A public hearing on New York State’s proposal to add sidewalks to parts of Fairmount Avenue in the village of Lakewood brought out naysayers Thursday night. Nearly 50 people attended the hearing at Busti Town Hall about the 2.5 mile proposed … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Chautauqua County, Jamestown Awarded $500,000 Total To Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
Chautauqua County and the City of Jamestown have been awarded a total of $500,000 to help expand housing opportunities. The funding is a Pro-Housing Communities Technical Assistance Grant through the New York State Homes & Community Renewal … [Read more...]
JCC Uncommoners To Present ‘Biloxi Blues’
Jamestown Community College Uncommoners are presenting a production of “Biloxi Blues” at Scharmann Theatre starting this Friday. The play, written by Neil Simon, is a story that follows young Army recruits during World War II as they go through … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County History Expo To Mark 250th Anniversary Of The USA
The Second Annual Chautauqua County History Expo will mark the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States. The event is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 2 at the Town of Chautauqua Community Municipal Building (Old … [Read more...]
Daylight Saving Time Starts This Weekend
Daylight saving time begins this weekend. At 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 8, clocks will "spring forward" and reset to 3:00 a.m. While cell phones will do the change automatically, other clocks can be changed on Saturday night before bedtime or … [Read more...]
Reg Lenna’s Memory Cafe Features Sukanya Burman Dance March 10
The Reg’s Memory Cafe will feature Sukanya Burman Dance on March 10. Participants are invited to explore rhythm and movement through conversation, laughter, clapping, simple footwork, drums, and ankle bells, all in a relaxed, welcoming setting. … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Master Gardeners Presenting Webinar On Garden With Deer Resistant Plants
The Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Chautauqua Master Gardener program is holding a webinar on gardening with deer resistant plants. The Education Committee is hosting the free event online from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18. Temple … [Read more...]
County Legislature Increases Income Limit For Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption
The Chautauqua County Legislature has increased the income level for those who may qualify for the Senior Real Property Tax Exemption. Legislators unanimously passed an amended resolution that raised the current income for the exemption from … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul, State Attorney General James Urging Residents To Report Price Gouging In Wake Of Conflict In Iran
Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James are urging residents to remain vigilant against price gouging in the wake of heightened geopolitical tensions and conflict in West Asia, particularly in Iran, that could threaten supply chains … [Read more...]
New Chautauqua Lake Manager To Be Introduced At Chautauqua Lake Symposium
A new Chautauqua Lake Manager will be introduced at the 2026 Chautauqua Lake Symposium on Saturday, March 21. The forum will bring together scientists, lake managers, policymakers, and stakeholders to share knowledge, align efforts, and continue … [Read more...]
