Beacons in the Darkness
It has been officially two years since the start of the pandemic. When I think back to this, it seems like a lifetime ago, so much has changed. It will take time before we look back on these events without an emotional lens.
God Winks Pajama Party
Ellicottville photographer Nadine Saviano is the president and founder of God Winks Inc., a non-profit organization which she established to provide assistance to those in the healing process from grief and loss.
Dark Star Orchestra Interview
Dark Star Orchestra will be bringing the Grateful Dead experience to the first Rail Rider Jamboree and Music Festival in Ellicottville, NY Saturday, March 19, 2022.
Next Up On The Menu… Chili!
The Olean Sports and Social Club and the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce have announced their CHILI CRAWL, set for Saturday, March 28th.
HoliMont News
Even though many of us don’t want to admit it, spring is just around the corner. But that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop here at HoliMont! We have big plans for the spring, summer and fall months to come.
Technology Update
With the pandemic changing how we all learn and work, there was a need to improve WiFi access 24/7 at the Library. To this end, the Rotary Club of Ellicottville received a district grant to provide another technology upgrade.
Artworks on Display
The Tri County Arts Council, located at 110 West State St in Olean, presents “Silent Beings” by artist Amanda Parry Oglesbee. The artist’s paintings are now on display in the gallery through March 26th.
Letter: Thank You
We hit a new record of money raised for Empire Animal Rescue Society through Willow calendars! This year we raised $1,200 … beating the last two years of $1,000!
Olean Sports Boosters Raffle Party
The Olean High School Sports Boosters are hosting their 38th Annual Endowment Raffle this April. Tickets admit four people to the drawing party to be held Saturday, April 30th.
Exhibition at Ellicottville Library
M.R. Bryant is the featured artist at the Ellicottville Memorial Library through May 2022, with an exhibit of her Impressionist and Abstract acrylic paintings.
Salute to Our Heroes
Following a two-year shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade is back on the schedule and Ellicottville’s ERA Team VP is proud to announce the theme for their float this year is: "Thank you Hometown Heroes".
Fit For A Ski Town
If you’re not familiar with the name Eric Jones, chances are you’re familiar with some of his works. Jones is a nationally known pumpkin carver and snow sculptor who went and has been featured on some pretty big networks.
Mardi Gras Parade
Following a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade is back on the schedule, and organizers of the event are anticipating a record turnout.
Boardroom Banked Returns to the Slopes of Holiday Valley
On March 6th, The Boardroom Snowboard Shop will transform part of Holiday Valley’s Champagne slope into a banked slalom course for contestants to see who the fastest riders are.
Smoke and Savor
Now in her second year of business, Susan Baryza is excited to work with Michael Nickolson, owner of the Silver Fox Steakhouse, to host Smoke and Savor, a cigar and bourbon pairing, at the restaurant on Friday, March 11th.
Keller Williams: Hitting the Slopes of Holiday Valley
Singer/songwriter Keller Williams will be co-headlining the Rail Rider Jamboree alongside Dark Star Orchestra on Saturday, March 19th at Holiday Valley.
Ideas to Cure Cabin Fever
Need ideas to help cure the onset of a gray winter day’s blues, or what is commonly known as cabin fever? The Allegheny National Forest Region offers novel places to explore.
Suzy’s Star Readings: March Astrology
Hello and happy spring! Longer days and new horizons for us all as we navigate into uncharted astrological territory!
Village Board Meeting
The topic of recycling and garbage was the first item of discussion at the Ellicottville Village Board's Feb. 15th virtual meeting.
Town Board Meeting
The Ellicottville Town Board mulled hiring a resource officer for Ellicottville Central School, along with other business, during its Feb. 16th phone hookup meeting.