The OBSERVER editor has assured me that I can use this column to write about whatever I like. And while it may be a bit risky for some writers to pen a column criticizing their employer, I’m not all that worried about it. I do not get paid to write these articles. The OBSERVER gets to print ...
The Chautauqua County Municipal Clerks held a raffle during their December meeting. Proceeds from the raffle were donated to 5&2 Ministry in Clymer. Pictured with the donation check from left are Cindy Capestrani, CCMCA Secretary, Sherrie Tanner, retired Town of Mina Clerk, Sue ...
From experiencing new sports and building confidence to fostering connection, United Way of Chautauqua County’s annual Girls in Sports event welcomed 124 girls from five school districts to Steele Hall Fieldhouse at SUNY Fredonia in early February. Presented in partnership with Chautauqua ...
Observing natural movements, the growth of the Earth, and the ecosystems sustaining it has become a healing experience for me. The shift of stone and rock formations showcases not only the beauty of nature, but also the strength and power it holds in its ability to adapt. This resilience to ...
The most intimate relationships I’ve had in my life have been with dentists. And I’ve had more of them than I’ve had teeth, from Western New York to Colorado. Unfortunately, they have been one-sided relationships in which I have had little input. They say “open” and I comply. The ...
This is the year of the Fire Horse, time to pull out all stops and make the most of life. This column gives us a chance to make others aware of all we have done before, what worked and didn’t work, maybe the why’s, and with community support, try again. Fundraisers are always key to ...