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Michael Kent at Ray Evans
![Ray Evans Theater in Salamanca](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/240731344_1702235343299383_5632181663943252632_n.jpg?itok=bbfam-ZA)
Michael was named Entertainer of the Year in Campus Activities Magazine and Magician of the Year by The Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA). Cleveland.com has listed Michael as one of Ohio's top 30 "Famously Funny" comedians along with Drew Carey, Dave Chappelle and Bob Hope. He was featured on the season premiere of the hit television show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us!"
News & Information
We, Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) Tourism, post news releases for the media / press on our Press Releases page, on our blog and may post on www.CattCo.org/news but we get a lot of our news from the sources below.
News & Information Sources
A list of news and information sources that are in or around the Enchanted Mountains. These sources may be newspapers, magazines, or websites.
- The Villager - weekly Newspaper covering Ellicottville, New York
- EllicottvilleNow - bi-weekly newspaper covering Ellicottville, NY and surrounding area.
- Times Herald - daily newspaper covering Olean, NY and five counties.
- The Salamanca Press - Weekly newspaper covering Salamanca, NY and the surrounding area.
- The Buffalo News - daily newspaper covering Buffalo, NY and the surrounding area.
- The Post-Journal - daily newspaper covering Jamestown, NY and the surrounding area.
- The Bradford Era - daily newspaper covering Bradford, PA and the surrounding area.
Questions
Ischua
Ischua (pronounced ISH-way) is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The Town of Ischua is on the eastern border of the county, north of Olean, New York.
Persia
Location
Persia is a town in the northwest part of Cattaraugus County, New York.
Allegany Carnival 2024
![Giant Fun Slide at the Allegany Carnival in 2024](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Photo%20Jun%2027%202024%2C%209%2028%2021%20PM.jpg?itok=VrzbUfHX)
Thursday 6/27: the carnival is open from 6:00 PM until 11:00 PM. Water fights are planned for 6:30 PM in front of the fire station. Registration starts at 6:00. The "Sticktights" band will be playing around 7:00 PM.
Mansfield
The Town of Mansfield is centrally located in Cattaraugus County, north of Salamanca. The name was thought to be that of a noble family in England.
Itineraries
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on October 28
![Approximation of Penumbral Lunar Eclipse from New York State on Oct. 28, 2023](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/penumbral-lunar-eclipse-20231028.png?itok=Re7itcmT)
From our area of New York State, this eclipse of the moon is a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on October 28, 2023.
Learn more about a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on Wikipedia.
2024 Amish Relief Auction
![Amish Clothes](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/amish_trail_6.jpg?itok=edW9xnRH)
Showdown Throwdown
![Inside Daily City Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/chris%20lip.jpg?itok=dfmHFwNN)
Franklinville
The Town of Franklinville is an interior town, located in the northeast quadrant of the county.
Free Fishing Day in NY!
![Boys fishing at New Albion Lake](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Fishing9.jpeg?itok=mksetR0X)
The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in your life to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite and the exhilaration of the catch!
Hidden Gems: Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations for National Tourism Week
![Family biking at Holiday Valley](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/Holiday%20Valley%20Mountain%20Biking%20family%20overlooking%20base%20area%20by%20A%20Baron.jpg?itok=6OyU8pq9)
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2024
![Fireworks](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/firework%20collage.jpg?itok=RwK1pEHW)
Dayton
The Town of Dayton is on the western border of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County. The Village of South Dayton is located within the town.
U.S. Air Force Snocross National
![Snocross racing at Seneca Allegany Casino](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Tucker%20Hibbert.jpg?itok=Kg-WPgy4)
Where to Stay for the Eclipse
![Raccoon with Solar Eclipse Glasses on camping](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-02/scene-racoon-02.jpg?itok=UDUtaMzE)
"Master Angler Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Little Valley Riders Club Trails
Trails:
All levels, from beginner to advanced trail riders.
Footing:
Varies from easy to moderate to rocky.
Markings:
There are maps to promote trail riding on your own, in loops of 1, 2, or 3 hours; and for the more adventurous, you can ride all day.
Camping:
24 camper spots available with hook-ups and 50+ spots without hook-ups, call (716) 969-7390 for reservations.
Parking:
Large area available for all types of parking.
EVL Halloween Half Marathon
![Ellicottville Halloween Half Marathon](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_6233.jpg?itok=uAOakyRK)