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Local Students Explore County's History in America 250 Video Project
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7/4/2026 12:26:53 PM
An educational video project explores several significant chapters of Chautauqua County's history and connects them to the broader American story, as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. County officials say a central goal of this effort was to engage young people with local history. The video is narrated by three students -- Mattie Silleman of the Silver Creek Central School District, Ken...read more
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15-Year-Old Forestville Male Pulled from Lake Erie, Hospitalized
2026-07-04 11:46
A teenager from Forestville was taken to a Buffalo-area hospital after being pulled from the waters of Lake Erie in the Town of Evans on Friday. Evans Town Police say they were called to Lake Erie Beach Park at about 3:30 PM on a report that a 15-year-old male had gone underwater and did not resurface. Officers say the male was subsequently located after being spotted by park lifeguards, who rem...read more
Hamburg Man Accused of Shooting Dog with Rifle
2026-07-04 10:53
An Erie County man was arraigned in court this week after he allegedly shot his dog in the head with a rifle. According to Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane, 62-year-old Dennis Rutkowski of Hamburg faces a Class E felony count of aggravated cruelty to animals under New York Ag & Markets Law, plus misdemeanor counts of prohibited use of weapons and 4th-degree criminal possession of ...read more
Probe into Missing Minor Leads to Arrest of Man in Randolph
2026-07-04 10:35
The Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office has charged a man from Warren, Pennsylvania following an investigation into a missing juvenile. Deputies say 65-year-old Gregg Johnson was arrested shortly after 3:00 AM last Sunday at the rest stop on I-86 westbound in the Town of Randolph. Johnson was charged with 1st-degree unlawfully dealing with a child and 2nd-degree endangering the welfare of an inc...read more
NYS Landmarks to Be Illuminated in Red, White and Blue on July 4th
2026-07-03 08:18
17 New York State landmarks will be illuminated in red, white and blue Saturday evening in observance of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Governor Kathy Hochul, who made the announcement on Friday, also issued a proclamation to commemorate the 250th Independence Day in New York State. The following landmarks will be lit on Saturday: One World Trade Ce...read more
Two CVCS Graduates, Including NBC News Correspondent, Address School's Class of 2026
2026-07-03 05:06
Two prominent alumni of Cassadaga Valley Central School returned to their old stomping grounds as guest speakers for the district's 2026 Commencement last week. The new graduates got to hear words of wisdom from Ryan Nobles (pictured) of the Class of 1993 and Derek Houser of the Class of 2001. Nobles, who is currently the Chief Capital Hill Correspondent for NBC News, has built an extraordinary...read more
Pillars of JPS Program Receives National Award
2026-07-03 03:49
A staff recognition program formed by Jamestown Public Schools and a documentary celebrating its music program recently received national recognition by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) as part of its annual National School Communication Awards. The "Pillars of JPS" program was awarded a Golden Achievement Award by NSPRA, which recognizes outstanding strategic work in all...read more
Breaking the Surface: Paint CHQ's Dunkirk Mural Completed
2026-07-03 10:52
A mural in downtown Dunkirk that's part of a countywide public art initiative has finally been completed after several months of delays. City and county representatives were on hand Thursday afternoon for a ribbon cutting and dedication of the mural at the Coburn Block on Central Avenue. The mural, entitled "Just Breaking the Surface," depicts a walleye erupting out of Lake Erie. Rebecca Wurster...read more
United Way Collects Over $8,500 in New Baby Items
2026-07-03 10:13
The final numbers have been tabulated for the United Way of Chautauqua County's annual Community Baby Shower. This year's drive generated more than $8,500 worth of new baby items. Two members of the United Way spoke about the drive as call-in guests on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Thursday. Executive Director Amy Rohler says the United Way's community partners recently collected the items at its ...read more
Law Enforcement Encourage Public to Celebrate Safely During Independence Day Weekend
2026-07-03 09:14
This Fourth of July holiday is shaping up to be arguably the largest one in our nation's history, with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. While there will be plenty of celebrations taking place across the area, local law enforcement agencies are reminding the public to celebrate responsibly. Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone says wherever you celebrate, leave the fir...read more
America 250 Celebrations Across Chautauqua County
2026-07-03 07:53
This weekend marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, and there will be numerous celebrations and fireworks displays taking place across Chautauqua County. They include the following: BEMUS POINTSaturday: fireworks at 10:00 PM over Bemus Bay; show will be set to music broadcast on Kix Country (96.5/100.3 FM) BUSTIFriday: community celebration at Busti Town Offices from 1...read more
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