SILVER CREEK - A Brocton man has been arrested for possession of Methamphetamine following a traffic stop early Sunday morning in Silver Creek. Sheriff deputies say 34 year-old David Topliffe of Brocton was stopped at bout 3:45 a.m. Sunday in the … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Announces Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day
MAYVILLE - Local police agencies are partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to prevent increased pill abuse, overdose and theft. As part of the DEA's Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, the Chautauqua County Sheriff's … [Read more...]
No One Injured in Four-Vehicle Accident on Chautauqua Lake Bridge
Chautauqua County Sheriffs Deputies say no one was injured in a four-car accident that took place Wednesday morning in the Eastbound lane of I-86 along the Chautauqua County Veterans Memorial Bridge over Chautauqua Lake. Deputies say Mary Rappole … [Read more...]
Rescue Required After Chautauqua Belle Runs Aground, No Injuries Reported
The Chautauqua Belle (courtesy of www.facebook.com/ChautauquaBelle)MAYVILLE - The most famous vessel on Chautauqua Lake ran into a problem over the weekend that resulted in more than 70 passengers having to be rescued. Early Saturday night at … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Charges Two with Burglary
Joshua Link and Kevin WearyMAYVILLE - Two men have been arrested following an investigation into a series of burglaries throughout Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office says 25 year-old Joshua Link of Fredonia and 50 year-old … [Read more...]
Two Sent to Hospital Following Car-Buggy Accident in Poland
A Buggy was significantly damaged after being hit by a car on Quaint Rd. Friday, Aug. 28, 2015.POLAND, NY - An Amish family is recovering from injuries sustained after their horse and buggy was hit by a distracted driver at approximately 11:00 a.m. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Rocky’s Owner Goes on Record, Requests Policy Changes for Dealing with Loose Dogs
MAYVILLE - Members of the Chautauqua County Legislature learned more about the incident surrounding the shooting death of Rocky - a 10 year old boxer - by a member of the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office. On Wednesday night the legislature held … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Jamestown Resident Plans to Speak to Legislature Following Shooting of His Dog
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Legislature will be holding its monthly meeting Wednesday night in Mayville and lawmaker could see a large turnout from local pet owners and animal rights activists. Joe Donisi, a Jamestown resident whose dog Rocky … [Read more...]
Dunkirk Woman Faces Welfare Fraud Charges
MAYVILLE - A joint investigation into welfare fraud has led to seven felony charges against a Dunkirk woman. According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office, 51-year-old Marcia Brown allegedly lied about employment income and unemployment … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Investigating Shooting of City Resident’s Dog by Deputy
JAMESTOWN - The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the recent shooting of a resident’s dog by a sheriff’s deputy, but it appears unlikely any punishment or even change in policy will come from the incident. The Jamestown Post … [Read more...]
