A $454 million pavement revitalization project on the Thruway in Chautauqua County has resumed. The New York State Thruway Authority announced the project began in the westbound lanes in June 2024 and is now taking place on a 16-mile stretch … [Read more...]
State of Emergency Declared in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Erie Counties Due To Lake Effect Snow
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...]
Thruway Worker Killed After Being Hit On I-90 Near Silver Creek
A Thruway worker died after being hit by a vehicle on the thruway in the town of Hanover. New York State Police said troopers responded at 8:00 a.m. Monday to the I-90 westbound lane just before exit 58 for a fatal collision. A preliminary … [Read more...]
$45 Million Pavement Revitalization on NYS Thruway In Chautauqua County Begins
A $45 million pavement revitalization project on the New York State Thruway has begun in Chautauqua County. The work will cover nearly 35 miles between exit 59 (Dunkirk - Fredonia - NY Route 60) and exit 60 (Westfield - Mayville - NY Route 394). … [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...]
Thousands Lose Power in North County Due to High Winds
High winds caused thousands to lose power and caused damage in the northern part of Chautauqua County Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Buffalo said a 74 mph gust was reported at Dunkirk at 11:25 a.m. New York State Police reported high … [Read more...]
High Winds Could Cause Power Outages, Damage Trees
High winds could cause power outages and tree damage here in Chautauqua County over the next day. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a High Wind Warning for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and southern Erie Counties. Gusts upward of 50 … [Read more...]
NYS Thruway Tolls Increasing in 2024, 2027
Tolls on the New York State Thruway are going up 5% for EZ Pass users in 2024, with a second toll hike set for 2027. The New York State Thruway Authority Board of Directors voted Tuesday to raise tolls for the first time in 14 years. The 5% … [Read more...]
NYS Comptroller’s Audit – Thruway Has $276.3 Million in Uncollected Tolls, Fees
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said the Thruway Authority needs to do better collecting $276.3 million owed in toll fees. An audit released by the Comptroller's office states that a change in collection agencies resulted in a lapse in collections … [Read more...]
