MAYVILLE – The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services is proud to share that Rachel Mesmer Ludwig, LCSW, has been nominated for the 2025 Social Worker of the Year Award by the National Association of Social Workers – New York State (NASW-NYS) Western ...

Leo, this week’s Westfield Stray Cat Rescue Cat of the Week, is a supercharged little guy who leads the play action in the rescue’s kitten room. He is regal and very handsome. Leo is definitely ready to be someone’s new best friend and find his forever home. Leo has been started on the ...

The state Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking public input on the draft revised State Wildlife Action Plan for 2025-35. In 2024, DEC sought review and input on draft species status assessments and the list of Species of Greatest Conservation Need. Relevant data and other ...

Nadia, this week’s Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet of the Week, is a sweet senior with the softest eyes and a calm, loving soul. Her speckled coat and quiet nature give her a timeless beauty, and she has the kind of gentle presence that instantly makes a house feel like home. She may be ...

Beans, this week’s Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue Dog of the Week is a boston terrier who is a recent arrival to the rescue after he was found dumped inside a local fenced backyard. He’s around 6 months old, 20 pounds and ready to find his forever home. Beans can be a bit nervous when ...

ALBANY — The New York State Public Service Commission Thursday adopted a joint proposal establishing three-year electric and gas rate plans for National Grid signed by 15 parties. The action reduces the company’s request for total electric delivery revenues by over $340 million and total ...