Thousands across Chautauqua County experienced a once in a lifetime eclipse, albeit through cloudy skies, Monday. Chautauqua County was in the path of totality for New York's first solar eclipse since 1925. Many people from outside states came … [Read more...]
Once In A Lifetime Solar Eclipse Crosses WNY Today
Western New York will experience totality today as the Great American Solar Eclipse darkens the sky this afternoon. The last time our region experienced such a phenomenon was in 1925, making this upcoming celestial display an unprecedented … [Read more...]
County, State Offer Safety Tips For Solar Eclipse
The Chautauqua County Health Department urges residents to use extreme caution while viewing the eclipse. In order to prevent severe eye injury, residents are encouraged to be prepared with proper eclipse viewing glasses. Spectators can prevent … [Read more...]
Many Businesses, Organizations Holding Solar Eclipse Events
Many organizations and businesses are holding events today as part of the solar eclipse. The Jamestown Airport 's "Fly-by-Night" event continues today, starting at 7:00 a.m. with a pancake breakfast. Dozens of vendors, including food trucks, … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – March 28, 2024
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel discusses the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, how the Freshwater Wetlands Act affects Chautauqua Lake, and more. … [Read more...]
Wegmans To Close For Half Hour During Solar Eclipse
Wegmans will close 48 stores for a half hour on April 8 so employees can view the total solar eclipse. All of the stores, stretching from Erie, Pennsylvania to Syracuse are in the path of totality. The shutdown will last from 3:00 to 3:30 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua County Solar Eclipse Press Conf – March 21, 2024
Chautauqua County officials held a press conference on Monday, March 11, 2024 to discuss the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 and the distribution of free solar eclipse glasses. … [Read more...]
County Offices To Close at Noon On April 8 For Solar Eclipse
Chautauqua County Government offices will close at noon on Monday, April 8 in anticipation of the solar eclipse. While all offices and services will close at noon, emergency and essential services will remain open. All county offices will reopen … [Read more...]
Free Solar Eclipse Glasses Now Available in Chautauqua County
Chautauqua County officials have announced that free Solar Eclipse glasses are now available for distribution. In November, the County Legislature approved using $50,000 of the county's 3% occupancy tax reserves to purchase around 66,000 glasses … [Read more...]
Ellicott Looking At Short-Term Rental Regulations
The town of Ellicott is looking at possible regulations around short-term rentals like Airbnbs. Town Attorney Marilyn Fiore-Lehman said she has been working with the village of Lakewood on the issue and had the draft of what the village is … [Read more...]
