeting of the Chautauqua Vegetarian Society will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, April 19, in Jamestown ...

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Gardeners To Host Guest Speaker Wednesday The Chautauqua County Master Gardeners will host another guest speaker feature, Jonathan Townsend of Royal Fern Nursery, via Zoom on Wednesday, April 15, from 7 to 8 p.m. Townsend will present on the importance of native plants, and how to utilize native plants in landscaping. Native plants play an important role in local ecosystems, maintaining the flora of our natural environments while also supporting local pollinators and more. Townsend’s nursery, Royal Fern Nursery, specializes in native perennials, trees, shrubs and seeds, education, and ...

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JLDC Board To Meet Today The Jamestown Local Development Corporation board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, in the mayor’s fourth floor conference room in City Hall. The public is welcome to attend. Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary To Meet Today CASSADAGA - The Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 Auxiliary will hold its April meeting on Tuesday, April 14, at 6:30 p.m. in the Legion Hall, 228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga. All unit members are encouraged to attend. Christian Women’s Group Gathers Today In Russell The Jamestown-Warren Christian Women Village ...

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Busti Author Series Continues BUSTI - The author series at the Hazeltine Public Library will continue Monday, April 13, and feature Arlene Coulter. A native of Washington, D.C., she writes about everyday heroes and their place in families and communities. “We welcome another new author to the library\” said director Katie Smith, “there are a number of talented authors in the area and we are pleased they are willing to share their work with the community.” The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. and is open to everyone. The meetings are free and no reservations are required. The ...

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United Senior Council To Meet Today PANAMA - The United Senior Council will meet at the Panama United Methodist Church in Panama for their April meeting at 10 a.m. today, April 9. All seniors are welcome. The council will host a safe driver’s course from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 23 at The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Jamestown. The course costs $39. For reservations call Ellen at 716-763-1012. Lakewood Rod And Gun Club Gathers Today LAKEWOOD - The Lakewood Rod and Gun Auxiliary Board will meet Thursday, April 9, at 4 p.m. The general auxiliary ...