East Otto NY The Guerilla Theatre Project based in Olean, is going to use the Griffis Sculpture Park in East Otto as the location for their next “Play-in-a-Day” event. Starting at 6pm on Friday, June 5th, and spanning the next 24 hours, the theatre group will write plays, audition actors,...

   Ellicottville, NY — If you've ever admired a striking image of a bald eagle in flight, kids carving moguls on a snowy slope, or a firework bursting over a summer sky, chances are it came from the lens of John Karassik—known fondly around Ellicottville as simply, “Grandpa.”     Now,...

Carol Fisher Linn      Do you love Charleston or Savannah? Then you’ll love The Chautauqua Institution.       If you are a local, you know that summertime is Chautauqua Institution season. If you are not from here, perhaps this article will give you a better idea of what it’s all...

By Kate Bartlett/Jonah Mann        Saturday, June 14 marks the annual Holiday Valley Mudslide, a trail run where participants can choose to race on either a 4.2-mile or a 6-mile course that has approximately15 obstacles to navigate.  Participants are challenged to tackle the course, sliding down mud, slacklining over...

By Darlene Brace      Are you hungry for a gyro or chicken souvlaki? Well, when it’s Father’s Day Weekend, Jamestown residents know that it’s time for the annual Yassou Festival that takes place each June at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church on Francis Street. The Greek community puts on...

By Carol Fisher-Linn      Celebrating Italian American heritage for 54 years and fighting cancer along the way…     “June 12, 13, 14 marks 54 years of antics, golf, fellowship, friendship, food and fund-raising, along with celebrating our Italian American heritage.”  Former Chairman Joe Paternitti laughingly related that quick one-liner...

By Kate Bartlett      The Bemus Point Market has been a local tradition on Chautauqua Lake for many years. It is one of the top sellers of Perry’s 3-glallon Ice Cream in the area, carrying over 40 different flavors of premium ice cream. In addition to a wide selection...

Article/Photos by Barbara Arnstein         Every Wednesday in warm weather, the very popular Gentner's Commission Market in Springville offers customers the excitement of outdoor auctions featuring ever-changing items ranging from furniture and antiques, to tools and whatever items happen to appear that week, and, auctions inside the barn, featuring...

By Jonah Mann       Warrior Fitness Gym in Ellicottville has undergone a significant transformation, with a completely revamped interior and ambitious plans for expansion. The recent renovations, completed in just one week, have been met with overwhelming positive feedback from members and the community.    Owner Bradley Poole expressed...

Jay loves hearing stories about people’s experiences on the ferry. “I joke thatit’s the DeLorean of Chautauqua County,” laughs Jay. “It can take you back intime, then bring you back to today.”        The Bemus Point-Stow Ferry kicked off its 214th season this past Friday, May 23rd with its...

By Kate Bartlett       This past Tuesday, May 20, HoliMont was approved for New York State tax abatement with assistance from the Cattaraugus County Industrial Development Agency (CCIDA) on over one million dollars in projects. These projects include purchasing equipment, improving snowmaking and general resort improvements. Bike Carriers Waiting...

By Dave Parker      Historic charm and "Wilderness Chic" design is the new look for the popular Wyndham hotel nestled in the heart of ski country in downtown Ellicottville.     Ellicottville, New York, often feels like a scene plucked from a cherished painting, where the seasons sweep through the...

By Kate Bartlett     The Lenhart Hotel in Bemus Point is moving forward with plans for a rooftop bar-- Bemus Sky. Plans were approved by the Bemus Point Planning and Zoning Board on Thursday, May 15, and the owners are excited to get started on the next phase and share...

Barbara Arnstein        The Art Crawl in Springville, on Saturday, June 7th this year, from 3-8pm, has been an eagerly awaited annual event in Springville for over a decade. The fun includes a parade that features marching bands, art cars, floats, tractors, firetrucks and more. "It continues Springville's Dairy Fest...

By Darlene Brace      As summer approaches, we welcome the arrival of delicious homegrown strawberries in Western New York. This also means it’s time for Merritt Winery’s Annual Strawberry Festival, located at 2264 King Road in Forestville. Come and enjoy this fun-filled family event, a cherished community tradition since...