A Little About Us…
EllicottvilleNOW is a free, locally owned newspaper focused on community and tourism in Ellicottville, NY & surrounding areas. Published every Thursday by DesignPerks of Ellicottville, it features current news, events, and activities, both in print and online.
Backed by over 20 years of local publishing experience, our team of writers and designers is dedicated to delivering informative, engaging content with a professional look. Supported entirely by advertising, EllicottvilleNOW also offers effective marketing solutions for local businesses.
We’re committed to eco-friendly practices by reducing print waste and expanding our digital reach through our website, social media, and e-NOWnews (our on-demand email updates). Free online subscriptions make it easy for readers to stay informed—while boosting visibility and tracking for advertisers.
What We Do
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Rewind: Established in 2010, DesignPerks launched ‘Ellicottville SNOWED-IN’ that same year - a wintertime newsprint magazine published monthly during Ellicottville’s ski season. Following the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020, our publisher decided to transform Snowed-In from a seasonal publication into what is now ellicottvilleNOW.
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From banner ads and social posts to e-newsletter features, we help your business connect with a growing digital audience across Ellicottville and beyond. Digital ad placements are crafted to stand out and drive results. Whether it's a seasonal promotion or year-round awareness, we’ll make sure your brand is seen
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In addition to publishing EllicottvilleNOW, DesignPerks offers custom graphic design for all your branding needs—from business cards and brochures to posters, banners, and billboards.
As part of PaNDaGOAT Media, a collaborative local marketing agency, we also connect businesses with a full range of services including web design, photography, videography, licensed drone work, social media marketing, copywriting, and business coaching.
Meet Our Team
BRENDA PERKS
Editor/Publisher, Lead Designer, Advertising Manager
MEAGHAN LUCARELLI
Assistant Designer, Editor-in-Chief
MEDIA ASSISTANT
Matt Brahaney 716-699-9816
SALES ASSOCIATES
Brenda Perks: direct 716-244-7573 | brenda@ellicottvilleNOW.com
Evan Evans: direct 716-474-6812 | evane716@aol.com
TEAM WRITERS:
Mary Weiser | Dena DiOrio | Lilly Goodman | Patrick Ferrino | Carol Fisher-Linn | Kim Duke | Melanie Hulick
TEAM PHOTOGRAPHERS:
Ashley Baron | Rich Rumfola | Matt Brahaney
DISTRIBUTION:
Evan Evans | Kelly Loverdi | Jamestown Post-Journal
WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT:
Robot of the Future
Want to advertise, share a story, send a photo, or just have a question about ellicottvilleNOW? We’d love to hear from you. Let us know how we can help!