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Paint CHQ mural program to begin Sept. 24 in Bemus Point

BEMUS POINT - The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth and the Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development will begin work on a new public art mural at the Bemus Point Village Hall, 13 Alburtus Ave., Bemus Point, on Thursday, Sept. 24. Michael Ferrarell, a ...

Wicked Warren’s, Jackson Center launch Jackson-themed lager

Wicked Warren's and the Robert H. Jackson Center have partnered to launch "The Justice," a commemorative amber honey lager created to celebrate the center's 25th anniversary and support civic education inspired by the legacy of Justice Robert H. Jackson and the lessons of Nuremberg. Made ...

County Probation Department receives state recognition

The Chautauqua County Office of Probation has received a Certificate of Commendation from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, Office of Probation and Correctional Alternatives, after achieving a 99% DNA collection rate among individuals sentenced to probation supervision in 2025. The certificate, issued in September, recognizes the Chautauqua County Department of Probation for its efforts in achieving the 99% collection rate. “Public safety depends on accountability, and this recognition reflects the professionalism and dedication of our Probation ...

New prize for volunteerism in county honors Patricia Phillips

The Phillips family and the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation have created the Patricia Phillips Prize for Excellence in Volunteer Engagement, a new annual award recognizing nonprofit organizations that strengthen the community by engaging volunteers in service. The prize honors the ...

Fenton History Center to hold mausoleum tours in Lake View Cemetery

Mausoleum Tour A Mausoleum and More tour hosted by the Fenton History Center in Lake View Cemetery is pictured. This year’s tours will be held Oct. 11. The Fenton History Center’s Mausoleum and More tours of Lake View Cemetery are Oct. 11 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., stepping off each half ...

North Harmony Senior Citizens to meet Sept. 21

STOW - Barbecued chicken added to North Harmony Seniors' August potluck dinner meeting brought out 45 members and four guests. The Hospitality Committee of Dee and Chuck Ellis, Anita and Earl Ferry, and Linda and Lois Kesby set up the tables and cleaned up after everyone feasted. Mary Pratt and Evelyn Thorndike received birthday honors with a cake provided by Pam and John Brown, and Bev and Clare Crawford's 68th anniversary was applauded. Club member Louise Ortman will become interim supervisor of the town of North Harmony, since Rob Yates is retiring soon. Lois Kesby announced ...