Ballgame Heroes owner Starr Ryder takes pride in the fact his business is family run. “Both of my sons work here,” Ryder said. “My wife works here, and my father-in-law works here.” In all, Ryder has six total employees. Ballgame Heroes is set to celebrate its five-year ...
MAYVILLE — The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services is seeking compassionate individuals and families to become foster parents and help provide safe, supportive homes for children in our community. Through the Department’s Home Finding team, prospective foster parents receive guidance and support as they explore opening their hearts and homes to children who may not have their basic needs met or a safe place to call home. Foster parents play a critical role by providing temporary, stable, and nurturing care for children who are placed in foster care and ...
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua Lake Central School officials recently recognized the school’s May Students of the Month, the final honorees of the 2025-26 school year. Seventh grader Hannah Fickenworth was recognized for her exceptional effort in the classroom and her positive impact on those ...
Jamestown Municipal Band to perform Wednesday Come Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. at the Allen Park Bandshell for a special Patriotic Concert performed by the Jamestown Municipal Band. They will be playing all your favorite American classics. The Allen Park Ladies Club will be running the concession stand, serving up hot dogs, popcorn, penny candies, and their famous homemade fudge. Tree of Life Food Cupboard closed Friday The Tree of Life Food Cupboard, 825 Forest Ave., Jamestown, will be closed on Friday, July 3. Regular food cupboard hours are Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 ...
The Southwestern High School Class of 2026 celebrated commencement on Friday with reflections on resilience, friendship, and the opportunities that lie ahead, as student and school leaders encouraged graduates to embrace change while carrying forward the lessons they learned as Trojans. Class ...
John Hemmer looked on proudly as his wife, Marilyn, addressed a crowd of community leaders gathered at the Science Center at SUNY Fredonia Monday afternoon. The pride on his face was mirrored by the pride of those in the audience that know the couple best. “They are the good ones. They are as good as they come. If you say differently, you don’t know them well enough,” said Rick Mascaro, Executive Director and Founder of Lake Shore Center for the Arts. “They are wonderful, care-giving, time-giving, lovers of mankind. It’s all for real.” Every year, the Northern Chautauqua ...
