Ice Harvest on Chautauqua Lake
Regional Industry & Booming Business in Late 1880’s

By Bill Burk    Do a quick thought experiment before reading on.  Make ice without electricity.  Of all the day-to-day comforts we take for granted, the human ability to create […]

Pea Pod & Juniper
Lakewood Florist and Gift Shop

By Kate Bartlett       Located in the heart of Lakewood, Pea Pod & Juniper is a premier, owner-operated florist and unique gift shop. Owner Kim Carlson specializes in custom […]

Salamanca Mall Antiques
Largest Antique Mall in NY State

By Carol Fisher-Linn      Antiquing at NYS’s largest antique mall…. A great place for casual wanderings, and treasure hunting:    With upcoming Presidents Day providing a playday for many, […]

Remembering Margaret “Sis” Signore
Celebration of Life, Ellicottville Library, Sun. Feb. 7, 5-6pm

By Carol Fisher-Linn      Margaret “Sis” Signore was proud to be called “teacher,” “helper,” “mom,” “friend,” and probably that which served as her foundation throughout life, “Catholic.”  Certainly no […]

HoliMont Hosts Master’s Ski Race
This Past Weekend Welcomed Participants from Far & Wide

By Dan Balkin       Why should kids have all the fun?  Junior ski racing programs across NYS accommodate kids from 8 – 18 years of age.  The average age […]

Ellicottville Summer Music Festival
Most Explosive July 4th Weekend Yet Announced

ELLICOTTVILLE, NY: This July 3–5, Ellicottville isn’t just hosting a music festival — it’s throwing a full throttle celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, packed with massive […]

Penguin Paddle FUNdraiser, Feb. 21
Holiday Valley Annual Event for Adaptive Ski Program

  Ellicottvile NY The Penguin Paddle is one of the most anticipated events of the ski season and the major source of funding for the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program or […]

Mayville Winterfest 2026
Fun has Already Begun – Festival Next Weekend

By Darlene Brace       It’s time once again for the annual Mayville Winterfest, which will take place at Lakeside Park located at 50 W. Lake Rd in Mayville next […]

The Blizzard of 1977, Part II
January 28 – February 1, 1977 In Western New York

By Bill Burk      “What the…what are you doing?”      Me and my friends track snow through the front door, up the stairs to the second floor. “We’re playing.” […]

Aranar Landscape Hotel Villas
Luxury Villas Expanding In Ellicottville

By Kate Bartlett      Aranar is redefining an adult retreat with plans to expand upon their first luxury villa which opened in November 2023. This new Landscape Hotel will […]

Celebrating Valentine’s Day
Historical Musings & Commemorating Suggestions

Carol Fisher Linn      Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Why not make it a little more interesting this year?     The Buffalo News stated that this January has been […]

Ellicottville Winter Music Jam
<smallFeb. 13-15 Filled with Indoor Live Music

Ellicottville NY. Whether you visit Ellicottville to ski/snowboard, snow tube, or explore the village shops and restaurants (or all of the above!), there’s no denying that Ellicottville creates a vibe […]

Group Ther-Happy
Casual Dining in Lakewood

By Kate Bartlett       Located at the four corners in downtown Lakewood, Group Ther-Happy is a full-service restaurant/bar known for their casual dining and relaxed yet fun atmosphere. The […]