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4Dec By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Brings Holiday Cheer with Music, Caroling, and Solstice Celebrations

(WNY News Now) St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Jamestown is inviting the community to come together in the spirit of celebration in December with a number of events that honor the season of light and community.This season, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, located at 410 N. Main St. in Jamestown, is providing festive opportunities to participate and maintain relationships with others, including candlelight services and caroling. St. Luke's celebrates the season in a variety of ways, and Karen Hewes Suber, Director of Music and Community Arts Integration, says it's a time to find beauty and joy in the company of others.On Saturday, December 7, the Chadakoin Chamber Ensemble will perform Holiday Harmonies in the chapel. The concert is family-friendly and encourages people to dress in colorful ugl...
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SKI SEASON IS HERE! Governor Hochul Celebrates the Launch of New York’s Premier Ski Resorts
4Dec By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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SKI SEASON IS HERE! Governor Hochul Celebrates the Launch of New York’s Premier Ski Resorts

Winter Sports Enthusiasts, Take Heart: New York's Ski Resorts Will Open for the 2024–25 Season (WNY News Now)The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) ski resorts opened daily to mark the formal beginning of the 2024–25 winter season, which Governor Kathy Hochul celebrated. The three largest of New York State's 52 active ski areas—the Gore, Whiteface, and Belleayre Mountains—offer a diverse range of options for those who enjoy snow activities. Top-notch winter leisure is accessible within 90 minutes from almost every major New York metro area thanks to the state's numerous ski facilities. Because of the distribution, skiing and riding play a significant role in the employment and general well-being of people across the state.Governor Hochuls stated, "We ...
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Chamber of Commerce Holiday Party to Honor WWII Hero Bill Gosch on 101st Birthday
2Dec By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Chamber of Commerce Holiday Party to Honor WWII Hero Bill Gosch on 101st Birthday

(WNY News Now) The Chamber of Commerce's Annual Holiday Party on December 4th invites the Tonawandas community to enjoy the holidays and pay tribute to WWII veteran Bill Gosch, a hometown hero.The Elks Lodge, located at 55 Main St., Tonawanda, NY, will host the Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas' Annual Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 4th, at 5:30 p.m. In addition to celebrating the season, this joyous event will pay tribute to William Bill Gosch, a WWII hometown hero from North Tonawanda, who turns 101 in December.Maggie Higgins, the recently elected Chamber President, said, "This holiday party is a great opportunity for us to unite in a spirit of gratitude and unity." Bill's service, bravery, and dedication to the community are values that we can all be reminded of by honoring hi...
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2Dec By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Chamber of Commerce Holiday Party to Honor WWII Hero Bill Gosch on 101st Birthday

(WNY News Now) The Chamber of Commerce's Annual Holiday Party on December 4th invites the Tonawandas community to enjoy the holidays and pay tribute to WWII veteran Bill Gosch, a hometown hero.The Elks Lodge, located at 55 Main St., Tonawanda, NY, will host the Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas' Annual Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 4th, at 5:30 p.m. In addition to celebrating the season, this joyous event will pay tribute to William Bill Gosch, a WWII hometown hero from North Tonawanda, who turns 101 in December.Maggie Higgins, the recently elected Chamber President, said, "This holiday party is a great opportunity for us to unite in a spirit of gratitude and unity." Bill's service, bravery, and dedication to the community are values that we can all be reminded of by honoring hi...
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Jingle at the Rocks: Community Event to Support Toys for Tots, Spread Holiday Cheer
30Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Jingle at the Rocks: Community Event to Support Toys for Tots, Spread Holiday Cheer

(WNY News Now) For their fourth annual Jingle at the Rocks, the CHQ Professionals Group and the Dunkirk-Fredonia Rotary Club are collaborating to gather toys and generate money for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots initiative.The Dunkirk-Fredonia Rotary Club and the CHQ Professionals Group are excited to announce the fourth annual Jingle at the Rocks event, which will be held on Thursday, December 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 64 on the Rocks, 64 W. Main St., Fredonia.Raffles, appetizers, an ugly sweater contest, DJ Gould's music, and networking chances for young professionals and community members will all be part of this joyous holiday event. Everyone must be at least 21 years old. Admission costs $20 without a donation or $10 if you donate a brand-new, unwrapped toy.The event's ent...
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30Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Jamestown Hotel Marks 100th Anniversary with Special Event Celebrating Its Legacy

