When Bradley Proctor passed away in July at the age of 59, his family looked for a way to honor his memory while supporting the sport he loved. Recently, they established The Bradley A. Proctor Memorial Wrestling Scholarship Fund at the … [Read more...] about JHS Wrestling Scholarship Created in Memory of Proctor
A Storied Past, An Inspired Future
This is the final installment of our 40 For 40 series commemorating the Foundation’s 40th anniversary. To read all of the stories from throughout the year, click here. What if you could do something to change the future? Impact the lives of … [Read more...] about A Storied Past, An Inspired Future
Donald West King
Donald W. King died peacefully at home on Oct. 28, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dr. Mary Elizabeth King; his three children: Donald W. King lll, Katherine A. King and David L. King and six grandchildren: Juliette, Jessica, … [Read more...] about Donald West King
Giving Back
When Sam and Ann Dominick moved to Jamestown in 1952, they had no idea the legacy they would help create. With their three children, Carl, Carol and Josephine, in tow, Sam purchased Jamestown Roofing, Inc., and was determined to create a … [Read more...] about Giving Back
The McLaughlin Family
Since 2007, the Randolph community has benefitted from the foresight of John McLaughlin and his family. Born and raised in Randolph, McLaughlin graduated from Randolph Central School in 1932. During World War II, he was employed by the Defense … [Read more...] about The McLaughlin Family
Believing in Others
Paying it forward has always been a lesson Gary Lynn followed. In 1967, he graduated from Frewsburg High School with a “C” average. He was surprised to learn that upon graduation, he had been one of two students selected to receive a scholarship … [Read more...] about Believing in Others
Tom Erlandson Receives the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award
During a reception on October 12 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation presented Tom Erlandson, of Frewsburg, with its John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. A graduate of Jamestown High School and Jamestown … [Read more...] about Tom Erlandson Receives the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award
All Good Things Don’t Have Come To an End
Jamestown Sertoma Club Creates Endowment Fund Recently, members of the Jamestown Sertoma Club approached the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation to find a way to continue the Jamestown Sertoma Club’s name and mission, as they look to retire the … [Read more...] about All Good Things Don’t Have Come To an End
Continuing Education
As the president of the Zonta Club in Jamestown in 1947 and again in 1954, Anne Crowe understood how important it was to empower women through service and advocacy. In her professional life, Crowe was a successful banker and department store … [Read more...] about Continuing Education
Promoting Animal Welfare
When a neighbor brought an abandoned Seal Point Siamese kitten to the home of Amy Choboy and Pamela Rossotto, it was love at first sight. For years, Choboy and Rossotto have been attentive in the local feral cat population, providing medical … [Read more...] about Promoting Animal Welfare
A Man of His Word
In the four years since Rev. Luke Fodor joined St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Jamestown, he has embraced more than just his congregation, reaching out and inspiring change throughout the community. “Coming to Jamestown and serving a vital, … [Read more...] about A Man of His Word
Making History, Her Story
For Cristie Herbst, history isn’t just a passion; it’s a part of who she is. As The Post-Journal’s first female editor, Herbst has cemented herself in local history, although that was never her intention. “I never set out to be the first … [Read more...] about Making History, Her Story
Erlandson to Receive 2018 JDH Award
On October 12 at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron, Thomas A. Erlandson, of Frewsburg, will be presented the 2018 John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. A graduate of Jamestown High School and Jamestown Community College, Thomas earned a … [Read more...] about Erlandson to Receive 2018 JDH Award
MHA Opens Door to Recovery
Kia Briggs and Steven Cobb are helping to open the door to recovery. As the executive director and associate director of the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, both have witnessed firsthand the power community support plays into one’s … [Read more...] about MHA Opens Door to Recovery
Race for a Cause
On July 28, 162 runners and walkers laced up for the fifth annual Darren Manzella-Lapeira Memorial Run in Brocton. A United States Army veteran, Manzella-Laperia served as a medic for two tours of duty overseas during the Iraq War. Upon completing … [Read more...] about Race for a Cause
Like Father, Like Son
When Karl Peterson founded the Crescent Tool Company in 1907, he had no idea the legacy he was creating for his family and others throughout the Chautauqua region. When Karl passed away in 1933, his only son, Marvin quickly took over his father’s … [Read more...] about Like Father, Like Son
The Music Makers
Ebba Goranson and her brother, Arthur, had a vision to bring music into Jamestown High School. In 1924, they created the A Capella Choir, Orchestra and Band programs. For years, their time and talents to their students, serving as music directors … [Read more...] about The Music Makers
Benson’s Legacy Supports Youth Sports
The City of Jamestown and baseball go together like peanut butter and jelly, hot dogs and ketchup, or Robert Benson and sports. In addition to being a stand out basketball player at Falconer High School, and in the U.S. Army Air Corps, Benson … [Read more...] about Benson’s Legacy Supports Youth Sports
Roland “Rollie” DiMaio
Roland “Rollie” DiMaio, 84, of Jamestown and New Port Richey, Fla., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, in New Port Richey while wintering in Florida. A lifelong area resident, he was born Feb 6, 1934, in Jamestown, N.Y., a son of the late … [Read more...] about Roland “Rollie” DiMaio
Funny Business
Brandon Caruso heads into work every day to take care of other people’s funny business. For the 23-year-old Falconer native, his path to become Guest Experience Researcher and Developer with the National Comedy Center started with a lecture by … [Read more...] about Funny Business
