The cycles found throughout nature are full of endings, fresh starts, and plenty of resets, whether we are talking about massive weather patterns or a single Monarch caterpillar. The change in an organism’s behaviors through the day, week, or year are sometimes the result of an innate ...

Tori, this week’s Westfield Stray Cat Rescue Cat of the Week, looks surprised because she hasn’t been adopted yet. This bright eyed and spunky kitten is equal parts cuddly and playful. Tori is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped - she is ready for immediate adoption. Call 716-232-4152 for ...

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is inviting local businesses to celebrate their employees this Valentine’s season. Through its new Fur‑ever Valentine program, the Humane Society will bring a shelter pet directly to workplaces for a 45 to 60 minute visit between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ...

Calvin, this week’s Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet of the Week, is a 6-month-old boy with a loving nature and a calm confidence that’s rare for a cat his age. He moves through the world with grace and poise, taking new experiences in stride and approaching life with gentle curiosity. ...

Maggie, this week’s Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue Dog of the Week, is a new arrival at the shelter. She was originally an area stray several years ago, and had been adopted out, but was returned due to difficulty adjusting to some recent changes in the home dynamic. Maggie is around 7-8 ...

DUNKIRK — The arrest of a Dunkirk City School District employee has led to the district issuing a statement on its Facebook page and web site. On Wednesday, the Dunkirk Police Department said Alexander D. Phillips, 29, of Orchard Park was charged with child endangerment. The arrest was made ...