The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has unveiled an app that will allow New Yorkers to keep a digital copy of their physical ID on their phone. The Mobile ID is a voluntary product designed for the convenience and security of New … [Read more...]
Petition Process For Jamestown School Board Starts Today
Those interested in running for the Jamestown School Board can start collecting petitions today. The seats currently held by Frank Galeazzo and Nina Karbacka are up for election on May 21. There will also be an additional vacancy created by the … [Read more...]
NYS Expands Non-Driver ID Initiative For Released Prisoners
New York will expand its initiative that provides non-driver ID cards to individuals released from Department of Corrections and Community Supervision custody. The program is now available in all 43 State-run correctional facilities, with non-driver … [Read more...]
Deadline To Change Political Party Affiliation Approaching
The deadline for voters to change political party affiliation ahead of this year's elections is approaching. The Chautauqua County Board of Elections announced that the last day to submit changes is Wednesday, February 14, 2024, for those … [Read more...]
NYS Removes Barriers For Perspective School Bus Drivers Applying For CDL
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a plan to remove barriers for perspective school bus drivers applying for a commercial driver license. At the Governor’s direction, the Department of Motor Vehicles has implemented a federal waiver that allows … [Read more...]
Cameras Installed on JPS Buses To Catch Motorists Who Pass Illegally
A new camera system has been installed on Jamestown Public School buses to catch motorists who pass stopped buses. The safety initiative is a partnership with local law enforcement and BusPatrol. AI-powered stop-arm cameras detect the license … [Read more...]
Motorists Advised To Be Aware of Deer On Roadways
Motorists are being reminded to be aware of deer on the roadways as we enter their most active season. The State Department of Environmental Conservation and Department of Motor Vehicles said deer are most active and more likely to enter public … [Read more...]
NYS DMV Unveiling New Regional License Plates
The State Department of Motor Vehicles is unveiling new regional license plates this month. The first in the series is a new Long Island license that features an image of the iconic Montauk lighthouse. The plates for the remaining nine regions … [Read more...]
NY Drivers Who Deferred Vision Test During Pandemic Risk License Being Suspended
New York motorists who skipped a vision test when renewing their drivers licenses during the pandemic risk having their licenses suspended. The State Department of Motor Vehicles has sent warnings to nearly 150,000 drivers who took the option to … [Read more...]
Law Enforcement Targeting Drug-Impaired Driving April 20
Law enforcement will be stepping up patrols and targeting drug-impaired driving today. The State Police, Department of Motor Vehicles, and the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee remind motorists that driving under the influence of drugs and … [Read more...]
