Customers of Mayville Eatery Support Community Causes “What are we collecting for this week?” It’s a question owners Darlene and Tim Wendell often hear from the regulars who frequent their cafe and bakery in Mayville. In the three months since its opening, the customers of A Sweet Spot have raised close to ... Read More

Community Stars Wings Flights of Hope makes a difference in the lives of people by taking them anywhere they need to go- for free. ORCHARD PARK, NY — There’s no debating the fact that Western New York has more than its fair share of non-profit organizations, each of which have a strong backing of volunteers working to support their respective ... Read More

DUNKIRK, NY — Heroes don’t need to wear capes or spandex to help people. Heroes can be everyday people doing small things to help whoever they can. The Chautauqua County Rural Ministry (CCRM) is the Justice League in this sense; it is an interfaith, not-for-profit organization which is made to help people pick themselves up and dust themselves ... Read More

BEMUS POINT, NY - When Dan Dalpra had the idea to put a symphony orchestra on the roof of his Bemus Point restaurant, he said most people thought he was "crazy." Dalpra, however, was not about to let naysayers damper his enthusiasm or sway his plans. Who would have guessed that a "farewell to summer" Labor ... Read More

Bemus Bay Pops Founder "Brings the Arts to the People." BEMUS POINT, NY — When Dan Dalpra had the idea to put a symphony orchestra on the roof of his Bemus Point restaurant, he said most people thought he was "crazy." Dalpra, however, was not about to let naysayers damper his enthusiasm or sway his plans. But who would have guessed that a ... Read More

SILVER CREEK, NY - In 1997, Wayne Hotelling set out to run across New York State. Two years out of retirement, the Silver Creek schoolteacher with the backing of his wife Elaine, wanted to do something to raise awareness of individuals with disabilities. One hundred and thirty miles into the race, Hotelling experienced a tendon injury, and like ... Read More

JAMESTOWN, NY - Singer and musician Cindy Haight has performed at or coordinated over 150 benefits in her musical career. Several times a year, she is asked by friends, family, and acquaintances to perform. Organizers will call on her knowing that her musical performance will encourage people to attend. Many times, the benefits are for people she ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY — With a contagious enthusiasm and unrelenting optimism, Dan Siracuse seems to embody what is best about our community. The lifelong Fredonia resident is an example of a 'local' who loves and thrives in the community in which he was raised. Like many others who work to make our community a better place, Dan is immersed in his work ... Read More

JAMESTOWN, NY — Every week, the Chautauqua Star features an outstanding individual in our community who has demonstrated themselves to go above and beyond the call. Generally it’s for volunteering or an amazing story, but this week we’re featuring an individual from Jamestown who started an amazing work for ‘The Resource Center,’ and ... Read More

LAKEWOOD, NY — Rain or Shine, organizers of the Sears Heroes at Home event encourage the community to come out to support their cause. The event, which takes place in the retailer's parking lot from Noon- 4 p.m. on Saturday, will raise funds to help injured servicemen and women make necessary modifications to their homes. The event includes the ... Read More