(WNY News Now) In honor of a century of community service, the historic hotel will offer a luncheon, panel discussion, and local memories.The historic Jamestown Hotel is excited to announce that on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., it will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Renowned local historian and interviewer Greg Peterson will lead a panel discussion and lunch at the event, which will take place in the magnificent Crystal Ballroom. Members of the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame, such as Bruce Battler, Scott Kindberg, Mike Goldman, and Randy Anderson, will be on the panel. The public is invited to gather and commemorate the hotel's rich heritage and community role for a century on this historic event.From its grand opening on December 31, 1924, to its function as a meeting spot ...
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Jamestown Hotel Marks 100th Anniversary with Special Event Celebrating Its Legacy
30Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Jamestown Hotel Marks 100th Anniversary with Special Event Celebrating Its Legacy

(WNY News Now) In honor of a century of community service, the historic hotel will offer a luncheon, panel discussion, and local memories.The historic Jamestown Hotel is excited to announce that on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., it will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Renowned local historian and interviewer Greg Peterson will lead a panel discussion and lunch at the event, which will take place in the magnificent Crystal Ballroom. Members of the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame, such as Bruce Battler, Scott Kindberg, Mike Goldman, and Randy Anderson, will be on the panel. The public is invited to gather and commemorate the hotel's rich heritage and community role for a century on this historic event.From its grand opening on December 31, 1924, to its function as a meeting spot ...
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Statewide Burn Ban Enforced Until November 30 to Curb Wildfire Risk
27Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Statewide Burn Ban Enforced Until November 30 to Curb Wildfire Risk

(WNY News Now) In order to avoid wildfires and protect public safety, New York State has implemented a burn restriction, which limits outdoor fires.Throughout the state, this burn ban forbids the lighting of open fires for cooking, uncontained campfires, and outdoor burning for the removal of vegetation and debris. Small, contained cooking fires are permitted, as are backyard fire pits and contained campfires that are no more than three feet in height and four feet in length, width, or circumference. Throughout the year, it is illegal in New York State to burn trash or leaves. Burn restrictions are also in place in a number of municipalities.Visit DEC's FIREWISE New York website to learn more about fire safety and prevention.Share this:FacebookXNote: Every piece of content is rigorously re...
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DEC Delivers Vital Updates for Western New York’s Environment and Outdoor Enthusiasts
27Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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DEC Delivers Vital Updates for Western New York’s Environment and Outdoor Enthusiasts

(WNY News Now) DEC's most recent newsletter provides residents and outdoor enthusiasts around Western New York with important updates and interesting options, ranging from steelhead fishing to tree stand safety advice.Do you hunt deer or do you know someone who does? For the 2024–2025 deer season, DEC is extending their Nonlead Ammunition for Eagle Conservation Initiative. Anywhere in the state where firearm hunting is permitted, all licensed deer hunters are eligible, which is the largest change for this season. Similar to previous year, they are gathering information on the dynamics and rates of scavenging at deer gut heaps, including how long it takes scavengers to locate them, how long gut piles endure, and variations by habitat and location.Please join up to participate if you shoot d...
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New $4.5 Million Grant Aims to Boost Forest Growth Across New York State
27Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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New $4.5 Million Grant Aims to Boost Forest Growth Across New York State

(WNY News Now) In an effort to counteract climate change and protect natural resources, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is providing $4.5 million in grants to assist private landowners in creating new forests.DECsaid that private landowners can now create new forests with $4.5 million through the Establishing Large Forests (ELF) Grant Program. ELF builds on New York State's well-liked Regenerate NY Forestry Cost Share Grant Program and is intended to sustain the establishment of new forests that are essential for wildlife habitat, climate change mitigation, air and water quality protection, and the production of lumber, a valuable renewable resource.In order to cover the costs of creating new forests, private landowners (or their representatives) in New ...
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