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09/24/2025

🎨🎶 Coming September 29: The Music & Arts Edition of the Chautauqua Gazette! 🎶🎨
We’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant creative community that makes our region sing!

💥 Know a local artist, band, theater, music venue, gallery, or arts organization that deserves some love?
Drop their name in the comments and tag them so we can check them out!

09/15/2025

✨ The September 15 edition of the Chautauqua Gazette is here! ✨

Now available at 300 vendor locations across Chautauqua County, this issue’s theme is “Mums the Word.” 🌼

A special thank you to Editor-in-Chief Katrina Fuller for another outstanding cover story, and to Contributing Writer Paul Leone for the beautiful sonnet featured on the cover, along with many other talented writers throughout our community who contributed to this edition!

📖 Inside this issue, you’ll find:
🍂 Fall festivals and seasonal events
🌸 Where to buy gorgeous mums locally
📰 The latest news from around the county

Pick up your free copy today or read the full edition online at 👉 chqgazette.com

09/02/2025

📣 The September 1st Labor Day edition of the Chautauqua Gazette is out now and available on stands across Chautauqua County! 📰✨

A special thank you to Contributing Editor Katrina Fuller for her feature “Time Honored Tradition” covering Erica Ericson, recipient of the George Ritzer Memorial Award. 👏 And to Jordan Nicholson for his article “Salute to Labor." Both stories are proudly featured on our front cover.

Inside this edition, you’ll also find:
🎆 Details on the upcoming Red, White, and Blue Festival in Fredonia
🤝 Networking opportunities with the CHQ Professionals Group
💃 Highlights of the upcoming Jamestown Dance Festival
🥕 A full guide to local farmers markets (page 25!)..and so much more community news and happenings!

We hope everyone enjoyed a safe and happy Labor Day weekend! 💙❤️ Let’s continue to celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of so many amazing residents who make Chautauqua County strong.

👉 Pick up your free copy today and stay connected with all that’s going on around our county, or browse a digital copy on chqgazette.com!

08/25/2025

📚✨ The Back-to-School Edition is HERE! ✨📚

The Chautauqua Gazette’s August 25th edition is now on stands across the county and it’s one for the books!

A huge thank-you to our featured writers:
✏️ Jenny McPherson, Library Media Specialist at Chautauqua Lake Central School, for her inspiring cover story “New Year. Fresh Chapter.”
✏️ Carol Hay, lifelong educator, for her thoughtful piece “Our Shared Passion for Education.”

Inside this edition, you’ll also find:
🍎 Back-to-school coverage across the many districts in Chautauqua County
📖 “What’s New for School in New York State” – thanks to our Gazette Research Team
🧩 Fun school-themed trivia on page 15
🎉 PLUS: A lineup of can’t-miss events, including the Westfield Grape & Wine Festival, Fredonia’s Red White & Blue Street Party, the Jamestown Dance Festival, the Annual Art Trail, and much, much more!

👉 Grab your FREE copy today at local vendors or read it online at www.chqgazette.com.

We’re your definitive news source for everything happening in Chautauqua County, from the first day of school to the biggest community celebrations.l

08/05/2025

Another week, another edition! And this week, boy, are we all in for a treat. Let's roll out the red carpet for "A Celebration of Comedy’s Hometown", our very special edition released in anticipation of the upcoming Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, hosted by our town's very own National Comedy Center!

🔥 Our cover story, courtesy of the Comedy Center, features none other than Jon Stewart, Bill Murray, and the SNL stars headlining and performing at this year’s festival, plus a sneak peek at the 50+ must-see events happening August 7–10 in Jamestown, NY. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this!

📝 Also, don’t miss Jordan Nicholson’s powerful piece, “The Great American Invention: Laughter as an Act of Hope.” Special thanks to him for his excellent piece!

📅 Planning to attend the festival? Be sure to check out the full Lucille Ball Comedy Festival event directory on pages 16 & 17.

Pick up your free copy at 300 local spots or read online at www.chqgazette.com.

Let the laughter begin! 😂🎤

08/01/2025

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07/28/2025

📰 Hot Off the Press! The July 28 edition of The Chautauqua Gazette is out now and stocked at 250+ locations across Chautauqua County!

This week’s Community Showcase Series heads to Gerry and Ellington. 🚜🌾

📍 Don’t miss our cover story by contributing editor Katrina Fuller:
“Gerry and Ellington: Ride into August with Tradition, Grit, and a Touch of the Unexpected”

📖 Plus, featured writer Paul Cooley takes us on a journey through “Our Proud History," a powerful reflection on the heart of our region.

☀️ From local events to stories, this week's issue is packed with everything you need to stay connected this summer.

📬 Grab your copy today or read online at www.chqgazette.com!

07/23/2025

A huge shout out to Michelle Turner, lead organizer, working so hard on behalf of the bustling Lakewood business community to bring great events like this to our region. Mark your calendars for this coming weekend!!! You do not want to miss the "Bob Seger Experience"!

07/21/2025

📣 Hot Off the Press – July 21 Edition!
This week’s Chautauqua Gazette Community Showcase Series shines a spotlight on the beautiful town of Sherman, NY.

👏 A big thank you to contributing writer Katrina Fuller for the heartwarming cover story and to Mayor Colleen Meeder for her piece.

🍽️ Explore Sherman’s local gems like the historic Sherman Hotel and the beloved Yorker Museum (featured on page 7!)

🎉 Mark your calendars: Sherman Days returns August 1–3 with live music, a car cruise-in, BBQ chicken, ax throwing, volleyball, and tons of vendors. You won’t want to miss it!

📍Pick up your free copy today and help us celebrate this charming corner of Chautauqua County.

www.chautauquagazette.com

07/15/2025

🎪 Small Town, Big Summer Fun! 🎪

This week’s Chautauqua Gazette shines the spotlight on Panama, a small but mighty community with so much to offer! Don’t miss the Wild America Nature Festival at Panama Rocks Scenic Park, and many other happenings in Panama this season.

Plus, summer is in full swing across Chautauqua County! From the Chautauqua County Antique Festival to the Chautauqua County Fair to Ashville Days to the Scandanavian Festival and the Laurel Run, there’s something for everyone.

📰 Check out the July 14th edition for all the must-see events and local stories!

https://www.chqgazette.com/

05/19/2025

Another Monday, another fabulous edition! 🎉📰 Make sure to scoop up your free copy before they fly off the stands! 🏃‍♂️💨

Special thanks to our featured writers ✍️ John Brantingham and Infinity Visual and Performing Arts 🎭🎨 for their incredible contributions to our Arts and Education edition! 🙌📚

And don’t forget, the countywide school board elections are TOMORROW! 🗳️🏫 Go out and VOTE! ✅

https://www.chqgazette.com/PDF/CG5-19-25.pdf

05/12/2025

The sun is shining, the temps are rising, and our beautiful local lakes are calling your name! ☀️🚣‍♂️🎣

Pick up the latest copy of the Chautauqua Gazette to explore this week’s lake-themed edition packed with stories and tips about our favorite waterfront spots. Whether you're planning a picnic, casting a line, or just soaking up the scenery, our lakes have something for everyone!

Don’t miss out, grab your copy today and get ready to make a splash this season! 💦

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