SNAP recipients will receive new, more secure chip-based cards starting in 2027. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) recently finalized a contract with a vendor to provide … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Exhibit ‘An Explosion Of Color’ Opens At Pearl City Clay House August 8
Pearl City Clay House is presenting new gallery exhibit, An Explosion of Color, featuring the work of artist Janet Cookson. The exhibition opens with a public reception from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, August 8, at Pearl City Clay House located … [Read more...]
Jamestown Mayor Required To Fill Ward 2 Seat Ahead Of November Elections
Jamestown Mayor Ecklund will fill the City Council Ward 2 seat ahead of November General Elections. Mayor Kim Ecklund said under State Election Law she has 60 days from the time the seat formerly held by Tony Dolce was vacated to appoint a new … [Read more...]
Lucille Ball Comedy Fest Starts Today
The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival starts today in Jamestown with tickets still available for headlining shows. The four day festival takes place today through Sunday, August 9 and will feature comedian Jerry Seinfeld performing tonight at the … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities’ 2025-26 Fiscal Year Giving Exceeds $9 Million
Catholic Charities of Buffalo has announced that its 2025-26 fiscal year giving has exceeded $9 million. The organization raised $7,280,436 through Appeal 2026 with total philanthropic gifts increasing by 7.8% to reach $9,075,325. Catholic … [Read more...]
Gavin Paterniti To Perform At Reg Lenna’s Memory Cafe
Musician Gavin Paterniti will be the performer at this month’s Memory Cafe at the Reg Lenna Center for The Arts. Gavin is a part-time musician from Jamestown who also currently works as WRFA’s Programming Coordinator. He’s a self-described “old … [Read more...]
Infinity Welcomes Two New Instructors
Infinity Visual and Performing Arts is welcoming two new instructors. Voice and Theater Instructor Christine Porter comes to Infinity with over three decades of performance experience on both stage and screen. She is a graduate of The Hartt … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Approves Union Contracts For JCAA, JURA
Jamestown City Council has approved new contracts for two unions. Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund said the contracts for JCAA and JURA are for three years and include raises that are in line with what the other unions have received in recent contract … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County’s Homeless Population Increased In 2025 Compared With NYS
The number people who are unhoused in Chautauqua County increased last year while the overall home population in New York State decreased. The State Comptroller’s Office stated in a report that between 2024 and 2025, the number of people who are … [Read more...]
Suicide Prevention Alliance Holding Events In August
The Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County is holding a series of events this August to promote hope, connection, wellness, and suicide prevention awareness. Community members are encouraged to register early, invite friends and family, … [Read more...]
