Winter, snow, ice, skiing, fires, chill, sadness, cheer, excitement are a few words people use to describe this time of year. What is your spin on the winter months? Are you living your best life with the winter activities and energy?

Through my years as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, I have noticed the one main ingredient that keeps people from reaching their fitness goals.

Presently, according to Ellen Say Herner, Cattaraugus County Aging Department RSVP Director, there are 374 registered Department of Aging volunteers in Cattaraugus County. The County could use 450.

Chances are the person reading this has had a trip or two in an ambulance for one reason or another. (I, myself, once fell off a porch and cracked a couple ribs on the way down.)

It’s not that you need a special day of the year to show your loved one how much you love them, but Valentine’s Day gives us an opportunity to “think outside the box” when it comes to planning a little something extra special.

Showcasing Our Top Retail & Dining Picks for Valentine’s Day!

It’s beginning to look a lot like… WINTER! Now that we’re midway through ski season and it appears the snow is finally here to stay (fingers crossed), let’s turn it up a notch with another weekend of superior live music sounding throughout the entire village!

Combine the desire to help support cancer research at Roswell Park Cancer Institute with your love for skiing/snowboarding and the natural beauty of the HoliMont Ski Club from 9:00am-4:30pm on Thursday, February 16 at the inaugural Ski 4 A Cure event.

George Pancio is maybe most remembered for his famous portrayals of Santa Claus both locally and nationally, but outside of the red suit, he dedicated himself wholly to Olean schools and the community.

The CRCF board recently elected Sean Cornelius to its board of directors and named its slate of Foundation officers for 2023, including the election of Lucy Benson as board president, while also naming Dr. Yogini Kothari an honorary board member.

Rachele has established her own brand-new business, Sunshine Pilates by Rae. Rachele is a STOTT Pilates instructor who specializes in Neurological Pilates, Injury Rehab and Athletics. She is offering one-on-one sessions inside Core Performance Health & Fitness Studio.

The ANF is the only National Forest in Pennsylvania. The Forest now one hundred years later in 2023, is a success story of regeneration and regrowth.

“When I first went to the homeless shelter, I had a bike. The only possession I had left. It wasn’t much, but it was mine. A CCA member went 20 miles away and got my bike for me. That’s how much they care.” - CCA client.

Heading into the final week of the high school basketball regular season, both the boys and girls programs in Ellicottville continue to lead their respective leagues and look to nail down home playoff games with a strong finish to the 2022-’23 season. 

Fresh snow has finally hit our village and to say we’re happy about it is an understatement. As hard as it is to believe, we’re about halfway through our winter season, which means it’s time to start planning for our upcoming celebrations.

There is a perfect event coming up for you! E-ville Spirits, Liquors & Wines is hosting a private tasting event featuring a line-up of Ellicottville Distillery’s greatest hits on Saturday, February 4 starting at 6:00pm

The 2nd annual Powder to Prosecco Women 2 Women Clinic, hosted by Mud, Sweat ‘n Gears in conjunction with Blizzard/Tecnica is the perfect opportunity for women to learn about a global initiative to design high-quality women’s products and celebrate the camaraderie.

Let’s get straight to the point: the WNY American Red Cross could really use your help! The need for new blood is constant to ensure a healthy and reliable supply. All blood types are welcome and your contribution could help save or change a life.

Holiday Valley is proud to announce the return of the Rail Rider Jamboree. Taking place on Saturday, March 18, 2023 this will be year two of the one-day music festival, which last year saw over 1,800 people attend the event.

As we continue to mold our publication into its best version, we are excited to announce that we are transforming yet again - from a biweekly newspaper to a weekly, starting NOW!