JAMESTOWN - The new superintendent of Jamestown Public Schools has only spent one day on the job, but he’s already providing details on what his vision of the future will be. On Thursday, Tim Mains announced his entry plan, which he says places a … [Read more...]
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MORNING NEWS: County IDA Announces Two New Business Development Projects in Westfield, Dunkirk
JAMESTOWN - Chautauqua County development officials have announced two new businesses that will be coming into the area in the coming weeks. The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency says Rae Foods, Inc. recently closed on the purchase of … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Senecas Present State with $350 Million Check, $34.5 Million Will go to Salamanca Area
SALAMANCA - For the first time in 35 years, a sitting New York Governor has personally visited the city of Salamanca. On Thursday, Governor Andrew Cuomo made a joint appearance with Seneca Nation of Indians President Barry Snyder, Sr. at the … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: City Police Seeking Public’s Help in Roberry, Accident
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect who robbed the Papa John’s pizza shop on W. Third St. late Wednesday night. According to the Jamestown Post-Journal, police say the incident took place … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: 69th Annual Gerry Rodeo Now Underway
GERRY - Perfect weather, cowboys and cowgirls from 26 states, and the outstanding stock from Painted Pony Rodeo Company gave rodeo fans a great opening night of action in the 69th annual Gerry Volunteer Fire Department’s PRCA rodeo. The rodeo … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Jamestown Jammers Host CRCF Community Night Tonight
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Jammers are teaming up with the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation tonight to celebrate 35 years of Caring and Giving. The evening will pay tribute to the foundation’s 35th anniversary by honoring the towns around the … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: State Casino Bill Now Awaits Public Vote Following Gov.’s Signature
ALBANY - The issue of whether or not New York State will be in the business of licensing casinos in areas of Upstate New York will go before voters this November. On Tuesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Upstate NY Gaming Economic Development … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: United Way of Southern Chautauqua County Kicks off 2013 Campaign
JAMESTOWN - The 2013 Campaign for the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is now underway with the "Pacesetter Kickoff" taking place earlier this week. Campaign co-chairs Deb and Deke Kathman welcomed representatives from 20 local businesses … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: County Veterans’ Services Director to Resign Aug. 9
JAMESTOWN - Chautauqua County will be looking for a new person to help oversee its Veterans Service Agency. Earlier this week Chautauqua County Executive Greg Edwards announced that Veterans Services Director Doug Diers will resign from his position … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Jamestown Police Investigating Monday Night Accident
JAMESTOWN - City police are continuing their investigation into a Monday night accident that resulted in one person being ejected from the vehicle. Officers say the accident took place at about 10:30 p.m. on Fairmount Ave. near the intersection with … [Read more...]
