Regional Carol Fisher-Linn Regional Carol Fisher-Linn

Foster Care

It’s real. It’s a part of life. It can be challenging, but It’s also rewarding. Today, in Cattaraugus County, 41 kids live in foster care. Is fostering a child something you have ever considered?

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Regional No-Author Regional No-Author

Hi-Y Farm Expands

This year, Hi-Y Farm Hemp, who has been a local, licensed hemp grower since 2017, will expand to include hemp building services under a new arm of operation: Hi-Y Hemp Building Company. 

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Regional No-Author Regional No-Author

Squirrel Appreciation Day

It’s that time of year! The calendar has rolled around to January and here at the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, we will recognize Saturday, January 21, 2023 as National Squirrel Appreciation Day. 

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Regional No-Author Regional No-Author

CRCF Director Retiring

The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation (CRCF) board of directors has announced that long-time Executive Director Karen Niemic Buchheit plans to retire September 1.

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Health & Fitness Kim Duke, Certified Personal Trainer Health & Fitness Kim Duke, Certified Personal Trainer

Tempo Training… Slow Down

One of the many things I stress as a professional personal trainer is the speed or tempo at which you perform an exercise. Very often I need to tell clients to slow down, stop jerking and to feel the movement.

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Health & Fitness Laura Widger, LCSW Health & Fitness Laura Widger, LCSW

New Year, New You… Now What?

As the excitement, buzz, and movement towards personal growth, prosperity, and wellness gains momentum this month, let us just remember patience and compassion within. Americans often approach the New Year with enthusiasm, motivation, and energy.

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Local Brenda Perks Local Brenda Perks

A Year in Review

2022 was full of activity that made quite an impact on so many living and working in our corner of WNY. As we close out the year, let’s reflect on just a few of the great accomplishments, additions and positive outcomes that certainly deserve recognition.

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Local Mary Heyl Local Mary Heyl

Smoke and Savor

For some it’s a relaxing treat to enjoy every now and then. For others, it’s a lifestyle - something to savor at the end of a long day. Still, for some it’s a great night out with friends, enjoyed best after a delicious meal or with a drink or two.

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