As Valentine’s Day quickly approaches, there seem to be a few different groups of folks who stand apart. I’ve put us all into three basic groups, so line yourself up and get ready for a great Valentine’s Day knowing where you stand. Let me preface all this by saying I’m grouping those who celebrate the ... Read More

It's early February, and that means it's tax season! Read More

I’ve always been one who liked this area. I’ve never felt it was too small, and never had that ‘need to get away’ mentality. My first commentary when I started working for the Star was about how much I love this great county of ours. Well, since then… Nothing has changed. Read More

t's the last day of January! Time sure is flying in 2012. This year has been great for us so far. God has blessed our family tremendously and I am excited to see where the future takes us as we head further in to 2012. While it may seem that events are on the slow side this month, I think it's important to remember that most groups are deep in the ... Read More

UAA Day is approaching! In the Village of Fredonia, Mayor Keefe has announced that this Friday, Feb. 3, is to officially be 'UAA Day.' In case you weren't aware, the UAA, or United Arts Appeal is an non-profit organization that promotes the arts in Chautauqua County. This Friday has been named UAA day in Fredonia by Mayor Keefe to encourage folks ... Read More

Today is Thursday, and that means another exciting issue of the Chautauqua Star is on it's way to you! If you don't want to wait for home delivery tomorrow, go pick a copy up at a local business who may have it. On Thursdays, I'll be giving you a preview to the issue of the Chautauqua Star for the week. Our goal is ... Read More

As January nears a close, it's official (in my opinion) that our snowfall has been less than adequate... Read More

News Editor Scott Wise's Daily Blog Read More

Well, I now have a logo so the blog is officially up and running. You'll have to excuse me if it seems fickle at times, I'm sure I don't have that much interesting information to share. I'm pleased to have this opportunity to further promote the relationship between the Chautauqua Star and StarNewsDaily ... Read More

CHAUTAUQUA, NY — Chautauqua Institution held its first ever Blogger Symposium Friday and Saturday, June 3-4. The Symposium allowed Chautauqua to introduce itself to previously untapped outlets and audiences in cities that have been important to Chautauqua in the past. Seventeen influential bloggers from New York ... Read More