ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo Friday said he will issue an Executive Order allowing the state to redistribute ventilators and personal protective equipment (PPE) from in-state institutions that don't currently need them and redeploy the equipment to … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
High Risk of Overdose continues in Chautauqua County
45 reported overdoses in March - 2 fatal - MEDIA RELEASE - MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services (CCDHHS) is warning people that there has been a spike in overdoses in the past month, and that may be a sign … [Read more...]
Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Chautauqua County Now up to 12
MAYVILLE - The total number of Confirmed cases of COVID-19 four Chautauqua County is now at 12. On Thursday afternoon the Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services reported two new confirmed cases in the county - one involving a … [Read more...]
State Legislature Approves Budget that Contains Numerous Reforms, Keeps Education Funding Flat
ALBANY - State lawmakers have passed a budget for the new fiscal year on Thursday. Under the budget, all funds spending is estimated to total approximately $177 billion and state operating spending is authorized up to $105.8 billion. However in … [Read more...]
Federal Officials Warn Residents of COVID-19 Stimulus Scams
BUFFALO - Officials with the U.S. Attorney's Office and the Internal Revenue Service are urging New York taxpayers to be vigilant of emerging scams targeting COVID-19 economic impact payments. “We are living in unprecedented times and each one of … [Read more...]
Second County Resident has Recovered from COVID-19, Map Showing Confirmed Case Locations Now Available
MAYVILLE - A second person has recovered from the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus and there were no new confirmed cases reported on Wednesday for Chautauqua County. That's according to the Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services, … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Announces New Web Page to Help Families During COVID-19 State of Emergency
JAMESTOWN - Jamestown Public Schools has created a web page with a few tips and resources that families can use to help children understand and adjust to changes in routine during the COVID-19 State of Emergency. The website can be found online at … [Read more...]
County Health Officials Announce Two New COVID-19 Cases, Bringing Confirmed Case Total to 10
JAMESTOWN - Two New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Chautauqua County, bringing the new total of known cases to 10. According to the Chautauqua County Health Department, the new cases involve a man in his 80s, with no recent … [Read more...]
Portion of Route 394 in Kennedy Temporary Closed Tuesday night Due to Standoff Incident
KENNEDY - The New York State Police issued a shelter in place order in Kennedy early Tuesday night as the result of an apparent standoff incident. The order was issued just after 5 p.m. and included residences located along Route 394, between … [Read more...]
Sundquist Announces Closure of Playgrounds and Basketball Courts, Extends Initial State of Emergency Measures to April 15
JAMESTOWN - Mayor Eddie Sundquist has ordered all playgrounds and basketball courts in the city to be shutdown to help reduce risk factors for spreading COVID-19. Signage and yellow tape will be placed on playgrounds and courts, urging Jamestown … [Read more...]
