From a young age, Gail Donus’ parents instilled in her a love of animals. Although, in particular, it was Donus’ father who passed on his love of cats. “Back in (my father’s) day, it was probably ‘unmanly’ to be fond of kittens,” she said. “But … [Read more...] about Gail Donus and the Humane Society
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CRCF and YOU!
The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s Board of Directors recently approved the final designated grant awards for 2019. With this approval, the total number of money awarded in 2019 from these funds reached an all-time high of … [Read more...] about CRCF and YOU!
Roland Swanson and the Town of Poland
A proud Swede and former U.S. Navy SEABEE, Roland Swanson also took pride in his community. Although he was born and raised in Jamestown, it was the home he created with his wife, Doris, near Kennedy that led to his moniker, Roland from Poland. … [Read more...] about Roland Swanson and the Town of Poland
Archie and Elaine Winton and the 4-H Dairy Program
Archie and Elaine Winton knew everything about the dairy industry and they enjoyed sharing that knowledge with others throughout their community. The couple, who married in 1955, both came from a long line of dairy farmers and, together, owned and … [Read more...] about Archie and Elaine Winton and the 4-H Dairy Program
Dan Feather and Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Academy
Sometimes, a person’s passion leads them down a professional path. According to those who knew him, Dan Feather was a person you liked to have around. He was always concerned for others and was ready to teach or help someone in need. … [Read more...] about Dan Feather and Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Academy
The Miller Family and St. Susan Center
When Keith Miller’s son, Steven, died of cancer at the age of 41, he looked for a way to honor his memory and give back to their community. A graduate of Panama Central School, Steven attended Jamestown Community College and the University of … [Read more...] about The Miller Family and St. Susan Center
The Sundells and the Environment
After a chance meeting at Chautauqua Institution during the summer of 1955, Robert and Patricia (Adams) Sundell dated long distance while finishing college and married two years later. They spent their first few years of marriage in Michigan, … [Read more...] about The Sundells and the Environment
Francis “Mac” McCoy and OFA
For 10 years, Francis McCoy served as director for the Chautauqua County Office for the Aging, although to his colleagues and clients, he was simply Mac. Following his service as director, Mac continued working on behalf of seniors as a New York … [Read more...] about Francis “Mac” McCoy and OFA
Karl Peterson and First Lutheran Church
Karl Peterson’s legacy throughout the Jamestown community has been widely noticed by the manufacturing community and through his service as a member of the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities. However, many people today would not know the side of him … [Read more...] about Karl Peterson and First Lutheran Church
Katie Rexford and Special Olympics
As a special education teacher, Katie Campbell Rexford understood the importance of celebrating the accomplishments of her students. When she was killed by a drunk driver in 1985 on her way home from a family wedding, her parents looked for a … [Read more...] about Katie Rexford and Special Olympics
Chi Sigma Chi and the Boys and Girls Club
For nearly 50 years, the Nu Nu Chapter of the Chi Sigma Chi Fraternity at Jamestown High School provided male students developmental, social and leadership opportunities. Although the fraternity hosted many events from 1926-1975, such as … [Read more...] about Chi Sigma Chi and the Boys and Girls Club
Joanne Nelson and the Girl Scouts of WNY
The first time Joanne Nelson recited the Girl Scout Law, she pledged to do her best to be friendly and caring, courageous and strong, to make the world a better place, and to be a sister to every Girl Scout. More than 50 years later, Nelson is … [Read more...] about Joanne Nelson and the Girl Scouts of WNY
