Chautauqua County officials are issuing a health alert after a spike in suspected overdose deaths. The Chautauqua County Health Department, the Department of Mental Hygiene, Jamestown Police Department, and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office … [Read more...]
Wendel Signs Emergency Order Blocking Relocation of Homeless From NYC
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has signed a second Emergency Order to block a New York City program from relocating people to Chautauqua County. The order, titled "Local State of Emergency, Emergency Order No. 2 on Sustainable Migration," … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office Identifies Man In Fatal Panama Crash
A Panama man has been identified as the driver who died in a rollover accident in Panama late Monday night. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said 27-year old Lester Yoder died after becoming pinned under his vehicle when it rolled over on … [Read more...]
Mayville Man Charged In Fatal Motorcycle Crash
A Mayville man has been charged in the crash that killed two motorcycle riders in the town of North Harmony. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office reports 42-year old Stefan Parkhurst is charged with operating without insurance, operating while … [Read more...]
Two Die In Motorcycle, Pickup Truck Crash
Two people were killed in a motorcycle and pickup truck crash on Route 394 on Sunday. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded to a crash on Route 394 near Woodlawn at 12:43 p.m. Sunday, September 3. Deputies said it appeared … [Read more...]
Man Dies in Rollover Crash in Panama
A man died in a rollover crash in Panama late Monday night. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded to Goshen Road just after 11:30 p.m. last night for a reported motor vehicle rollover with a person pinned under the … [Read more...]
New Chautauqua County Budget Director Appointed
A Lakewood native has been appointed Chautauqua County’s new Budget Director. Jennifer Swan, who is the current Fiscal Supervisor for Chautauqua County’s Office of the Sheriff, will assume the post starting on Thursday, July 27. She replaces … [Read more...]
Man Operating Riding Mower Dies After Being Struck By Pickup Truck
A man operating a riding mower died after being hit by a pick-up truck in the town of Portland Monday. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said they were called to a motor vehicle accident just after noon on Barnes Road near Prospect Station … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Sheriff Jim Quattrone – July 13, 2023
Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone tells us about a new community engagement initiative he's working on. … [Read more...]
Second Grey Fox Captured In Bemus Point Tests Positives For Rabies
A second grey fox captured in Chautauqua County has tested positive for rabies. The Chautauqua County Health Department said at least two people were bitten by the fox on Tuesday, July 4 in the Bemus Point area near Route 430. The County Health … [Read more...]
