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Rural Minds Creates Group

Rural Minds, a local nonprofit organization focused on mental health in rural America, has recently launched a new program focused on connecting farmers to mental health resources. The new program, known as the Farmer Mental Health Resilience Program, has been developed to provide farmers and ...

Ripley Gravel Pit Creates Concerns Among Residents

Some Ripley and Westfield residents are speaking out against a proposed gravel pit. A 15-page letter with 13 signatures was submitted to the Chautauqua County Planning Board over the proposed Ripley Gravel Mine by Jamestown Macadam Inc. Jamestown Macadam is seeking a Special Use Permit from ...

A Peaceful Rest: Wintergreen Cemetery Lost To Time

BUSTI – Atop a 20 foot embankment off of Wellman Road, keen eyes may be able to spot a sign alluding to the presence of the Wintergreen Cemetery. Formed nearly two centuries ago, the cemetery has fallen far from the prominent place that it once was. Today, few graves remain at the site, and ...

Prophetic Energy Warning Beleaguers State

Public Service Commission member John B. Howard was quickly aware of the shock value that loomed for utility users following a decision made on a February 2023 afternoon. After the panel approved $6.6 billion in transmission upgrades to reduce congestion in three regions by a 4-2 vote for ...

Clymer Receives Grant For Playground

CLYMER — An additional playground space, one set to be designed by kids and built by community members will soon be seen in the town of Clymer. The town recently received a grant from KABOOM! and the Ralph C. Wilson Junior foundation to allow for this playground to be built, adding to the ...