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...]
Chautauqua Institution Appoints New Communications Director
Chautauqua Institution has announced the appointment of Jill McCormick as the Director of Communications and Special Projects. McCormick will be responsible for developing and implementing communications plans to inform the public, news media, and … [Read more...]
Humane Society Offering Adoption Special For Long Stay Dogs
The Chautauqua County Humane Society is offering an adoption special for long stay dogs. The special takes a percentage off the normal fee based on the length of the dog's stay at the society. Fundraising and Communications Director Brian … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – March 28, 2024
THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to wrfaprogramming@reglenna.com. THU MAR … [Read more...]
Jamestown Attorney Joseph Calimeri Appointed To Jamestown School Board
Jamestown attorney Joseph Calimeri has been appointed to the Jamestown School Board. Board President Paul Abbott nominated Calimeri to fill the unexpired term of Pat Slagle. Slagle resigned from the board following his acceptance of a new position … [Read more...]
CCIDA Board Approves $725,000 In Loans For Three Businesses
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency board approved loans for three businesses totaling $725,000 at its monthly meeting Tuesday. The loan approved for Tim & Edmond, LLC was for $400,000 and will be used to assist in the upgrade … [Read more...]
Jamestown Community Baseball Has New Lease For Diethrick Stadium
Jamestown Community Baseball has a new lease agreement to use Russell E. Diethrick Stadium. Jamestown City Council approved the amendment to the current lease at its voting session Monday night. Council President Tony Dolce said one of the … [Read more...]
United Way Receives Funding For Emergency Food and Shelter Programs
Chautauqua County will receive $45,455 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The award was made by the Emergency Food & Shelter Program’s (EFSP) National Board. Locally, United Way of Southern Chautauqua County … [Read more...]
City Council Passes Vacant Property Registration, Public Nuisance Ordinances
Jamestown City Council has unanimously passed a vacant property registration ordinance and an update to the city's public nuisance ordinance. Jamestown Real Estate Investors Association President Brenda Strasser, speaking at privilege of the … [Read more...]
Local Drug Ring Leader Pleads Guilty In Federal Court
A local drug ring leader has pleaded guilty just before jury selection was scheduled to begin for his federal trial. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced that 38-year old Rocco Beardsley of Jamestown pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge John … [Read more...]
