The proposed 2025 budget for Chautauqua County totals $301.9 million and will reduces taxes by 19-cents. County Executive PJ Wendel cited rising unfunded mandate costs and inflation for why the budget is $7.8 million more than the current 2024 … [Read more...]
County Gov’t Recognizing Former Emergency Services Director
Chautauqua County Government is recognizing a former Emergency Services Director who has died. County Executive PJ Wendel said Charles L. Smith died on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He shared his condolences, saying, "It is with heavy hearts and … [Read more...]
County EMS Distributing ‘Stop The Bleed’ Kits to Area Schools
The Chautauqua County Department of Emergency Services will be distributing "Stop the Bleed" kits to all schools across Chautauqua County. EMS Education Coordinator Josh Schauman said the initiative is a proactive response to the tragic shooting … [Read more...]
Flood Watch Issued for Chautauqua County, Most of WNY
MAYVILLE - With Chautauqua County expected to receive heavy rain and rising temperatures today, local and state officials are reminding residents to be prepared for potential flooding. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Flood … [Read more...]
County Executive, Health Officials Announce Forum to Address Drug Abuse
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan says a Community Forum focusing on the growing epidemic of Opiate use and abuse in the county will take place in mid-March in Mayville. Planning for the forum began shortly after Horrigan was … [Read more...]
