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How often do we remember when?

I have been told, at times, I live in the past too much. I talk about my days growing up in Jamestown a lot. I share stories of family activities, holiday celebrations, and memories of times with many people who have been so special and important in the longevity of my time on earth. If all this is living in the past, then maybe I do live in the past too much, but I prefer to feel that I am cherishing people, places, things, and events that is/are/was/were immeasurably important pieces in my having the times of my life, discussed in a Green Day narrative discussed a few weeks ago in the ...

Flying High

FALCONER - In October 2025, Chautauqua County American Legion Cmdr. Jeffrey Levandoski began a project at the Allegheny Highlands Council Scouts of America, 50 Hough Hill Road. Levandoski set out to retire the American Flag, and repair the 20-year-old flagpole. His vision was to have a new ...

Poll shows Hochul growing lead for governor

It appears the challenger for the top spot in New York state is failing to gain ground on the incumbent through the spring. In the head-to-head matchup, Gov. Kathy Hochul increased her lead to 20 points over Bruce Blakeman, 52-32%, from 16 points, 49-33%, in April, according to a new Siena Poll of New York State registered voters released this week. Hochul has a 43-44% favorability rating, up a little from 41-46% in April, and her job approval rating is 53-42%, up from 48-44% in April. Nassau County Executive Blakeman also saw his favorability improve to 25-21%, from 17-19% in April. ...

RibFest organizers eye annual revival as event kicks off in Warren

After more than a year of planning, organizers prepare to welcome thousands of visitors to downtown Warren as RibFest hosts its first day on Thursday and continues into the weekend. According to Savannah Casey of the Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry, planning for the event began ...

New funding enables Mental Health Association to expand services

The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County has received a grant that is allowing the agency to expand its services. The MHA is a peer recovery center offering support groups and individual coaching for people looking to improve their lives, deepen wellness, thrive in recovery, or ...

County bed tax applications accepted starting July 1

Organizations, municipalities, businesses, and entrepreneurs can begin applying for Chautauqua County's 2027 Tourism Product Development Grant Program starting July 1. Applications for programs and initiatives are accepted online annually between July 1 and October 1 for funding in the following year. Projects should help attract visitors, particularly overnight guests and highlight what makes Chautauqua County unique. The Tourism Product Development Grant Program is funded through the county's 5% Occupancy Tax, which is generated from the rental of lodging units within the county. ...