The Jamestown Local Development Corporation has approved a $350,000 loan for Wicked Jimmy's LLC. The company will use the money toward the purchase of the almost 35,000 square foot property that previously housed the former Jamestown Brewing … [Read more...]
Assemblyman Goodell Announces His Retirement
State Assemblyman Andy Goodell has announced he will retire from his seat at the end of his current term. Goodell was first elected to the 150th State Assembly district seat in 2011 and has served as the Minority Floor Leader since … [Read more...]
Salary Increases, Property Tax Exemptions Discussed By Legislature’s Administrative Services Committee
Salary increases for elected officials and property tax exemptions were top items of discussion for the Legislature's Administrative Services Committee. The committee, meeting Tuesday, reviewed a series of local laws to increase salaries for the … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul’s Popularity Among NY Voters Declines
Governor Kathy Hochul's popularity among New York voters has declined by 8 points since earlier this winter. The Siena College poll also found a decided lack of enthusiasm for the likely Democratic and Republican candidates in the 2024 … [Read more...]
Gateway Lofts Project Looking For Financing
The Jamestown Planning Commission has received a status update on the Gateway Lofts project. Chairman Mike Laurin requested an update on that project and any other projects that were outstanding in the city at the Commission's meeting … [Read more...]
Jamestown Fire Department Saw Dip In Calls For Service in 2023
The Jamestown Fire Department saw a dip in calls for service in 2023 compared with the previous year. According to the City of Jamestown Public Safety Annual report, the Jamestown Fire Department responded to a total of 8,083 calls for service … [Read more...]
JCC, CHQ Transit Exploring Transit Options For Students
Jamestown Community College and CHQ Transit are exploring transit options for students. Response to a student intake survey about transportation issues led to JCC meeting with CHQ Transit on the issues. The college also has received a $10,000 … [Read more...]
State Cannabis Control Board Approves Regulations For Growing Cannabis At Home
The State Cannabis Control Board has approved at-home regulations for growing cannabis. These proposed regulations are now advancing to a 60-day public comment period and do not give everyone the green light to grow yet. These proposed … [Read more...]
Former Congressman Sempolinski Announces Candidacy for 148th State Assembly Seat
Former Congressman Joe Sempolinski has declared his candidacy for the 148th State Assembly. The district is currently represented by Joe Giglio, who has announced that he will not be seeking another term. Sempolinski currently serves as the Chief … [Read more...]
JPD Conducting Training at Jamestown High School on Feb. 21
Jamestown Public Schools and Jamestown Police will have a training exercise at the high school today between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. JPD and the SWAT team will be conducting the exercise. The district said that community members may see police … [Read more...]
