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November 26, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Happy Holidays Jamestown High School Class of 1950

The Jamestown High School Class of 1950 continues to support their scholarship and embrace the class motto they adopted nearly 70 years ago: “Benefit yourself by helping others. Are we proud? Indeed, we are!” Over the past 17 years, the … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays Jamestown High School Class of 1950

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Jamestown High School Class of 1950

November 18, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Investing in the Future Skills of Local Students

Vocational Scholarships This year, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation will award over $1 million dollars in scholarships to area students furthering their education. Through the gracious support of its donors, the Foundation administers … [Read more...] about Investing in the Future Skills of Local Students

Filed Under: CRCF News, Uncategorized Tagged With: 40 Stories, Scholarships, Vocational

November 13, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Babette “Babs” Cecchini

Babette “Babs” Cecchini, of Warren, PA, died Friday morning, November 9, 2018 at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home of Warren, PA. She was born in Eastern Pennsylvania to the late Bernard C. and Babette Buckler Kaiser. Before becoming a member … [Read more...] about Babette “Babs” Cecchini

Filed Under: Memorials

November 11, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

One’s Service Is Never Done, Local Veterans Continue to Give Back

Today is a day to celebrate the service of our U.S. military veterans offering them our respect and admiration for the sacrifices that afford us the freedoms we enjoy throughout the year. Over this holiday weekend local agencies, dignitaries and … [Read more...] about One’s Service Is Never Done, Local Veterans Continue to Give Back

Filed Under: CRCF News Tagged With: United Veterans Council, Veterans Endowment Fund, Veterans of Modern Warfare

November 1, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

George T. “Tom” Kestler

George T. “Tom” Kestler, 69, of Watts Flat, N.Y., died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018, at his home. Calls may be made Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Watts Flat United Methodist Church, Blockville Watts Flats Road, Ashville, NY … [Read more...] about George T. “Tom” Kestler

Filed Under: Memorials

October 30, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Eugene J. Schauman

Eugene J. Schauman, 91, of the Frewsburg Rest Home, formerly of Townline Road, Jamestown passed away Saturday (Oct. 20, 2018) in Heritage Green Rehab & Skilled Nursing Home. He was born May 26, 1927, in Dearborn, Mich., the son of the late … [Read more...] about Eugene J. Schauman

Filed Under: Memorials

October 28, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Vivian A. Taylor Jr.

The community has lost one of its greatest public servants, but will honor the life and accomplishments of Vivian A. Taylor Jr. The Lord called him home on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, at UPMC Chautauqua. By God’s love and grace, he is now reunited with … [Read more...] about Vivian A. Taylor Jr.

Filed Under: Memorials

October 21, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

The Beat Goes On, Infinity Instills a Love of Music in Students

The name Steve Davis is synonymous with the word music in our community. A name that has headlined countless venues around our region, Davis is known for his soulful notes on the keys and steady beats on the drums. Davis can be found performing … [Read more...] about The Beat Goes On, Infinity Instills a Love of Music in Students

Filed Under: CRCF News, Uncategorized Tagged With: 40 Stories, Infinity Visual and Performing Arts

October 18, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Community Reception to Welcome JCC President, Dr. Daniel DeMarte

A community reception for Jamestown Community College’s new president, Daniel DeMarte, will be held on Wednesday November 7 from 4-5pm at the Robert H. Jackson Center. The evening will feature a brief meet and greet followed by an interview … [Read more...] about Community Reception to Welcome JCC President, Dr. Daniel DeMarte

Filed Under: CRCF News, Events Tagged With: Daniel DeMarte, Jamestown Community College, Meeting of the Minds

October 14, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

A TEAM Effort, Invested in the Success of Teen Mothers

Michelle Cobbe has been busy with the hustle and bustle of a new school year; getting to know new students, checking in with returning ones and planning classroom activities. However, contrary to what you might think Cobbe is not a teacher. Cobbe is … [Read more...] about A TEAM Effort, Invested in the Success of Teen Mothers

Filed Under: CRCF News Tagged With: Jamestown Community Learning Council, Jamestown Public School, TEAM Program

September 30, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Hinderleider Serves Up a Hat-Trick for Northwest Arena

