A tornado damaged several homes in northern Chautauqua County on Wednesday afternoon. County Executive PJ Wendel described the event in the Forestville area as “tornadic activity,” "There are some definite paths, some significant damage to homes. … [Read more...]
County Gov’t Recognizing Former Emergency Services Director
Chautauqua County Government is recognizing a former Emergency Services Director who has died. County Executive PJ Wendel said Charles L. Smith died on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He shared his condolences, saying, "It is with heavy hearts and … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – June 27, 2024
We take a virtual news tour around the county with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to discuss all the latest that's happened during the month of June. … [Read more...]
Norman Carlson Appointed As New County Historian
Norman Carlson has been appointed as Chautauqua County's new Historian. Carlson's appointment by Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel fills a vacancy following the retirement of the former historian, Michelle Henry. He brings extensive … [Read more...]
Ana Morgan Appointed As New County Attorney
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has announced the appointment of Ana Morgan as the new County Attorney. Morgan holds dual law degrees from the University of Zagreb (Croatia, EU) and the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. She is a … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Lake Symposium Set for Sunday, June 2
A symposium about the health and sustainability of Chautauqua Lake is set for this coming weekend. The Chautauqua Lake Symposium will take place on Sunday, June 2 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. The forum will have a meet and greet … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – May 23, 2024
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel talks about a symposium on Chautauqua Lake that's taking place in June as well as other economic development news. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – April 25, 2024
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel joins us to discuss his state of the county address, his reaction to the state budget and more. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – 2024 State of the County Address – April 25, 2024
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel delivered his 2024 State of the County address to the Chautauqua County Legislature on April 24, 2024. … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Presents State of the County
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel celebrated successes of 2023 while sharing goals for 2024 in his annual State of the County address. Wendel delivered his address at the monthly County Legislature meeting. He said the county is in a solid … [Read more...]
