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Students Can Apply for CRCF Scholarships Beginning Feb. 1st
Students can apply using the online portal and complete one common scholarship application to become eligible for awards from some 65 scholarship funds.
GOACC Elects New President
Vicki Blessing will serve as this year’s board president for the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau Launches New & Improved Website
VisitANF.com, the official, newly designed website for the Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau, launched today, January 26, 2021.
BlueCross BlueShield Awards $575,000 in Blue Fund Grants
BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Blue Fund has announced $575,000 in grants to support several major health-based projects across Western New York.
Rising Strong
Over the years, our democracy has been tested. This was evident on January 6, 2021 when an angry mob attempted insurrection at our nation’s capital. Today, January 20, 2021, Joseph R Biden, Jr. was sworn in as our 46th president of the United States.
EARS Saves Over 1,000 Homeless Animals, Despite Pandemic
Guess who never gets to determine their fate, regardless of whether they are surviving a worldwide pandemic or not? Animals. Hit just as hard by the impacts of Covid-19, the Empire Animal Rescue Society out of Salamanca, New York never stopped saving lives.
Greater Olean Chamber Preparing 2021 Events & Activities Page
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing its May 2021 through January 2022 Events and Activities brochure.
What’s Next for the Santa Claus Lane Ornament?
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is looking to the community for ideas for its 2021 Santa Claus Lane ornament… The ornament will be the twenty-sixth in a series created by artist Kathleen McDonald.
2021 Cattaraugus County Tourism Promotion Grant Extends Deadline
The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism will continue accepting applications for the 2021 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program through March 31, 2021.
National Spotlight: FORGED IN FIRE
Never in a million years did Walter Baranowski of Springville, NY think an obscure backyard hobby would land him on national television … but national television is just where he found himself.
Tour Chautauqua
With the long winter and abundance of snow, Chautauqua County has become a destination for travelers interested in many types of winter activities.
Gargoyle Park Disc Golf Course to Bring Pandemic-Proof Recreation to Olean
The popularity of the sport of disc golf has exploded, especially over the summer months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Winter in the Woods
As the temperature dips, bundle up and head outside. In the Allegheny National Forest Region of northwestern Pennsylvania, enjoy birdwatching, snowmobiling, cross-country and downhill skiing.
Mental Wellness Fund supports Mental Health Programs at County Level, YMCA, Intandem
At a time when agencies are seeing increased demand for mental and behavioral health services… the Mental Wellness Fund in Cattaraugus County provided a needed boost in the form of the grants.
Acme Business Receives Grant
Acme Business is pleased to announce it has received a state-funded grant facilitated by the Olean Business Development Corporation (OBDC) to support the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.
Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest
COVID-19 has put a damper on many activities this year. Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE), in cooperation with the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce, wanted to bring some holiday spirit to the village.
Bells to Ring
The officials from area towns, villages and cities came together in April to have a moment of thanks to the essential workers from the area with clapping and bell ringing all month long.
Holidays in a Glass: The Grinch is the Winner This Season!
The Grinch drink from Woodside Tavern on the Green that is! The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce held a friendly competition between its well known local cafes, bars, and restaurants in the inaugural ‘Holidays in a Glass’ contest.
SAY CHEESE for Christmas!
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce has created an art gallery in its conference room showcasing framed pictures of the Olean area taken by local photographer Pat Schwabenbauer.
GOACC House Decorating Contest
Christmas is too bright, said no one ever! The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce encourages all to check out the contestants of the Holiday Lighting Contest for area homes.