With a song in his heart and music in his bones, Richard Leeper enjoyed sharing his talents with his community. “One of the things he used to say to me,” Leeper’s wife, Kathy, said “was that ‘music is a feel thing.’ He (Richie) never took any … [Read more...] about Southern Tier Kidney Association Honors Long-Time Friend
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2013 Axel W. Carlson Award Winner
2013 Axel W. Carlson "Unsung Hero" Award Winner - Brenda Cole Using her volunteer spirit, Brenda Cole has permanently sewn herself into the fabric of the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. On Friday afternoon, Cole was presented the 2013 Axel … [Read more...] about 2013 Axel W. Carlson Award Winner
2012 Recipent Norm Merrill
A man often behind the scenes on opening night stole the show Friday. Norman Merrill, of Jamestown, was awarded the 2012 Axel W. Carlson Award by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. Merrill accepted the award in front of 250 family … [Read more...] about 2012 Recipent Norm Merrill
Hazel L. Porter – “Unsung Hero”
By Rose S. Prinzi On Friday, June 27th, Hazel L. Porter, her family and friends gathered at the Juliet Rosch Activities Center for a very special occasion. Mrs. Porter was being recognized by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation as the … [Read more...] about Hazel L. Porter – “Unsung Hero”
Welcoming Area Students Home
By Jared Lindell Chautauqua County has plenty to offer young and old alike. For those who have left the area only to come back, this is certainly evident. However, there are still many students who leave the area with no intention to return. Why … [Read more...] about Welcoming Area Students Home
Community Service Rewarded
"Dedication, leadership, and support in furthering community spirit and enhancing the quality of life in the Chautauqua region.” Each year, one individual or, in this case, two, exemplify the aforementioned phrase. This is the very reason the … [Read more...] about Community Service Rewarded
Nancy F. Gaden Receives 2003 Axel W. Carlson Award
The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Nancy F. Gaden of Jamestown has been selected as the winner of the 2003 Axel W. Carlson Award. The award was presented at a reception held at the Rosch Activities Center on the … [Read more...] about Nancy F. Gaden Receives 2003 Axel W. Carlson Award
Deborah J. Long wins 1999 Axel W. Carlson Award
The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Deborah J. Long of Frewsburg, New York, has been selected as the winner of the 1999 Axel W. Carlson Award. The award will be presented at a reception at the Roger Tory Peterson … [Read more...] about Deborah J. Long wins 1999 Axel W. Carlson Award
Veteran Volunteer Worker Elizabeth Hyde, 84, Is Honored
By Manley J. Anderson It was business as usual today for veteran volunteer worker Elizabeth A. "Betty" Hyde, 84, of the Senior Citizens High Rise Apartments at 303 W. Fifth St., Jamestown. She was getting ready this morning to go off to … [Read more...] about Veteran Volunteer Worker Elizabeth Hyde, 84, Is Honored