New York State lawmakers have come to an agreement on a $254 billion State Budget. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the deal Monday night. The budget includes a proposal to ban cellphones in public schools and a middle-class tax cut. Hochul … [Read more...]
STEM Wars Returns To Northwest Arena In May
STEM Wars is returning to the Northwest Arena in May. STEM Wars 2025 is a Technology Competition, Career Fair and Tech Expo that will be held May 21 and 22. The event brings together manufacturers, schools, suppliers, colleges and community … [Read more...]
Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit Made Available By County
A Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit is being released by Chautauqua County as part of Mental Health Awareness Month in May. This year’s theme, “Small Steps. Big Impact,” highlights the power of everyday actions in fostering a community that … [Read more...]
RTPI Announces Jeanne Fralick as Development Director
The Roger Tory Peterson Institute has announced the hiring of Jeanne Fralick as its new Development Director. Jeanne is a Jamestown native who first discovered RTPI as an art student at Jamestown Community College. She ultimately received her BFA … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Kindergarten Registration Is May 7
Jamestown Public Schools will register kindergartners for the 2025-2026 school year by appointment on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Appointments will be held at the Central Administration Office located at 197 Martin Road between 8:15 a.m. and 4:15 … [Read more...]
Concert In Memory of Organist Ron McEntire Set for May 2
A program in memory of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church’s former director of music will be held this Friday. “Memories of Ron McEntire in Music” will feature organist Judy Congdon in concert at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 2 at St. Luke’s. The concert is … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council To Vote On Police Union Contract
Jamestown City Council will vote on a new contract with the Police Union tonight. The agreement between the City and Kendall Club Police Benevolent Association has already been approved and ratified by the Police Union. It covers January 1, 2025 … [Read more...]
Salvation Army Holds Groundbreaking For New Domestic Violence Shelter
The Salvation Army held a ceremonial groundbreaking Friday for its new domestic violence shelter. The Anew Center will be a 7-unit, 19-bed family shelter in Jamestown that will serve individuals and families who have experienced … [Read more...]
FDA Suspends Program That Tests Milk, Dairy Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has suspended its quality control program that tests milk and other dairy products. An FDA spokesperson confirmed in a statement to USA TODAY that the Food Emergency Response Network Proficiency Testing … [Read more...]
United Way Community Baby Shower Starts Today
The United Way of Chautauqua County is kicking off its annual Community Baby Shower today. Each spring, United Way collects new baby items for local at-risk mothers and their newborns. The items are then distributed to those in need by UWCHQ’s … [Read more...]
