Ellington Volunteer Fire Department Honored for 100 Years of Service
Press Releases
Chautauqua County Announces 2026 Tourism Grant Awardees
(Left: Jamestown Dance Festival; Right: The Lake Erie Wine Trail)
Chautauqua County Announces Modified Hours at Mayville DMV Office
Department of Motor Vehicles Office in Mayville, New York.
How to Keep Heating Costs Low Without Sacrificing Comfort
As colder months arrive, many older adults worry about rising heating costs. Staying warm is important for health and comfort, but that doesn’t mean your energy bills have to climb.
Explore, Connect, and Celebrate: Office for Aging Services Hosts Countywide Open Houses
MAYVILLE, NY – The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services (CHQ Aging) is inviting residents, caregivers, and community partners to attend a series of upcomin
Researching Family History Using Chautauqua County Records
By Norman Carlson, Chautauqua County Historian
Chautauqua County Awarded $1 Million to Advance Major Housing and Infrastructure Projects
(Welch’s Building Rendering, Westfield, NY)
County Executive Wendel Encourages Support for Community Partners Assisting Those in Need During SNAP Uncertainty
MAYVILLE, NY – As families face uncertainty over November SNAP benefits during the ongoing federal government shutdown, Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel is highlighting the importance of community support for local food pantries, soup kit
WATER USE RESTRICTIONS LIFTED FOR RIPLEY WATER DISTRICT CUSTOMERS
MAYVILLE, N.Y. — The Town of Ripley announced today that the water conservation order issued for Water District customers on October 10, 2025 has been lifted.
Town Officials and water operators have confirmed that the reservoir has returned to near normal levels for this time of year, and the creek that flows into the reservoir is no longer dry. Therefore, it is no longer necessary to conserve water.
Chautauqua County HR Director Recognized for Leadership
(Deborah Makowski, Chautauqua County Director of Human Resources, recently recognized by NYSAPCSO for her leadership and dedication to public service.)