Pictured Tuesday morning at the opening of the Chautauqua County Fair are state Assemblyman Andrew Goodell, Hector Gonzalez, Dunkirk Mayor Wilfred Rosas, Fredonia Mayor Doug Essek, state Sen. George Borrello, County Executive PJ Wendel, and Fair President Dave Wilson. The fair’s return was marked by the firing of the ceremonial cannon. Photos by Anthony Dolce

County Executive PJ Wendel and Fair President Dave Wilson combine to set off the ceremonial cannon as part of the opening ceremony of the Chautauqua County Fair.

Competitors are pictured in one of the many animal shows taking place at the Chautauqua County Fair.