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.

“We are so thrilled to be expanding Cupcaked Bakery in the heart of Ellicottville”, stated Marisa Battaglia, business partner of Annie Coe, founder of Cupcaked.

Come celebrate the end of a great year and the beginning of an even greater year!  Join Holiday Valley as we ring in 2023 with a night full of skiing, friends and festivities.

Holiday Valley will host their annual Demo Day event this Saturday, December 17 at the base of the Main Lodge from 9:00am-3:00pm. Free demos from many ski and snowboard reps, featuring Ellicottville’s specialty shops.

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.

Continuing with our ski and snowboard shop interviews, this week we made a stop at The City Garage, a namestay that needs no introduction.

Known by her Instagram handle @thelittleblueranch, Kaitie Samland has made a name for herself in the home décor world, and her recipes, DIY projects, and unabashed Buffalo Bills fandom are sure to spark anyone’s creative side.

Bob McCarthy’s Irish Christmas, held Friday, Dec. 9 at EBC, was by far the best ever. After a two-year hiatus from the live event, a large crowd came out to celebrate the 16th annual Fundraiser.

Ellicottville, the quaint ski town known for its hallmark views, doesn’t just wake up looking this good. At the heart of this is a team of ladies who call themselves the Alley Katz, bringing life to the village since 1979. 

HoliMont will open to members this Saturday, December 17 with Exhibition slope and lift running. For non-members, the season will begin Monday, December 19.

I could write countless articles on why hydration/water is so important to our bodies. It helps flush out waste, regulates body temperature and aids your brain function.

Families, people, and friends sprinkled across the U.S. are taking this post-pandemic time in history to reflect on holiday traditions, values and their importance.

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.

Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Cornell Cooperative Extension is accepting applications for their next Master Gardener training class.

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.

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. 

We have the rundown for what is in store for you at this year’s Bob McCarthy’s Irish Christmas, happening at EBC on Friday, December 9 beginning at 6:00pm.

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.

Slow down the pace during the holiday rush and take some time to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas during Ellicottville’s annual Christmas Stroll, set for Saturday, Dec. 10 right here in the village of Ellicottville.

A community rich in dining/entertainment options got a little richer just in time for Thanksgiving, as the 12 Gates of EVL Taproom opened its doors at 14 Washington Street in downtown Ellicottville, NY.