ALBANY - A lawsuit involving Jamestown Public Schools along with seven other schools and the state of New York should begin to move forward later this month in Albany. Jamestown Public School Superintendent Tim Mains says opening arguments in the … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Westfield Woman Charged with Assaulting Officer Following Tasing Incident
WESTFIELD - A Westfield woman who was tased by Sheriff Deputies following an incident that took place New Years Eve is now in the county jail on $50,000 bail. Chautauqua County Sheriff Deputies released a report on Tuesday detailing the incident, … [Read more...]
City Man Arrested After Officers Find Loaded Hand Guns in Apartment
JAMESTOWN - A city man is in the county jail for possession of several illegal fire arms. City police were sent to the lower apartment at 33 Broadhead Ave. on New Year’s Day to respond to what has only been described as a “suspicious situation.” … [Read more...]
Young Warns Residents to Be Vigilant Against IRS Scams
ALBANY - Senator Catharine Young (R,I,C- Olean) is warning area residents to be on the lookout in response to an ongoing phone scam that has already plagued several local residents. The scam begins with a resident receiving a call from someone … [Read more...]
Lake Effect Snow Warning, Wind Chill Advisory Issued for Chautauqua County
BUFFALO - The national weather service has issued a Lake effect Snow Warning for Chautauqua County running from 4 p.m. Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday. In addition, a wind chill advisory is in place for the region from 10 a.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. … [Read more...]
City Council Considering $3,000,000 Bonding Proposal
JAMESTOWN - The city of Jamestown will be looking to borrow up to $3,000,000 to help pay for equipment purchases as well as several emergency projects. During Monday night’s city council work session, Jamestown city comptroller Joe Bellitto and … [Read more...]
Johnson Foundation Presents $250,000 Grant to Jamestown Renaissance Corporation
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation joined the Johnson Foundation Monday to make an important announcement that will go a long way in helping to beautify and improve neighborhoods throughout the city. This will continue to fund our … [Read more...]
Klein Says IDC Will Stay Aligned with Senate GOP Majority in 2015
ALBANY - The Democratic leader of New York's state Senate and the head of a breakaway faction of Democrats are criticizing each other over their continuing rift. The associated press is reporting that despite an earlier promise to work with … [Read more...]
Funeral for Former Governor Mario Cuomo is Tuesday
NEW YORK - The funeral for former New York Gov. Mario Cuomo is scheduled to take place Tuesday in New York City. New York's 52nd Governor died on Jan. 1, 2015 - just hours after his son Andrew Cuomo was sworn into his second term in office as the … [Read more...]
Doors Open Jamestown Returns on Saturday, January 17
JAMESTOWN - Doors Open Jamestown returns in 2 weeks! Join us on Jan. 17 and celebrate a day that features FREE admission at a variety of local attractions. Participating venues for this year include: Busti Grist Mill; Chautauqua Sports Hall of … [Read more...]
