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County making call for foster parents

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 ...

Wandel offers Fredonia water meeting updates

Trustee Paul Wandel offered a news-filled report at the latest Fredonia Board of Trustees meeting, topped by talk about water. Wandel said that on May 13, he and water treatment plant supervisor Luis Fred visited the plant and reservoir “to investigate any concerns. Luis and I did a ...

Celebrating ‘service’

Nominations are now being accepted by United Way of Chautauqua County (UWCHQ) for the 2026 Joseph H. Mason Award, an annual honor recognizing a local union member — active or retired — who demonstrates exceptional commitment to community service. Now in its 45th year, the award pays ...

Thule Lodge holds Swedish Midsommar meal with music

FALCONER — The Thule Lodge held its Swedish Midsommar meal with dancing and music at the 3C's Falcon's Nest restaurant in Falconer. The evening's event was opened with a welcome from Lodge chairman Scott Axelson. A variety of food was available to all including Swedish meatballs, ...

Healing with Horses: Positive outcomes from taking a ride

How often does someone have the opportunity to ride a horse? It is a privilege to own your own horse. Historically, that was reserved for the wealthy, or the farm families, where one larger animal more easily fits into the lifestyle and amenities of a farm. Centaur Stride has helped to open ...

South Dayton lists upcoming events

SOUTH DAYTON — Another Wednesday night of music will be in the South Dayton Gazebo from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday by Tuck-N-Pope Country Music. Bring lawn chairs as hot dogs and soda are available for sale by the Village Hall. Check out the Depot's Rail and Movie Museum. Music in the ...