Congressman Nick Langworthy has introduced legislation that seeks to clarify the Seneca Nation of Indians’ concerns about New York state law enforcement jurisdiction on Nation land. In 1948, Congress enacted a federal statute granting New York … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Free Screening of Sugarcane To Take Place Jan. 23 At JCC
A community screening of the award-winning documentary, Sugarcane, will be held Friday, January 23 at Jamestown Community College. The Dismantling Racism Commission of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church is hosting the free, public event that will take … [Read more...]
Jamestown Police Chief Tim Jackson To Retire Feb. 4
Jamestown’s Police Chief and Director of Public Safety, Tim Jackson, will retire February 4. Chief Jackson began his career with the Jamestown Police Department on May 1, 2000, when he was appointed to the position of Patrolman. Over the course of … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Proposes Record $260 Billion State Budget
Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed a record $260 billion state budget. The Executive Budget projects State revenue collection to increase by 9.9% with fiscal year 2027 spending projected at $260 billion which is an increase of 0.7 percent. The … [Read more...]
Nearly $1 Million Awarded To Water Quality Projects In Chautauqua County
Nearly $1 million has been awarded by New York State to support water quality and climate resiliency projects in Chautauqua County. The town of Chautauqua is receiving $508,363 in Water Quality Improvement Project funding to replace the aged and … [Read more...]
Humane Society Invites Businesses To Celebrate Employees With ‘Fur-Ever Valentine’ Program
The Chautauqua County Humane Society is inviting local businesses to celebrate their employees in a uniquely heartwarming way this Valentine’s season. Through its new Fur‑ever Valentine program, CCHS will bring a shelter pet directly to workplaces … [Read more...]
Doors Open Jamestown To Take Place Sat. Jan. 24
Doors Open Jamestown will take place this Saturday, January 24. The day is designed as an opportunity for people who live in the region to experience what tourists see in the Jamestown area, featuring a wide variety of local museums and cultural … [Read more...]
Jamestown Woman Convicted Of Mail Theft Sentenced
A Jamestown woman convicted of mail theft has been sentenced. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced that 42-year old Anita Miller has been sentenced to three years probation and 100 community service hours in U.S. District Court. Miller was … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Renews Electric ‘Flex Rate Agreements’ With SKF USA, Bush/eSolutions
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities has renewed electric “Flex Rate Agreements” with two regional manufacturers. The agreements provide them with slightly lower electric rates in exchange for continued economic development investments and … [Read more...]
National Comedy Center Nominated For USA Today’s ‘Best Pop Culture Museum’
The National Comedy Center has been nominated for USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Award for “Best Pop Culture Museum.” The National Comedy Center is one of 20 museums in the United States nominated in this category by a panel of nationally … [Read more...]
