Local Stories

Suzy Woo explores Venus retrograde in Scorpio, the themes it may bring to relationships, trust, money and personal growth, and what each zodiac sign can expect this October.

From students pedaling to school to volunteers restoring downtown benches, two recent projects show the many ways Ellicottville comes together.

The Ellicottville-Great Valley Trail has completed its preferred 4-mile alignment and will move into surveying and design following an October 8 public meeting.

Bryan and Renee Scharf celebrate a decade of Ellicottville Distillery, reflecting on award-winning spirits, community support and a growing calendar of events.

Ernest Pead will lead the Foothills Christmas Cantata Choir this season as the group prepares for two December concerts and welcomes new adult and junior choir members.

The new Monroe Street shop features handmade leather goods crafted by local artisans, along with jewelry and other products from Western New York makers.

Brynn Ackerman shares why wellness doesn’t have to mean restriction, exploring how movement, nutrition, rest and enjoying life can all work together.

Remembering Bruce H. Pollock, a longtime Ellicottville resident, business owner, fishing captain, former Holiday Valley ski instructor and devoted husband, father and grandfather.

Holiday Valley is investing more than $5 million in upgrades across the resort, with improvements to snowmaking, technology, amenities and golf, plus a new high-speed quad planned for Cindy’s Run.

Ellicottville’s beloved Fall Festival marks five decades of autumn tradition October 10-11, bringing visitors together for a milestone celebration in the heart of Western New York.

The Ellicottville Historical Society welcomes Melissa Parker Leonard for an October 7 program on Ely S. Parker and brings its popular Ghost Walks back for five evenings this fall.

From scenic chairlift rides and colorful rail adventures to pumpkin farms, sculpture trails and spectacular overlooks, these eight destinations offer plenty of ways to experience fall in Western New York.

Local cooks will compete for chili cook-off bragging rights while guests enjoy unlimited tastings, live music, raffles and a silent auction supporting Rotary community projects.

A Rotary District 7090 grant, Operation Warm Hearts and support from National Grid came together to provide back-to-school essentials for more than 110 local children.

Project S.O.W. and Seed to Salad will give Cattaraugus County youth hands-on experience with gardening, nutrition, food systems, leadership and community connection.

The Bob McCarthy Foundation has increased its annual support by 50% for Connecting Communities in Action’s Victim Services Department, helping provide critical resources, advocacy and safe services for victims of domestic violence and other crimes.

Suzy Woo explores the astrological energy surrounding the autumn equinox, from relationship changes and healing to new opportunities and what the season may bring for each zodiac sign.

Public hearings on a proposed occupancy tax, 24 Rockwell Avenue sale and Maybee Alley traffic change set for September 22

New false alarm fees, highway purchases, town appointments and discussions on Maples Road and EV charging highlight August meeting

Three days of live music, classic cars and a new Craft Show & Farmers Market bring the community together for Ellicottville’s annual fall kickoff