For those who don’t know, tucked away just outside of Salamanca, NY is a Western New York gem called Allegany State Park. With approximately 65,000 acres of land, three lakes and an abundance of wildlife, it’s a fantastic way to spend time in the great outdoors.

In the wake of social activist movements rising to prominence with exponential growth and in support and awareness flooding the past two decades, it’s an undeniable observation to say that such movements have made a large impact on greater society.

Pete Lisi, owner of Rick’s Golf World in Olean, NY, sets himself apart by harnessing a passion for the sport with an unmatched level of in-store service. We recently caught up with Pete to talk golf.

In 1882 General Thomas Kane, a Philadelphia lawyer, decorated American Civil War Veteran, and president of the New York, Lake Erie and Western Railroad and Coal Company, needed a bridge. And it was a bridge unlike the world had ever seen.

Nine agencies recently received grants - together totaling $9,000 - from the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation’s Community Fund for special projects and programs.

This year’s 30th annual Taste of Olean is co-sponsored by the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, its 44 Corporate Sponsors, and National Grid Co. It’s a festival filled with great food and entertainment. Admission to the event is free. Pay as you eat!

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce has coordinated efforts to get more people out on the Allegheny River and then have some food once they are finished! 

Gooseneck Hill Waterfowl Sanctuary is opening its doors to the public! See over 750 ducks, geese and swans from all over the world, including two on the endangered list.

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce’s Golf Committee met this past March to discuss its annual golf tournament and is excited to move forward with its 8th annual Chamber Golf Classic on Monday, July 12, 2021.

Whether you're looking for a quick game of 9 holes or a more relaxed full day of 18, you will find it in Cattaraugus County. Not a golfer or want to take a break? Your group will be gratified with the many extra activities you will encounter.

The Allegheny National Forest is a premier outdoor destination. During summer, it’s a lush green forestland with hiking and biking trails, boat launches, fishing, a marina, and 15 campgrounds with over 1,000 camping sites.

Since 2006, Evergreen Park in Kane, PA has come alive with activity during the last weekend of June. This year, 40 artists in all mediums from the tri-state area will set up for the return of one of the most anticipated juried art shows in McKean County.

The Tri-County Arts Council is honored to exhibit the exquisite neo-traditional Native American pottery, sculpture and paintings of Peter and Mike Jones. Their exhibit, Yadahta:wak Hihšönya:nö’ (Father & Son - They Make Things) is running now through Saturday, July 24th.

All across our nation, vets need our support now more than ever. Driving down Route 219 recently in Great Valley, ellicottvilleNOW spotted a sure sign of that giving spirit in our area.

A group of local organizers, working in collaboration with the nonprofit Remote Area Medical recently established the RAM Fund of Cattaraugus County to bring a free pop-up clinic back to Catt. County.

The Olean Sports and Social Group and the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to present the first of many TACO the TOWN CRAWL events.   It is a fundraiser to raise money for not one but two service dogs through the WNY Heroes / Pawsitive for Heroes.

Great news! COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted but caution and common sense is still a good way to proceed.  Kayak weather has begun!  

As the entire world enters into a ‘new’ normal, Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is presenting a new option for this year’s Home Show – the Home Show Palooza!

Directions in Independent Living is seeking visual artwork portraying the joy and exuberance of athletic ability by artists with disabilities for an art competition which runs through June 11th.

One of the more interesting things about life is knowing that you really never know what’s going to happen next. As a result sometimes you will find yourself in situations that, for better or for worse, you never in a hundred years expected to be in.