Current issues are examined through a mix of media in an exhibition at Fredonia’s Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery. Titled “for nothing is fixed,” this exhibition of 43 works by Pittsburgh artists Susanne Slavick…
Man charged in theft of funds from 3 schools including Bemus Point
A Rochester man is facing charges after allegedly stealing funds from three school districts, including Bemus Point. On Wednesday, New…
Fredonia senior gets glimpse into U.S. Capitol
For two weeks in July, I had the opportunity to intern in the U.S. House of Representatives for the office…
Healing with Horses: Cummins' staff powers through Centaur Stride needs
Lists. We all have them. Somehow, no matter how hard we work, the list never seems to get shorter. At…
Center’s monthly event music to area’s ears
A unique music venue is presented by Lake Shore Center for the Arts in Westfield and sponsored by the Northern…
Sweet 16 for commander
Commander Tom Halicki was presented an award for 16 years of dedicated service to the Forestville American Legion Post 953…
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SATURDAY, SEPT. 5 Cassadaga Labor Day weekend activities Cassadaga Man Triathlon at 8 a.m. 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride, 13.1 mile run. Register at www.coachmarkwilson.com. Vendor fair, bounce house, dunk tank, cornhole, more. Live music by Waiting for Jenna 5 to 7 p.m. at 86 Main St. Fireworks at Fessenden Ballpark on…
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Randolph stuns Chautauqua Lake/Westfield/Brocton
RANDOLPH – Despite controlling most of the first half, Randolph only led Chautauqua Lake/Westfield/Brocton…
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CASSADGA — Brad Kelly’s 33 topped the Tuesday Night Men’s League at Cassadaga Country Club. Other…
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Man charged in theft of funds from 3 schools including Bemus Point
A Rochester man is facing charges after allegedly stealing funds from three school districts, including Bemus Point. On Wednesday, New York State Police arrested Zacchary E. Weber, 49, following an investigation into the alleged theft of more than $810,000. The investigation began in September 2025 after the Sodus Central School District reported concerns involving…
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Applauding U.S. workforce contributions
As this year's Labor Day observance approaches, America's workers, traditionally part of the "cement" that holds this country together, are concerned increasingly about what effects robots and Artificial Intelligence will have on their work lives - and lives in general — going forward. And, that worry is destined to continue, although "people in the…
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Susan J Ticknor
Susan J Ticknor, 74, of Fredonia, NY passed September 2,2026 at home with her husband (Douglas) by her side. She was born May 2, 1952 in Dunkirk, NY to her late parents David and Norma (Bradley) Cave. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Morse Funeral Home Brocton,NY.
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