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FREDONIA POLICE DEPARTMENT — Lillian Mamke, 29, of Fredonia, was arrested Jan. 2 and charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. — Jashawn Couser, 21, of Dunkirk, was arrested Jan. 3 and charged with second-degree harassment. — Matthew Weber, 32, of ...

Appointments for VITA free tax services beginning soon

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County residents who qualify for free tax preparation will soon be able to book appointments with the United Ways of Chautauqua County through the 2-1-1 phone service. Each year, the United Ways of Chautauqua County administer the federal Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program locally, ...

County warns of scam regarding benefit cards

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The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office along with the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services would like to send a reminder about not giving your Electronics Benefits Transfer card information out over the phone. The Sheriff’s Office has received multiple ...

Week of SUNY events remember King’s legacy

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A full week of impactful initiatives at the State University of New York at Fredonia will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Four alumni will reflect on their SUNY Fredonia experiences and how the life and legacy of King impacted them in their personal life and throughout ...

Strong showing in ‘We the People’ event

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“Our students did Westfield proud!” said Westfield Academy and Central School faculty member Greg Birner, who has coached teams for the “We the People” competition since 2007. The Westfield team finished third place in the state and achieved two unit awards. “We are evidently doing ...

NCCF seeks Footprints nominations

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The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 George B. Weaver Jr. Footprints Award. This annual award celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to their community through philanthropy and community ...