Ryann Cooley’s genius reveals itself in his artistic conceptual expression of a single idea. 

Nelson Beard’s love for teaching took him across the globe – from South Korea and China to Hoke County, North Carolina – but he found a home as an educator in the Salamanca school district. 

After months spent inside or close to home, there’s nothing quite like a day trip to bring some much-needed fun and relaxation to the end of the week! 

As the leaves begin to fall and pumpkins remain uncarved, early October arrives in Cattaraugus County to mark the unofficial start of the fall craft show season.

In discussion with the Cattaraugus County Health Department, GOACC found out that “It was not recommended to draw a crowd of that size to an isolated downtown area.”

As you travel into the forestlands of Pennsylvania, you will discover the beauty of the Allegheny National Forest, enjoying the many trails perfect for a fall hike.

For all of summer’s wonderful smells – from fresh-cut grass to sizzling barbecues – there’s nothing quite like the fragrant aroma of grapes ripening on the vine throughout the Southern Tier.

To celebrate the artistry of pumpkin carving, Pfeiffer Nature Center is hosting a pumpkin carving contest and show. Join in on the fun by entering a pumpkin for the contest, creating one for display or visiting the nature center to place a vote for your favorite pumpkin.

Virtual meetings and events are becoming the “new norm” for our area, and the annual Corporate Challenge is no exception for the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce. 

The 11th Annual Agents of Hope Golf Tournament to Defeat ALS is now underway – with a spin. Rather than the traditional single-day format that’s usually held at the Chautauqua Golf Club, this year’s virtual tournament runs from August 19th through September 20th.

With acres of free access public lands, the Allegheny National Forest - with cabins, camping, boating, fishing and over 600 miles of multi-use, multi-season trails - is a haven for anyone seeking to get outdoors and enjoy nature.

With plenty of summer still on the table, NOW is the time to fill your cup with adventure.  We have a great menu of outdoor destinations to choose from. Explore as many as you can before the days run short.

The CCIDA has been reaching out to officials associated with the Amazon project touting the benefits of the county in the hopes of luring the company to the Southern Tier.

Citing consistently low COVID-19 infection rates, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on August 7th schools may reopen their doors to students for in-person instruction.

When statewide road races from marathons to 5K runs were cancelled this spring, the inevitable hit home: race season was going to look a lot different this year.

Billy Finnerty and his k9 companion, Finn, are walking 100 miles to raise money and awareness about MSA.

Ken Carson is firing up the pit in support of the Ellicottville Skatepark Project.

It’s not every day that a business celebrates its one-year anniversary in the midst of a global pandemic, but that’s exactly what happened this year for the Ashford Station Bistro of West Valley.

When Christine Wittmann, a lifelong western NY native, approached me about collaborating with her in her jewelry business, it was a no-brainer.

Looking for new projects to keep little ones busy or to flex your own creative muscles? Interested in becoming part of a community art project?