The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth has released the Chautauqua County Economic Development Strategy for 2026-2031. The Strategy updates the county’s 2020 Strategic Plan and provides a five-year guide for economic development … [Read more...]
Robert H. Jackson Center Hosting Educational, Community-Focused Events
The Robert H. Jackson Center is hosting a trio of educational and community-focused events this month. This Saturday, May 9 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., the center is inviting grade school educators to bring student teams to its Battle of the Books … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Electric Division Wins Safety Award
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Electric Division has earned the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2025. The utility earned the Diamond Level Award in the utilities … [Read more...]
ImmunityBio in Dunkirk Has Begun Hiring
ImmunityBio in Dunkirk has begun hiring. The pharmaceutical manufacturing company recently renegotiated terms and conditions for renewal of its lease with New York State and Chautauqua County. Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency CEO … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Arrested For Possessing, Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Materials
A Jamestown man has been arrested for allegedly possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced that 20-year old Connor Higgs faces a mandatory minimum penalty of five years, and a maximum of 20 … [Read more...]
CLA Receives $3,500 Donation
The Chautauqua Lake Association has recently received a $3,500 donation from the Chautauqua Lake Fishing Association. The contribution will support the CLA’s 2026 lake operations, including harvesting, debris removal, near-shore work and seasonal … [Read more...]
CHQ Professionals Group Hosting Coffee Meet-Up
The CHQ Professionals Group is hosting its third coffee meetup of the season in Lily Dale. The meetups provide a free and inclusive space for professionals across Chautauqua County to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen community ties in a … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU To Provide Community Fiber Update To City Council
Jamestown City Council will receive an update from the Jamestown BPU on their Community Fiber program tonight. BPU officials will present during the full work session about the broadband fiber network roll out that is set to happen this summer. … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Approves Capital Project Agreement With BOCES
The Jamestown School Board has approved a joint agreement between Jamestown Public Schools and Erie 2 Chautauqua Cattaraugus BOCES for a BOCES capital project. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said the total project cost for BOCES is $49 million, … [Read more...]
Kennedy Man Arrested On Child Sexual Abuse Materials Charges
A Kennedy man has been arrested on child sexual abuse materials charges. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office said that deputies began an investigation in October 2025 about the possession and promotion of child sexual abuse materials in the … [Read more...]
