BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Blue Fund has announced $575,000 in grants to support several major health-based projects across Western New York.

Over the years, our democracy has been tested. This was evident on January 6, 2021 when an angry mob attempted insurrection at our nation’s capital. Today, January 20, 2021, Joseph R Biden, Jr. was sworn in as our 46th president of the United States. 

Guess who never gets to determine their fate, regardless of whether they are surviving a worldwide pandemic or not? Animals. Hit just as hard by the impacts of Covid-19, the Empire Animal Rescue Society out of Salamanca, New York never stopped saving lives.

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing its May 2021 through January 2022 Events and Activities brochure.

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is looking to the community for ideas for its 2021 Santa Claus Lane ornament… The ornament will be the twenty-sixth in a series created by artist Kathleen McDonald.

The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism will continue accepting applications for the 2021 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program through March 31, 2021.

Never in a million years did Walter Baranowski of Springville, NY think an obscure backyard hobby would land him on national television … but national television is just where he found himself.

With the long winter and abundance of snow, Chautauqua County has become a destination for travelers interested in many types of winter activities.

The popularity of the sport of disc golf has exploded, especially over the summer months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the temperature dips, bundle up and head outside. In the Allegheny National Forest Region of northwestern Pennsylvania, enjoy birdwatching, snowmobiling, cross-country and downhill skiing.

At a time when agencies are seeing increased demand for mental and behavioral health services… the Mental Wellness Fund in Cattaraugus County provided a needed boost in the form of the grants.

Acme Business is pleased to announce it has received a state-funded grant facilitated by the Olean Business Development Corporation (OBDC) to support the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

COVID-19 has put a damper on many activities this year. Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE), in cooperation with the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce, wanted to bring some holiday spirit to the village.

The officials from area towns, villages and cities came together in April to have a moment of thanks to the essential workers from the area with clapping and bell ringing all month long.

The Grinch drink from Woodside Tavern on the Green that is!  The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce held a friendly competition between its well known local cafes, bars, and restaurants in the inaugural ‘Holidays in a Glass’ contest.

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce has created an art gallery in its conference room showcasing framed pictures of the Olean area taken by local photographer Pat Schwabenbauer. 

Christmas is too bright, said no one ever! The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce encourages all to check out the contestants of the Holiday Lighting Contest for area homes. 

Although the raffle promoted it having six winners, GOACC’s Shop Local Raffle Winners also included those Chamber members where the winners will redeem their winnings at!

Back by popular demand, Ellicottville Brewing Company announces its Orange Chocolate Blonde Ale, brewed with locally-loved chocolatiers, Platter’s Chocolate Factory.

This holiday season is different. Creativity mixed with “different” sparked the creation of a holiday season of safe, family-friendly activities for all to enjoy in the nearby Allegheny National Forest Region of Pennsylvania.