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Leaders from the Coalition of Chautauqua County Women and Girls during the Women's Summit event at Moon Brook Country Club on April 4. Recently, Chautauqua County joined communities across the country in launching its own women’s fund at the … [Read more...] about Changing Her Story

Since the Revolutionary War, Chautauqua County has been home to thousands of men and women serving in the United States military. Recently, a group of residents from the Village of Mayville and Town of Chautauqua formed The Chautauqua County … [Read more...] about CRCF Pays Tribute to Hometown Heroes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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