Red Flares on the Lake: A Chautauqua 4th of July Tradition
(Red flares and fireworks light up Chautauqua Lake during a Fourth of July celebration at Lakeside Park in Mayville, NY.)
Article by Norman Carlson, Chautauqua County Historian:
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The Busti Party: July 4, 1816 Independence Day Celebration in Busti, NY
(Illustration (fictional rendering): An artistic interpretation of an Independence Day celebration in Busti, NY, July 4, 1816, depicting a historic gathering with music, dancing, public remarks, and community festivities along Chaut
Statement Regarding Incident at the Chautauqua County Clerk's Office
MAYVILLE, NY — On Thursday, June 25, 2026, a self-described First Amendment auditor visiting the Chautauqua County Clerk's Office was involved in an altercation with a non-County employee in the records room.
Building security and the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident. No County employees were involved in the altercation.
Foster Parents Needed in Chautauqua County
MAYVILLE, NY — The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services is seeking compassionate individuals and families to become foster parents and help provide safe, supportive homes for children in our community
Chautauqua County DMV Welcomes New Employee to Mayville Office
The Chautauqua County Department of Motor Vehicles is pleased to welcome Brad Lang to its Mayville office team.
Chautauqua County to Host Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day in Dunkirk
DUNKIRK, NY – Chautauqua County’s Department of Public Facilities (DPF) Division of Solid Waste is inviting residents to safely dispose of unwanted household hazardous waste during a special collection event on Saturday, June 27,
Applications Open July 1, 2026 for Chautauqua County’s 3% Tourism Product Development Grant Program
JAMESTOWN, NY – Organizations, municipalities, businesses, and entrepreneurs are invited to apply for Chautauqua County's 2027 Tourism Product Development Grant Program, a funding opportunity designed to support projects that attract visitors, strengthen tourism
Chautauqua County Seeks to Empower Young People Through Youth Development Program Funding
MAYVILLE, N.Y. — The Chautauqua County Youth Bureau is pleased to announce the availability of funding to support programs that promote positive youth development for young people under the age of 21.
Chautauqua County Announces Funding Opportunity for Youth Sports Programs
MAYVILLE, N.Y. — The Chautauqua County Youth Bureau is looking to expand opportunities for young people to experience the many benefits of youth sports, including teamwork, leadership, physical activity and personal growth.
NY Connects Honored with 2026 E-MDT Service Award During World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event
Members of the Chautauqua County NY Connects team accept the 2026 Enhanced Multidisciplinary Team (E-MDT) Service Award during the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day event on June 15 in Mayville.