Jamestown City Council has approved a local law to override the state's tax cap as budget presentations continue for the proposed 2025 city budget. Under a state law passed in 2011, local municipalities may only raise property taxes from the prior … [Read more...]
Multi-Purpose Fitness Trail To Open at Maple Grove Jr./Sr. High School
A new multi-purpose fitness trail will open at Maple Grove Jr. and Senior High School today. The one-mile path through a wooded area surrounding the school on Dutch Hollow Road can be used for walking, running, or biking. A grant from Cummins … [Read more...]
Rural Mobile Medical Unit Health & Wellness Initiative Set for Wednesday in Clymer
The second annual Rural Mobile Medical Unit Health and Wellness Initiative will take place in Clymer on Wednesday. The free event from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on October 30 is sponsored by ABBE Reformed Church and Southwestern Independent Living … [Read more...]
Chadakoin River Business Plan Receives Award
The Chadakoin River Strategic Business Plan has received a 'Best Practice' award from the American Planning Association New York Upstate Chapter. The award was presented to the numerous individuals involved with developing the plan during the … [Read more...]
City Council To Vote To Override State’s Tax Cap
Jamestown City Council will vote on a local law tonight to override the state's tax cap. Under a state law passed in 2011, local municipalities may only raise property taxes from the prior year by the lessor of 2% or the rate of inflation. The … [Read more...]
Jamestown Receives $187,672 in EMS Training Funds
The City of Jamestown has been awarded $187,672 for EMS training. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the federal funding as part of the Rural EMS Training and Equipment Assistance program. Administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health … [Read more...]
Exhibit Celebrating Norman Lear’s Legacy In Comedy, Civic Engagement Opens at Comedy Center
A special exhibit celebrating Norman Lear’s storied legacy in comedy and civic engagement is now open at the National Comedy Center. 2024 marks the first modern election absent the legendary comedy producer and writer who passed in December 2023 … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Safety Village Halloween Fun Fair Takes Place Wednesday
The annual Chautauqua Safety Village Halloween Fun Fair will take place this Wednesday. The event on October 30 will be held from 4:00 to 7:30 pm at the Safety Village, located next to BOCES on Route 394 in Ashville. Admission is $5 per person … [Read more...]
Outdoor Enthusiasts Encouraged To Stay Out of Caves, Mines in Fall and Winter To Protect Hibernating Bats
As part of International Bat Week, outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to refrain from visiting caves and mines during the fall and winter months. The State Department of Environmental Conservation says bats spend the winter hibernating in … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – October 27, 2024
Take a tour of Scandinavia without ever leaving Jamestown. The Swedish Hour is hosted by Gerd Brigiotta and provides listeners with a weekly opportunity to explore a wide and diverse selection of traditional Scandinavian music. Sundays at 3 a.m. (9 … [Read more...]
