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...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
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 Fletcher Principal Amanda Sischo said that in addition to replacing the bedding and removing an outdated playground piece, the district is purchasing a wrap-around … [Read more...]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...]
Trial Delayed A Second Time for Man Accused of Stabbing Salman Rushdie
The trial for the man accused of stabbing author Salman Rushdie has been adjourned to await a decision on moving the trial by the State Appellate Court. The Chautauqua County District Attorney's Office sent out a statement saying the Appellate … [Read more...]
District Heat Rates Going Up, Changes To Yard Waste Site Stickers, Recycling Bins Possible in 2026
District Heat rates are going up with possible changes to Yard Waste Site stickers and recycling bins in 2026. The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities board received the update on District Heat, Solid Waste, and Wastewater budgets at their … [Read more...]
NYS Assessing Impacts on IV Fluid Supplies Following Hurricane Helene
New York State is assessing potential impacts on IV fluid supplies following Hurricane Helene. Governor Kathy Hochul said that while there is no official shortage of intravenous fluid in New York at this time, the state is actively coordinating … [Read more...]
