JAMESTOWN - On Saturday, October 4th the second annual Kallie’s Krusade Benefit Fundraiser will take place. Kallie's Krusade is named for local resident Kallie Swan, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in August 2013. … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
State Launches Website to Combat Growing Heroin Problem, Offer Resources for Those Seeking Help
ALBANY - New York State is announcing a new effort in the war against heroin. On Monday Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the “Combat Heroin” campaign – which is designed to inform and educate New Yorkers about the risks of heroin and prescription … [Read more...]
Governor Announces New State Laws to Deal with Climate Change
ALBANY - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo on Monday signed into law the Community Risk and Resiliency Act to strengthen New York State’s preparedness for the effects of climate change and help protect communities against severe weather and sea level … [Read more...]
JPS Named Inaugural Class of Emerging STEM School Systems
JAMESTOWN – At its first meeting in the 2014-15 school year, the WNY STEM Hub recognized Jamestown Public Schools as one of 29 school systems in five counties for their commitment to enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) … [Read more...]
BPU Extends Yard Waste Site Hour for Fall Season
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities is extending Saturday hours at the Monroe Street Yard Waste Site for the remainder of the season, beginning Saturday, Sept. 27. Saturday hours will now run from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until the 2014 … [Read more...]
Mayville Woman Charged with Arson Following Weekend Incident
MAYVILLE - A Mayville woman is in the county jail without bail on charges related to arson. Chautauqua County Sheriff Deputies were called to a location on South Erie St. in Mayville just before 9pm Saturday night for a report of a woman … [Read more...]
2015 County Budget to Focus on Economic Development, Holding Line on Taxes
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan (R-Bemus Point) will roll out his first tentative budget as county executive later this week when the Chautauqua County Legislature convenes in Mayville. Horrigan’s budget presentation will … [Read more...]
County Sheriff’s Office Projecting a 4 Percent Hike in Spending for 2015
MAYVILLE - Part of the 2015 Chautauqua County budget includes spending for public safety, which is projected to see an increase of over four percent in spending compared to the current year’s budget. Chautauqua County Sheriff Joe Gerace met with … [Read more...]
TRC Hosts Community Forum on Local Health Services Monday Night
JAMESTOWN - The Resource Center is inviting members of the public to a community discussion later tonight that will deal the area’s health care needs. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Resource Center offices at 200 Dunham Avenue in … [Read more...]
Reg Lenna Food Drive for St. Susan Center is Now Underway
JAMESTOWN - Reg Lenna Center For the Arts (RLCFA) is asking the community to help feed the hungry. In anticipation of the Harry Chapin: A Family Celebration concert on October 3 – the Reg will be accepting donations for the St. Susan Center in … [Read more...]
