The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation is being revived for a new chapter. A press release received from the non-government organization said that the JRC is “renewing its mission—‘We revitalize our urban landscape through strong public-private … [Read more...]
County Officials Mourn The Passing Of Larry Barmore
Chautauqua County Government officials are mourning the passing of former Chautauqua County Clerk Larry Barmore. Barmore died January 3 at the age of 74, surrounded by family. County Executive PJ Wendel said, “Larry Barmore was the definition … [Read more...]
The Reg’s Memory Cafe To Feature Ample Movement’s Andrea DiMaio On Jan. 13
This month’s Reg Lenna’s Memory Cafe will feature a gentle, fully seated accessible yoga class welcomes people of all abilities, mobility, flexibility, and body types. Yoga teacher Andrea DiMaio will lead participants through simple stretches, … [Read more...]
Democrat Regina Brackman Elected As Jamestown City Council’s First Black President
Democrat Regina Brackman has been elected as the first Black Jamestown City Council President in that body’s history. Brackman, who serves Ward 3, was elected unanimously after Republican council members initially nominated prior Council President … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Pleads Guilty In Infant’s Death
A Jamestown man has pleaded guilty in the death of an infant in 2024. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt announced that 28-year old Sean Thomas pled guilty in County Court to 1st Degree Manslaughter in connection to the death of 8 … [Read more...]
One Person Injured In Crescent Street Fire
One person was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation following a fire on Crescent Street Sunday night. Interim Jamestown Fire Chief Ryan Roush said that Jamestown Police arrived at 523 Crescent Street before fire crews arrived with an officer … [Read more...]
Four New Legislators Have Taken Their Seats On The County Legislature
Four new legislators took their seats on the Chautauqua County Legislature during a reorganizational meeting January 2. Jamestown Democrat Vince DeJoy, Democrat Sandra Lewis, Republican Jason Merritt and Jamestown Democrat Bob Whitney took the … [Read more...]
Former Chautauqua County Clerk Larry Barmore Has Died
Former Chautauqua County Clerk Larry Barmore has died. According to an obituary provided by the Jordan Funeral Home in Sinclairville, Barmore died at the age of 74 on Saturday, January 3. Barmore had served on the Chautauqua County Legislature … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 111 – December 29, 2025
Craig Robbins is a NYS full-time licensed hunting and fishing guide for 25 years. Through guiding he has successfully guided thousands of fishing clients and their families on Chautauqua Lake to their fishing trip of a lifetime. As a hunting guide … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 110 – December 22, 2025
Craig Robbins is a NYS full-time licensed hunting and fishing guide for 25 years. Through guiding he has successfully guided thousands of fishing clients and their families on Chautauqua Lake to their fishing trip of a lifetime. As a hunting guide … [Read more...]
