A State of Emergency has been declared in portions of the Western New York, Finger Lakes, Central New York and North Country regions as those areas are set to receive multiple feet of lake effect snow. Governor Kathy Hochul made the declaration … [Read more...]
Law Enforcement Increase Patrols For Thanksgiving Holiday
New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies throughout the State have increased patrols through Thanksgiving weekend, targeting impaired and reckless driving. The special enforcement period, an initiative funded by the Governor’s … [Read more...]
The Resource Center To Receive Transportation Funding
The Resource Center will receive transportation funding. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of $52.1 million to enhance the mobility of older citizens and people with disabilities in New York State. The Chautauqua County Chapter of … [Read more...]
NYS Unveils Work Project for Route 394 in the City of Jamestown
New York State will begin work on Route 394 in 2025 that will include street repaving of a nearly three mile section of the route in the City of Jamestown. State DOT Public Information Officer Susan Surdej said the section of East Fourth Street … [Read more...]
State DOT Holding Public Info Meeting on Route 394 Project
The public will have an opportunity to learn more about New York State's planned improvements to Route 394 in the city of Jamestown. The State Department of Transportation is holding a public information meeting today from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the … [Read more...]
NYS Says Chautauqua Lake Bridge Safe
New York State is emphasizing the safety of the Chautauqua Lake Bridge following a social media post over the weekend that suggested otherwise. A public post made by Southwestern New York Building and Construction Trades Council President Steven … [Read more...]
April 15-19 is ‘Work Zone Awareness Week’ in NYS
This week is "Work Zone Awareness Week" in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul said the state is recognizing April 15 to 19 with the national theme of “Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.” State landmarks will … [Read more...]
WNY Receiving $1.65 Million For Extreme Weather Planning
Western New York is receiving $1.65 million to go toward planning for extreme weather. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced the funding for the New York State Department of Transportation. The State DOT will use the funding to … [Read more...]
County, State Offer Safety Tips For Solar Eclipse
The Chautauqua County Health Department urges residents to use extreme caution while viewing the eclipse. In order to prevent severe eye injury, residents are encouraged to be prepared with proper eclipse viewing glasses. Spectators can prevent … [Read more...]
Work On Chautauqua Lake Bridge Begins Today
Work on the Chautauqua Lake bridge starts today. The Jamestown Post-Journal reports that the New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect closures and lane shifts along Interstate 86 in the area of the bridges over … [Read more...]