By Kate Bartlett    October 26th marks the 11th annual EVL Halloween Half Marathon, 5K, and Relay—also known as the EVL Half. Grab a friend, don your best costume, and get ready to run in this much-anticipated event. Runners of all abilities are encouraged to join in the fun!     Doug and...

By Miles Hilton      The November 5th general election is right around the corner. Elections are a chance for Americans to exercise our democratic right to choose our political representatives, and this November the presidency will be on the ballot. Here’s everything you need to know to vote in the...

By Kate Bartlett      Saturday October 26th, The Thriller Dancers return to the streets of Ellicottville outside of Villaggio for their 9th annual ‘flash mob’ style performance. 61 dancers will perform 2 sets on Monroe Street decked out as their best Zombie to recreate Michael Jackson’s 1983 smash hit music...

By Darlene Brace    Some people with Celiac Disease and gluten intolerances may want to enjoy a beer now and then, and they would like to find a gluten free beer that still tastes good. Did you know that a popular gluten free beer is produced and distributed from Westfield,...

By Kate Bartlett      Founded in 2014, 43North is a government funded non-profit organization that invests $5 million each year in companies that relocate to Buffalo through their immersive accelerator program. Their annual interactive awards production was held at Sheas Theatre in Downtown Buffalo this past Thursday, October 10, selecting...

By Stephanie Riveria       How do two military veterans share an idea to establish an animal rescue for animals; and that rescue happens to be focused primarily on pigs? The goal of Mountain Misfits farm in Little Valley is not only to save these animals, but also to educate people...

By Kate Bartlett Located just outside of Rochester, Woodcliff Hotel & Spa is the ideal location for any staycation; it’s close enough to home yet a world away. With stunning views, luxurious accommodations, tranquil spa, award-winning restaurant and wine bar, 9-hole golf course and over 70-acres of hiking trails, there’s...

By Dave Parker    Get ready to experience Cattaraugus County like never before! Revolution Rail Co., an unique outdoor adventure company, is set to open a new location in Spring 2025, bringing its popular rail biking experience to the historic tracks of Cattaraugus County.    Revolution Rail Co. offers scenic...

Celebrate this weekend, October 12-13 at Ellicottville’s Fall Festival; the oldest, and largest, takes place when the foliage of surrounding hills are ablaze with color! Festival-goers are in for a lively weekend of unique foods, arts and crafts, chairlift rides, demonstrations, sales, live entertainment and much more! For the energetic...

By Kate Bartlett      Mark your calendars for Friday and Saturday, November 8-9 for the annual Holiday Valley Beer and Wine Festival. This event is a celebration of craft beverages, exceptional brews, fine wines, and unforgettable fun in the picturesque beauty of Ellicottville. It’s a unique opportunity to sample...

By Jeff Martin   ELLICOTTVILLE, NY –  Small, determined steps often lead to mountaintops.      That may be the most apt lesson for members of the the Ellicottville Great Valley Trail Committee and community volunteers, who have been working since the early 2010s to create a safe multi-use trail network...

By Jeff Martin        While Pour Taproom Ellicottville will not open this weekend as was originally forecasted by its owners, Matt Prime and Joe DeCenzo, the business will still have a presence of approximately 90 percent. To celebrate Ellicottville’s Fall Fest, and what they are estimating is now an...

Carol Fisher-Linn        It all began 49 years ago and a band of Bavarian dressed musicians….      How many have you attended? I might have attended fewer if it were not for my addiction to the sausage and onions and peppers at the Holiday Valley Ski Patrol tent. Put...

By Kate Bartlett        Uncle Ben’s Remedy has steadily gained popularity over the past ten years. With their catchy songs and rowdy theatrics, it’s no wonder their loyal fans will follow them anywhere. With roots in the small towns of Western New York, Uncle Ben’s Remedy’s unique, energetic sound...

By Darlene Brace    Are you looking for some fun activities for you and your family to enjoy on a beautiful autumn weekend?  If so, head on out to the Peek’n Peak Resort in Clymer, NY. Enjoy the kaleidoscope of colors surrounding the resort, as they get the resort grounds...