For Craig Hinderleider a passion for ice hockey in his childhood turned into a career path. Hinderleider grew up playing hockey at the Allen Park Ice Rink for the Jamestown Lakers starting at the age of 8 years old and continuing through high … [Read more...] about Hinderleider Serves Up a Hat-Trick for Northwest Arena

Filed Under: CRCF News Tagged With: 40 Stories, Northwest Arena

September 24, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Family Establishes the Owen J. Miller Memorial Scholarship Fund

Tragedy struck the Miller family on September 6th with the unexpected loss of their son Owen. Owen was entering 8th grade at Chautauqua Lake Central School. Like many other 13-year-old boys he loved playing video games, sports and building … [Read more...] about Family Establishes the Owen J. Miller Memorial Scholarship Fund

Filed Under: CRCF News Tagged With: Chautauqua Lake Central School, Owen J Miller

September 19, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Fight For Seeley Scholarship Fund Established

A sheriff’s deputy, EMT and volunteer firefighter, Michael Seeley lived his life to serve and help others in any way that he could. Honoring Seeley’s service to the community and commitment to others, his family and friends have established the … [Read more...] about Fight For Seeley Scholarship Fund Established

Filed Under: CRCF News Tagged With: Fight For Seeley, MIchael Seeley

May 18, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

A Natural Spark

Four dedicated naturalists at the Audubon Community Nature Center have made it their mission to spark curiosity of the natural world in the lives of local school age children. This year, Jeff Tome, Sarah Hatfield, Katie Finch, Margaret Foley and a … [Read more...] about A Natural Spark

Filed Under: CRCF News

March 19, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Invest in Education and Community

Since 2002, the Chautauqua Educational Opportunity (CEO) Scholarship at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation has provided nearly $230,000 in scholarship awards to more than 150 students from our community. The CEO scholarship program was … [Read more...] about Invest in Education and Community

Filed Under: CRCF News

March 5, 2018 By Elizabeth Jones

Coaching the Community

Workforce Development Coordinator, Joalexis Martir is invested in the success of each work experience participant at Community Helping Hands. As one of the largest sites local agencies refer clients to for work experience, Community Helping Hands … [Read more...] about Coaching the Community

Filed Under: CRCF News

June 2, 2017 By Elizabeth Jones

James E. “Jim” Henning

James E. (Jim) Henning, age 83, of Harborcreek, Pa., passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2017, at UPMC Hamot Hospital in Erie, Pa. Jim was born May 7, 1934 in Wheeling, W.V., to parents Floyd Edward Henning and Elizabeth (Bebout) Henning. Jim lived in … [Read more...] about James E. “Jim” Henning

Filed Under: Memorials Tagged With: Chautauqua County Special Olympics, Memorials

May 20, 2017 By Elizabeth Jones

Gordon W. Black

Gordon W. Black, 86, a lifelong Jamestown resident, passed away May 16, 2017. Born Nov. 13, 1930, to the late Warner W. and Gerda Andressen Black, he graduated from Jamestown High School in 1948. Gordie was active in baseball and the Braw Caddie … [Read more...] about Gordon W. Black

Filed Under: Memorials Tagged With: Gordon Black, Memorials

April 19, 2017 By Elizabeth Jones

Sam A. Caruso

Sam A. Caruso, 87, of 491 Fairmount Ave. passed away at 1:57 p.m. Monday, April 17, 2017, in the Heritage Park Rehab and Skilled Nursing Facility. A lifelong area resident, he was born Jan. 7, 1930, in Jamestown, N.Y., a son of the late Vincent … [Read more...] about Sam A. Caruso

Filed Under: Memorials Tagged With: Memorials

April 6, 2017 By Elizabeth Jones

1989 Annual Report: The Essence of Chautauqua Region as Seen Through the Lens of Dick Hallberg

Earlier this week Richard “Dick” Hallberg longtime photographer at The Post Journal passed away. In an article published in Wednesday’s paper "An Eye for Art" several of his former colleagues reminisced about working with Hallberg and his talent as a … [Read more...] about 1989 Annual Report: The Essence of Chautauqua Region as Seen Through the Lens of Dick Hallberg

Filed Under: CRCF News Tagged With: annual report, Dick Hallberg, Memorial

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