Following a two-year shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade is back on the schedule and Ellicottville’s ERA Team VP is proud to announce the theme for their float this year is: "Thank you Hometown Heroes".

If you’re not familiar with the name Eric Jones, chances are you’re familiar with some of his works. Jones is a nationally known pumpkin carver and snow sculptor who went and has been featured on some pretty big networks.

Following a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade is back on the schedule, and organizers of the event are anticipating a record turnout.

On March 6th, The Boardroom Snowboard Shop will transform part of Holiday Valley’s Champagne slope into a banked slalom course for contestants to see who the fastest riders are.

Now in her second year of business, Susan Baryza is excited to work with Michael Nickolson, owner of the Silver Fox Steakhouse, to host Smoke and Savor, a cigar and bourbon pairing, at the restaurant on Friday, March 11th.

Singer/songwriter Keller Williams will be co-headlining the Rail Rider Jamboree alongside Dark Star Orchestra on Saturday, March 19th at Holiday Valley.

Hello and happy spring! Longer days and new horizons for us all as we navigate into uncharted astrological territory!

The topic of recycling and garbage was the first item of discussion at the Ellicottville Village Board's Feb. 15th virtual meeting.

The Ellicottville Town Board mulled hiring a resource officer for Ellicottville Central School, along with other business, during its Feb. 16th phone hookup meeting. 

Mark your calendars for what is sure to be a fun-filled packed winter weekend in Ellicottville, Friday, March 18 through Sunday, March 20 when Holiday Valley plays host to the Rail Rider Jamboree Music Fest.

Get your garbage bag and get ready: the Penguin Paddle is returning for a full day of in-person fun to Yodeler hill at Holiday Valley on Saturday, February 26th!

Ellicottville’s Winter Music Jam, set for Feb. 18-20th, will feature three days of indoor live music in all the hot spots, complementing the list of outdoor fun you’ll have in our active ski town.

A public hearing is scheduled for 5:30pm on March 8 to air plan modifications for a single-family home at 8 Fillmore Drive.

Working with the Ellicottville Food Bank for over 10 years, the Rotary Club has provided financial support and various donation drives, and this year took a further step to help this great local organization. 

The Board met in person Jan. 24th for the first 2022 session.  Owners Melanie & Michael Korzeniewski under the business of Winkorz LLC, of East Otto, hope to operate Ashford Junction Depot Thurs-Sun.

Competition in skiing runs high. One athlete goes big, the next wants to go bigger. With this mentality sensationalized in the media, the Tell a Friend Tour takes a different look at the amazing sport of freeskiing. 

Showcasing Our Top Retail & Dining Picks for Valentine’s Day! Show some love to our local shops and restaurants and your favorite person all at the same time.

Back by popular demand! HoliMont’s first Moonlight Snowshoe Tour will take place Thursday Jan. 27th. Compass Cycle Studio is hosting cycling classes every Saturday morning at 8:00am and Contractors Day is Friday January 28th.

Six nonprofit agencies recently received grants from the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation’s Community Fund to support projects & initiatives that support the changing needs of Cattaraugus County residents. 

When I expanded my studio in 2015, I purchased a commercial grade pull-up bar with high hopes of having pull-up contests.  That dream was only recently made into a reality when a few of my clients became passionate about pull-ups.