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County Housing Market Jumps In 2012
Monday, February 18th, 2013 at 10:51am. 226 Views, 0 Comments.
February 17, 2013
By Dennis Phillips (dphillips@post-journal.com) , The Post-Journal
A rise in confidence is one way to explain why there are more houses for sale in Chautauqua County.
According to the New York State Association of Realtors, 1,170 houses were for sale in the county at the end of 2012. That was a 46.6 percent increase when compared to 2011. The increase represents the largest of any county in the state. Delaware County at a 27.2 percent rise followed Chautauqua County.
Jan Murray, Chautauqua County Board of Realtors executive officer, said the increase in the number of houses for sale shows that people in the county are confident the house will get bought.
"People are getting more confidence…
8th Annual Doors Open Jamestown - 1/19/13
Friday, January 18th, 2013 at 10:22am. 126 Views, 0 Comments.
| Doors Open Jamestown Saturday, January 19, 2013, 10am – 4:30pm |
Jamestown's Museums invite you to treat yourself, your family and your friends to the 8th Annual Doors Open Jamestown, a FREE day at your local museums and attractions. History, art, nature and comedy - all are open for you. Local restaurants and retail shops will also be offering discounts - spend the day discovering Jamestown! Participating Venues: |
State Snowmobile Association Ready For 2012-13 Season
Wednesday, December 19th, 2012 at 10:22am. 252 Views, 0 Comments.
December 19, 2012
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The New York State Snowmobile Association is reminding snowmobilers that local trails are not considered officially open until a local club has inspected and cleared trails for the 2012-13 season.
Although the snowmobile season won't begin until after the hunting season ends in late December, association members are encouraging all snowmobilers to use the time to join their local clubs and register their sled.
"Our recent economic impact study shows that our sport contributes $868 million to the state economy," said Dominic Jacangelo, association executive director. "We work with local municipalities and landowners to provide riding options for our members…
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce News
Monday, December 17th, 2012 at 2:29pm. 195 Views, 0 Comments.
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Happy Housewarming from Habitat for Humanity
Monday, December 10th, 2012 at 3:11pm. 197 Views, 0 Comments.
Habitat For Humanity Dedicates Mayville Home
December 10, 2012
MAYVILLE - An area family finally has the home they've always wanted.
On Sunday, the Chautauqua Area Habitat for Humanity dedicated a new home for the Webb family of Mayville. After 18 months of work by both the family and volunteers, the new home was finally ready for the Webbs to call it their own.
"We've spent over 4,400 man hours in building this home," said Mike Ricketts, Mid-County Habitat for Humanity chairman. "The dedication of a Habitat home marks the end of hours and hours of giving on the part of our volunteers to help a deserving family realize the dream of owning their own home. It is a time to celebrate and a time…
Holiday On The Hill Gift Show To Be Held Friday
Wednesday, November 14th, 2012 at 12:10pm. 293 Views, 0 Comments.
November 14, 2012
The Holiday on the Hill gift show will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Girl Scouts Council Office, 2661 Horton Road, Jamestown.
The show is a boutique-style fine arts and crafts show. For the first four years, the show was sponsored by the Girl Scouts, but is now organized and run by a small volunteer committee. The group rents the building on Horton Hill and provides most of the display pieces and all other necessities for the event. Each year, after taking care of expenses, the committee donates the proceeds to a local not-for-profit organization.
This year, the group is making a donation to Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA volunteers are…
Chautauqua County November Activities
Wednesday, October 31st, 2012 at 1:43pm. 147 Views, 0 Comments.
Harvest Wine Weekends
Lake Erie Wine Country, November 2-4 & 9-11, 2012
Take a tour of Lake Erie Wine Country during the annual Harvest Wine Weekends, November 2-4 and 9-11. Guests will savor delicious fall foods prepared with local ingredients and paired with select wines at each of 23 wineries. Tickets are on sale for $35 per person and may be purchased online at Lake Erie Wine Country or by calling (877) 326-6561. There are just a few tickets left for the first weekend. Try the second weekend for more availability. While you are here, be on the lookout for the Visit Visa, a great gift idea for the holidays. This coupon booklet provides generous…
Senecas Look To Act On Outlet Mall Plans in Chautauqua County
Friday, October 26th, 2012 at 10:15am. 143 Views, 0 Comments.
October 26, 2012
HANOVER - Hundreds of jobs could be coming to the area.
Seneca Nation of Indians leaders, acting on a retail feasibility study completed this summer, are considering the next phase of plans that could lead to a 400,000-square-foot outlet mall on a 108-acre site just off Exit 58 of the state Thruway. The parcel of land is located just off the Nation's territory.
If the project continues forward, it is expected to create an estimated 250 construction jobs and 750 full- and part-time jobs when fully built.
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A “bean field” in the town of Hanover, the site of a proposed 400,000-square-foot outlet mall just off Exit 58 of the state Thruway, is pictured.
The retail…
Real Estate Advantage Associate Broker, Roberta Thompson To Be Honored
Friday, October 26th, 2012 at 9:14am. 120 Views, 0 Comments.
Camp Onyahsa Plans Annual Dinner Dance
October 26, 2012
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YMCA Camp Onyahsa will host its 11th annual dinner dance fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 20.
The event will feature dinner, an auction and live music in honor of the YMCA's recipient of the Lifetime for service award. The event begins at 6 p.m. with hors d'oeuvres and a cocktail hour in the camp's restored 1938 Darrah Hultquist Dining Hall, located on the shore of Chautauqua Lake in Dewittville.
The event will celebrate the camp's mission and its goal to foster excellence in youth development through quality camp experiences. It will also honor Roberta Thompson as recipient of the YMCA's 2012 Paul B. Sullivan Lifetime Service Award. The…
Votes Move Chautauqua Forward
Thursday, October 25th, 2012 at 12:39pm. 114 Views, 0 Comments.
Votes Move County Forward
Lawmakers Lower Tax Rate In 2013 Budget
October 25, 2012
MAYVILLE - The County Legislature on Wednesday passed its 2013 budget. The spending plan reflects a minor increase in the county tax levy, but a decrease in the county tax rate.
"We won some, we lost some," said legislature Majority Leader Larry Barmore, R-Gerry, after the three-hour budget meeting in Mayville.
Added Minority Leader Lori Cornell, D-Jamestown: "I'm the proud the legislature came together to offer a tax cut to taxpayers of Chautauqua County."
Numerous amendments were proposed during Wednesday night's meeting, most of which sought an increase in anticipated revenue next year.
Legislator …
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