The 2026 Hope & Healing Conference of Western New York brought together advocates, professionals, individuals with lived experience, families, and community members for two days of presentations and discussions. More than 175 attendees participated in the first day of the conference to ...

The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County (MHA) is making it easier for anyone who is interested to receive a copy of their quarterly newsletter. “A lot of good things are happening here,” said Michael Nordin, Mental Health Association executive director, “and we want to keep ...

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is launching its Pet Expo 2026 Youth T-shirt Design Challenge, inviting young artists to show off their creativity while celebrating animals and the spirit of community. The contest is supported by Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, joining not only ...

The Southwestern Central School Board of Education has approved the appointment of Katie Miley as the district’s new middle school principal. Miley succeeds Greg Lauer, who served as principal of Southwestern Middle School for the past two years. Miley brings 17 years of experience as a ...

A harmful algal bloom has again closed the beach at Long Point State Park. The beach had been closed last week due an algal bloom but reopened in time for the Fourth of July holiday. A new algal bloom has closed the beach again, according to a Facebook post by the park. "Unfortunately, the ...

The name of the individual who was shot and killed last month in Dunkirk has been released. According to Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt, the victim was 25-year-old Delani Williams. He lived at 110 S. Gazelle Street in Dunkirk. His obituary, which was published on line by ...