A Dunkirk man died after being hit by a tractor trailer in the town of Westfield early this morning. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to a vehicle and pedestrian accident at 1:21 a.m. this morning. An investigation … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Chautauqua County Airports Collecting Donations To Help Those Affected By Hurricanes in North Carolina, Florida
Donations are being accepted at Chautauqua County's Airports to help people in North Carolina and Florida who have been affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The County is asking residents to contribute urgently needed donations, which will be … [Read more...]
Jamestown DPW Creating Digital Street Map of City
Jamestown residents may be able to view a digital map online where leaf clean-up is happening in the next year or two. Interim Public Works Director Mark Roetzer shared with the Jamestown Planning Commission that an engineer in DPW has been … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Introduces Legislation To Establish Green Energy Anti-Corruption Act
State Senator George Borrello has introduced legislation to establish the Green Energy Anti-Corruption Act, which authorizes local municipalities to have the final say on whether a renewable energy power plant can be sited in their … [Read more...]
Resa Rosen-Murray Receives NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs’ Code of Conduct Award
The Resource Center has announced that Resa Rosen-Murray has been selected as a recipient of the NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs’ Code of Conduct Award for 2024. Those honored with a Code of Conduct Award embody … [Read more...]
Ripley Shovel Ready Site Project Receives $2 Million Grant
The Ripley Interstate Shovel Ready Site project is set to receive another $2 million in funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission. The $16 million project is expected to generate $60 million in private investment and create 320 new jobs in … [Read more...]
USDA Announces Recall of Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Ready-To-Eat Meat, Poultry Due to Listeria Concerns
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced a recall of nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products due to possible listeria contamination. Produced between June 19 and October 8, … [Read more...]
Fletcher Elementary Getting New Playground in 2025
Fletcher Elementary School will be getting a new, inclusive playground in 2025. Fletcher Principal Amanda Sischo said that in addition to replacing the bedding and removing an outdated playground piece, the district is purchasing a wrap-around … [Read more...]
1 Million New Yorkers Have Enrolled In Medicare Program That Saves $7,400 Annually In Costs
Nearly one million New Yorkers on a limited income have enrolled in a program that can help them save thousands on their health care bills. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the state's Medicare Savings Program (MSP) helps eligible adults save … [Read more...]
Homecoming Festivities Underway at Jamestown High School
Homecoming festivities are underway this week at Jamestown High School. Events scheduled this year include a Spirit Week, athletic events throughout the week, the annual parade, a dance, and a powderpuff flag football game. Homecoming athletic … [Read more...]
