Farming has been a way of life for many in Chautauqua County for as long as there has been a Chautauqua County. That way of life is increasingly difficult, as we were all reminded recently when news broke that Refresco, a grape processing plant located on Talcott Street in Dunkirk, is ending ...
Not expecting him to appear in a local commentary to the PJ so soon (3-14), James Talarico was described as a “rare Democrat who, as a Presbyterian seminarian… is well versed in Christianity.” Not so fast, my friend. The commentary never told what seminary he attended. Take two ...
Every March, we recognize National Social Work Month, a time to honor the professionals who dedicate their lives to helping individuals, families, and communities through difficult moments. While some people imagine social work as simple charity, the truth is far more complex. Social workers ...
The resolution supporting herbicide use passed at the March 13 Lakewood Village Special Board meeting, but the recent Post-Journal coverage highlighted a lengthy explanation for the singular “no” vote. The dissenting information cited risks that only exist under extreme, unmanaged ...
This week I opened the newspaper, and there on the front of the Sports Page was an incredible photograph of three girls from Frewsburg with hands raised celebrating their State Championship in basketball for the second year in a row. It wasn’t just the photograph but also the write-up which ...
Across New York, families and businesses are facing an affordability crisis that is making it increasingly difficult to live, work, and stay here. High taxes, rising energy costs, burdensome regulations and the ever-growing cost of living are pushing people to leave the state. The data tells ...