“Shifting Focus” by Peter Midgley
An opening reception will be held this Saturday for the current Tri-County Arts Council exhibit, "Shifting Focus” by Peter Midgley from Wellsville, which is on display through March 18th.
Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail Welcomes New President
Deb Fenn turns over rail trail Board leadership to Mary Brummer in 2023 after years of progress (January 17, 2023) Orchard Park, N.Y.: Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail, Inc. (ECRT) started the new year by announcing exciting leadership changes.
What’s Next for the Santa Ornament?
Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is looking to the community for ideas for its 2023 Santa Claus Lane ornament.
Foster Care
It’s real. It’s a part of life. It can be challenging, but It’s also rewarding. Today, in Cattaraugus County, 41 kids live in foster care. Is fostering a child something you have ever considered?
Dining in an Igloo
Thanks to a new outdoor experience at 11836 Bixby Hill Road in Arcade, dining alfresco isn’t just for the summer months anymore!
Hi-Y Farm Expands
This year, Hi-Y Farm Hemp, who has been a local, licensed hemp grower since 2017, will expand to include hemp building services under a new arm of operation: Hi-Y Hemp Building Company.
Squirrel Appreciation Day
It’s that time of year! The calendar has rolled around to January and here at the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, we will recognize Saturday, January 21, 2023 as National Squirrel Appreciation Day.
CRCF Director Retiring
The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation (CRCF) board of directors has announced that long-time Executive Director Karen Niemic Buchheit plans to retire September 1.
Explore a New Trail in 2023
A new year brings the excitement of new beginnings, the fun of exploring new locations, and the joy of new experiences. Embrace your spirit of adventure as you explore the nearby ANF Region in Pennsylvania.
Jay Leno Coming to Salamanca
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino delivered a very special announcement to comedy fans over the holidays. The legendary Jay Leno will perform in the Seneca Allegany Event Center on March 18.
Best in Show
The Tri-County Arts Council is pleased to announce the winners of the “A Little Something Small,” the third annual juried small works show.
Academy Scholarships
Two aspiring sheriff’s deputies recently received scholarship awards to help them in attending the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Academy, sponsored by the Catt. County Sheriff’s Department.
BOCES Introduces Animation
Over the past two weeks, students in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region are one step closer to a potential future in the Animation industry thanks to a new course offered through CA BOCES & RIT.
The Gift of Giving that Gives Back
On top of supporting small business this holiday season, we’d like to also challenge you to choose a gift that gives back. Many area organizations offer special holiday promotions with proceeds supporting their mission.
A Brighter Christmas For All
Ninety-six area families will have a brighter Christmas this year thanks to Interfaith Caregivers Gift Tree program and support from the Carroll and Dolores Anstaett Gift Tree Fund.
Master Gardener Program
Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Cornell Cooperative Extension is accepting applications for their next Master Gardener training class.
Santa Sheriff Program
Once again this year, school resource officers from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Department stuffed their shopping carts full of toys and clothes to bring Christmas to area families in need.
Visit with Santa at Santa’s Cottage
Santa & Mrs. Claus are back in town! The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Olean will host the ‘Visit with Santa’ at their newly built cottage in Olean’s Lincoln Park on Dec. 14.
Cattaraugus Gives Raises Over $270,000
Nonprofits in Cattaraugus County together raised $270,364 in just 24 hours during this year’s Cattaraugus Gives program. That total represents some 2,215 gifts from 1,356 donors.
“A Little Something”
From now until January 14, the public is invited to view more than 140 pieces of artwork submitted by over 50 different artists from Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties at the Tri-County Arts Council’s Small Works Show.