JAMESTOWN - Jamestown police have now charged four men in connection to a home invasion that included gunfire being exchanged between one of the suspects and city police. However, investigators say as many as three other individuals could still be on … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
County Officials Schedule Two Drug Forums to Address Growing Heroin, Opioid Problem
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan and Chautauqua County Community Mental Hygiene Services Director Patricia Brinkman have announced two additional Community Drug Forums focused on the growing epidemic of Heroin and opioid use in … [Read more...]
Gerace to Seek Re-Election for a Sixth Term in Office as Chautauqua County Sheriff
WEST ELLICOTT - Chautauqua County Sheriff Joseph A. Gerace has officially announced his intention to run for a sixth term in November. In a media release, Gerace pointed out several accomplishments during his time in office, including the … [Read more...]
Reed Seeks Input from Regional Transportation Officials
OLEAN - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) on Tuesday met with area highway and transportation officials to listen to the challenges faced by towns and villages throughout his district as they make road and bridge upgrades. The Corning Republican … [Read more...]
Distribution of Senior Farmers Market Coupon Set for Thursday in Jamestown
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Office for the Aging has received its supply of Senior Farmers Market Coupons. Seniors who wish to apply for the coupons need to come in person to Covenant Manor Apartments, 23 W. 3rd St. in Jamestown, on Thursday … [Read more...]
WRFA NEWS UPDATE: City Police Charge Two In Connection to Overnight Shooting; Three Remain at Large
JAMESTOWN (July 1, 2014 - 1:20 p.m.) - Jamestown Police have made two arrests in connection to a shooting incident that took place overnight that involved a suspect firing upon a police officer. However, three men - including the alleged shooter - … [Read more...]
City Police Investigate Overnight Officer-Involved Shooting; Search Continues for Suspects
JAMESTOWN (July 1, 2014 - 6:05 a.m.) - Members of the Jamestown Police Department are investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place early Tuesday morning on the city's east side. According to Jamestown Police Captain Robert Samuelson, … [Read more...]
State Court of Appeals Rules Local Governments Can Pass Moratorium on Fracking
ALBANY - Opponents of natural gas hydrofracking have declared complete victory following Monday's precedent-setting ruling by the state's highest court. The 5-2 decision from the Court of Appeals upholds the legality of dozens of local government … [Read more...]
Shared Services Forum Scheduled for July 16; Municipal, School Leaders Encouraged to Attend
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan wants to continue to look into the idea of shared services among local governments. The county’s top elected official announced on Friday that his office will host an informational forum to … [Read more...]
Bicyclist Hit by Vehicle After Traveling Wrong Way Down One-Way Street
JAMESTOWN - A bicyclist could face charges after he was struck by a vehicle while riding his bike the wrong way down a one-way street in Jamestown. Jamestown police say the incident took place at about 1:30 Friday afternoon. The 21 year-old male, … [Read more...]
