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Report: NYC’s congestion pricing hasn’t reduced emissions

New York City's controversial congestion pricing program that increased toll charges to get into the city hasn't reduced tailpipe pollution, according to a new report. The report by the New York City Health Department said the city’s air quality monitoring system found no increase in air pollution near major highway corridors outside of the tolling zone, with overall pollution levels either unchanged or improving slightly citywide. "New Yorkers deserve to know how major policies affect the air they breathe," Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin said in a statement. "This report ...

Valley Historical Society receives donation

SINCLAIRVILLE - Valley Historical Society members and guests gathered recently for the annual summer picnic in the Sinclairville ball park. President Sheryl Christy welcomed all to the gathering. The blessing prior to the meal was given by Tyler Worden, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led ...

Infinity among 40 organizations selected for grant

Infinity Visual and Performing Arts has received a With Youth For Youth grant, selected by young people through the WNY WYFY youth-led grantmaking process. The WYFY Youth Advisory Board directed more than $2 million in With Youth For Youth grants to 40 out-of-school time and youth sports ...

TRC accepting nominations for 2026 Ability Awareness Awards

Nominations are being accepted for The Resource Center’s 2026 Ability Awareness Awards. To recognize the efforts of people with disabilities and those who support them, The Resource Center holds a celebration to pay tribute to this deserving group by presenting the Ability Awareness Awards. The public is invited to nominate people with disabilities whom they know, or people and organizations from the community that have had a positive impact on the lives of those with disabling conditions. Nominations are being accepted in the following categories: - Advocate of the Year, ...

New Horizons Band to begin fall session Sept. 2

FREDONIA - The fall session of the New Horizons Band of Western New York is set to begin on Wednesday, Sept. 2, at the State University at Fredonia School of Music under the direction of Joseph Newton, the band’s new music director. Many current and past members had spent decades away from instruments they initially learned to play in grade school, others are retired music teachers or professional players, and several had never played an instrument before coming to New Horizons Band. The band is always interested in expanding its membership. Full band rehearsals are held on ...

County Historical Society, Patterson Library schedule lectures

WESTFIELD - The Chautauqua County Historical Society and Patterson Library have scheduled the second half of their 2026 Fireside Lecture Series, a free public program that highlights the history of Chautauqua County and Western New York. Launched earlier this year, the Fireside Lecture Series was developed through a partnership between the two organizations to provide engaging presentations on local and regional history. The inaugural season has already featured lectures on Chautauqua County's role in America's 250th anniversary, the history of the Grange movement, Westfield native and ...