Congressman Tom Reed has announced his resignation, effective immediately. Reed made a statement on the House of Representatives floor Tuesday, saying, "After almost 12 years in Congress, today is my last day. It has been an honor to serve with … [Read more...]
City Republican Party Chair ‘Shocked’ Over News of Reed’s Resignation
The head of the Jamestown Republican Committee said he was "shocked" to hear the news Tom Reed was stepping down. Jamestown City Council member and City GOP chairman Brent Sheldon said it was sad and disappointing to find out Reed would be leaving … [Read more...]
Ballot is Set for 2022-23 Jamestown Public Schools Budget
The ballot is set for the 2022-23 Jamestown City School District Budget vote on May 17. JPS Administration and School Board held a public hearing Tuesday night at the Jamestown High School Auditorium on the $93.8 million spending plan. No one from … [Read more...]
City Reapportionment Committee Hears Proposal to Reduce Number of Wards, At-Large Seats
The effort to redraw wards in Jamestown so they will comply with the 2020 census is moving forward. On Tuesday, the city's Reapportionment Commission held its second meeting of the year and further looked into the process of drawing ward … [Read more...]
UPMC Chautauqua Receives ‘A’ Safety Grade
UPMC Chautauqua has received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2022. This national distinction recognizes these hospital's achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error in the hospital. UPMC Chautauqua … [Read more...]
BPU Reschedules Falconer Water Main Flushing to May 12-13
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities has rescheduled the Falconer flushing of water mains for Thursday, May 12 and Friday, May 13. The Village flushing will take place after 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 12, overnight into Friday, May 13. Flushing is … [Read more...]
Jamestown Officials Announce Investments in Public Safety
City of Jamestown officials announced new investments in public safety, including more police officers and firefighters in addition to purchasing a second ambulance. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said the three police officers hired would be part of a new … [Read more...]
One Person Died in a House Fire in Frewsburg Monday Morning
One person died in a house fire in Frewsburg Monday morning. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said that the Frewsburg Fire Department was called to the fire at 83 West Main Street around 7:30 a.m. The building included five apartments, four … [Read more...]
NY Attorney General James Announces Legislation to Support Abortion Providers
State Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday new legislation to establish a state program that would provide financial resources to abortion providers in New York. The legislation would create the Reproductive Freedom and Equity Program … [Read more...]
Public Hearing on Jamestown Public Schools Budget Tonight
The public will have a chance to learn more about and make comments on proposed 2022-23 Jamestown City School District Budget tonight. The hearing on the $93.8 million budget as well as propositions on the ballot will take place at 6:00 p.m. in … [Read more...]
