Three local organizations will receive funding to help people who are experiencing homelessness remain stably housed. $63 million in grants awarded through the New York State Supportive Housing Program (NYSSHP) are going to 130 supportive housing … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Borrello, Molitor Call On Governor To Repower NRG Plant In Dunkirk
Local State representatives are calling on Governor Hochul to support repowering the former NRG Plant in Dunkirk. The NRG plant operated for more than 60 years. Before its closure, the facility was paying nearly $10 million annually in local tax … [Read more...]
Kwame Alexander Named 2026 Distinguished Fellow For African American Heritage House at Chautauqua
The African American Heritage House at Chautauqua has announced the appointment of New York Times best selling author and Emmy®-winning producer Kwame Alexander as its 2026 Inaugural Distinguished Fellow. In addition, Sean Hawkins has been named … [Read more...]
Humane Society Holding Family Game Night Thursday
The Chautauqua County Humane Society is holding a family game night this Thursday. The event will start at 5:30 p.m. with a guided tour of the shelter, located at 2825 Strunk Road in Jamestown. The cost is $10 per person, which includes light … [Read more...]
City Council To Vote On PILOT For Gateway Lofts Project
Jamestown City Council will vote tonight on a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement with the organization building the Gateway Lofts. The resolution under new business would have Southern Tier Environments For Living Inc. (STEL) providing $70,116.48 … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Pleads Guilty In Death Of Infant
A Jamestown man has pled guilty to manslaughter in the death of an infant. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt said 27-year old Matthew Nuttall made the plea Wednesday, February 18 during a pre-trial conference in County Court. On … [Read more...]
Jamestown Teenager Arrested On Animal Cruelty Charges
A Jamestown teenager has been arrested on animal cruelty charges. The Jamestown Police Department said officers responded Wednesday, February 18 to a northside residence following a report of multiple neglected dogs, including one believed to be … [Read more...]
City Of Jamestown Being Featured On ‘Viewpoint With Dennis Quaid’
The City of Jamestown is being featured in an upcoming segment of "Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid." Chautauqua County had previously been featured on the same program in October 2025. Hosted by acclaimed actor, Dennis Quaid, "Viewpoint with Dennis … [Read more...]
Two Area Youth Selected For International Judging Competition In Scotland
Two members of the New York State 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Team have been selected to represent New York at an international judging competition during the Scottish Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh, Scotland, in June 2026. These 4-H members, Dayne … [Read more...]
State Budget Proposes Allocating $1.6 Million To Jamestown In Temporary Municipal Aid
The City of Jamestown is being allocated nearly $1.6 million in Temporary Municipal Assistance in Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed 2027 State Budget. Hochul announced the State will allocate an additional $150 million in financial assistance for … [Read more...]
