The City of Jamestown's Annual Action Plan public workshops have begun. The Jamestown Department of Development is using the workshops to gather community input for the Action Plan, which is the plan for how the city will use Community Development … [Read more...]
Brazil, Art Cloth & Craft Hosting ‘FUNdraiser’ For Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy
Two downtown Jamestown businesses are hosting a "FUNdraiser" for the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy. In an early celebration of Earth Day, Brazil Craft Beer and Wine Lounge and Art Cloth & Craft Boutique will donate 25% of all sales between … [Read more...]
Wegmans Holding Fundraiser Event To Benefit the United Way
Wegmans will hold a special "250 Club" event to benefit the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County. The event will take place Thursday, May 2 at the Celoron American Legion on Jackson Avenue. It will feature basket raffles, split club and blind … [Read more...]
Thousands Witness Once In A Lifetime Eclipse Through Cloudy Skies
Thousands across Chautauqua County experienced a once in a lifetime eclipse, albeit through cloudy skies, Monday. Chautauqua County was in the path of totality for New York's first solar eclipse since 1925. Many people from outside states came … [Read more...]
Businesses Benefited From Visitors Getting To The Area Ahead of Solar Eclipse
Businesses across Chautauqua County benefitted from visitors coming early for the Solar Eclipse. Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dan Heitzenrater said Chamber staff observed increased vehicle and foot traffic starting last … [Read more...]
Former County Legislator Jay Gould Has Died
Longtime former Chautauqua County Legislator Jay Gould has died. Gould died Monday, April 1. He represented Legislative District 17 that encompassed the towns of Clymer, Panama, Harmony, and Busti from January 2000 until his retirement in … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Confirms Steven G. James As NYS Police Superintendent
Steven G. James has been confirmed as New York State's newest Police Superintendent. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the confirmation by the State Senate, saying, "Public safety is my top priority and Superintendent James has been a critical … [Read more...]
Firefighter Screening Event Set For May 4-5 in Jamestown
A Firefighter Candidate Physical Ability Test Screening event is set for May 4 and 5 in the City of Jamestown. The Jamestown Fire Department, in collaboration with the City of Dunkirk Fire Department, Village of Fredonia Fire Department, and … [Read more...]
Once In A Lifetime Solar Eclipse Crosses WNY Today
Western New York will experience totality today as the Great American Solar Eclipse darkens the sky this afternoon. The last time our region experienced such a phenomenon was in 1925, making this upcoming celestial display an unprecedented … [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...]
