March 11, 2026
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Club spotlight: Black Student Union

Students, residents protest ICE in downtown Fredonia

 Trump delivers State of the Union address; 50 Democrats boycott

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Printing points introduced for students, staff

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Chautauqua County Rural Ministry is here to help for the holidays

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Reading Time: 2 minutesCHRISTINE WHITECAR Special to The Leader As many families find themselves more in need than ever this holiday season, the Chautauqua County Rural Ministry has stepped up to help. This year, the Chautauqua County Rural Ministry is hosting a family sponsorship program which allows members of the community to donate......
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The double, double toil and trouble of COVID-19 has no effect on Fredonia TADA’s production of Macbeth

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Reading Time: 6 minutesCHLOE KOWALYK Staff Writer  Fredonia Theatre and Dance’s production of “Macbeth” is quickly approaching.  However, putting on a show during a global pandemic is not an easy task.  The show is being directed by Paul Mockovak, who has an extensive background in theatre, musical theatre, concert dance and music alike. ......
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How you can stay informed and involved post-election

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Reading Time: 3 minutesCHLOE KOWALYK Staff Writer  On Thursday, Nov. 12, the American Democracy Project hosted their final event of the semester. Featuring a diverse set of panelists, the ADP hoped to provide students with multiple resources and ways to stay involved with politics after the election.  The panelists included Dr. James Hurtgen,......
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“Julie and the Phantoms” TV series review

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Reading Time: 3 minutesNIKKI INDELICATO Special to The Leader TikTok has been a strong platform where many teens can show and share their passion for people and pop culture, including television shows. Months ago, the TV show “Criminal Minds” was taking over the app by storm. Fans were posting how much they loved......
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An album review of “Terra” by Eric Alexandrakis

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Reading Time: 3 minutesASHLEY HALM Special to The Leader With song titles like “Satan’s Fried Scapegoat Breakfast” and “Now Boarding: Flight EA918,” it’s clear that Eric Alexandrakis isn’t your typical singer-songwriter. Indeed, a first encounter with Alexandrakis’s particular brand of ‘60s-inspired psychedelic rock might evoke a feeling similar to getting hit in the......
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Greystone Nature Preserve: The hidden gem of Fredonia

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Reading Time: 2 minutesLEANNE BRIGHAM Special to The Leader After a 15-minute scenic backroads drive, I approached a quaint little driveway labeled “Greystone Nature Preserve.” As I pulled in, I was greeted by none other than chickens, as well as an adorably excited Australian Shepard. Diane Clark, the director of the preserve, and......
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Album review: “Wired” by Jacob King

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Reading Time: 3 minutesANNA GAGLIANO Chief Copy Editor  If you’ve been feeling starved of new local music releases, it’s time you plug back in and buckle up for an entertaining ride.  “Wired,” the most recent release from Fredonia musician Jacob King, is now available. The 28-minute-long album has eight songs all willing to......
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#BeTheChangeInClimateChange: Recognizing how the presidential election will affect climate change

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Reading Time: 2 minutesJORDAN CAHILL, SARAH MAYFIELD, JUSTIN COHAN and JOE CASEY Specials to The Leader Climate change is a worldwide issue that will affect all of us more and more in the coming decades. According to the NASA Earth Observatory, 2019 was the second hottest year on record. While the Earth has......
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