ALBANY - Some good news for beer and wine producers in New York. Governor Andrew Cuomo Thursday announced two initiatives stemming from the second Wine, Beer, Spirits and Cider Summit to support New York State's local wineries and … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Chautauqua Region Rock n’ Roll Rundown – June 12 through July 13
The WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown is presented Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons and brought to you through the support of the Arthur R. Gren Company in Jamestown, NY. Thursday, June 12 Bluegrass Jam – Lakewood Legion – Lakewood Not Sold … [Read more...]
[VIDEO] Governor Announces New Initiatives to Combat Rising Drug Use
ALBANY - New York State is continuing its effort to crack down on the sale and use of Heroin and other opioids. On Wednesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the State Police plans to hire 100 investigators for its narcotics unit (CNET) in … [Read more...]
Mayville Man Arrested on Heroin-Related Charges
MAYVILLE - Local authorities have taken a Mayville man into custody for allegedly selling heroin to undercover drug agents. According to a release from the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force, investigators arrested 32 year-old Justin Eck on … [Read more...]
Employee at Jamestown McDonalds Files False Armed Robbery Report
JAMESTOWN - An unidentified man is facing possible charges after he allegedly called in a false report early Wednesday morning while working at McDonalds on East Second Street. According to Jamestown police, the employee called police at about 2:45 … [Read more...]
State Senate Passes ‘Renee’s Law’ to Protect Employees who Work with Violent Youth
ALBANY - The New York State Senate has passed a measure to protect the staff and youth in group homes and other youth residential facilities. According to Senator Cathy Young, “Renee’s Law” increases the criminal history and other information … [Read more...]
Young Announces Effort to Recruit More Dentists in Rural Communities
ALBANY - New York Senator Cathy Young (R, I - Olean) wants to see more dentists across New York State. On Wednesday, the Senate passed Young’s Bill entitled “Dentists Across New York.” The legislation would help to increase the number of dentists … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Announces 2014 Valedictorian, Salutatorian
JAMESTOWN - Jamestown High School has announced its 2014 Valedictorian and Salutatorian. Valedictorian Jonathan Healy is the son of Terry Smith and Michael Healy. He will be attending Case Western Reserve University to major in chemical or … [Read more...]
Dragon Boat Demonstration Coming to Jamestown June 17
JAMESTOWN - For the first time in its history, a dragon will make its way down the Chadakoin River. On June 17, members of the Pan American Dragon Boat Association will transport a boat to Chautauqua County to allow residents, and representatives … [Read more...]
Investigation Results in Arrest of Two More Heroin Dealers
JAMESTOWN - Two more people have been arrested on drug charges as local police continue to crackdown on the growing problem of heroin in the community. According to the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force, the arrest of 51 year-old Jose … [Read more...]
