The Valentine Flats parking area and associated trails at Zoar Valley have reopened for use. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation temporarily closed the area on August 26 to do trail repair work to address erosion. Other … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Zoning Board Denies Variance Request for Chickens in Jamestown
The Jamestown Zoning Board of Appeals has denied a variance request for a city resident to have chickens at his house. Timothy and Kerri Smart of 209 Harding Avenue requested the use variance to house chickens in an existing five foot by seven … [Read more...]
NYS Unveils Work Project for Route 394 in the City of Jamestown
New York State will begin work on Route 394 in 2025 that will include street repaving of a nearly three mile section of the route in the City of Jamestown. State DOT Public Information Officer Susan Surdej said the section of East Fourth Street … [Read more...]
Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit Opens at Robert H. Jackson Center
A Smithsonian traveling exhibit opens today at the Robert H. Jackson Center. The Center will open "The Story of Our Participation" exhibit alongside the Smithsonian’s traveling exhibition of "Voices and Votes: Democracy in America." Robert H. … [Read more...]
Jamestown Dance Festival Takes Place Sept. 7-8
The inaugural Jamestown Dance Festival will take place this weekend at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts. The celebration of diverse dance forms and cultural expressions will feature performances this Saturday and Sunday from award-winning dance … [Read more...]
‘Mug Shots’ Exhibit Opens At Pearl City Clay House Sept. 7
The exhibit, "Mug Shots," opens Saturday at Pearl City Clay House in downtown Jamestown. The showcase will run from September 7 to 29 and highlights the artistry and craftsmanship behind drinking vessels, featuring works handcrafted by Pearl City … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Narrows Down Suspects In Yolanda Bindics Murder
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office has narrowed its investigation down to one person of interest in the 2004 murder of Yolanda Bindics. Sheriff Jim Quattrone stated during an update to media on the case that following a thorough investigation … [Read more...]
Two Cats Have Died From Rabies in City of Jamestown
The Chautauqua County Health Department has confirmed that two feral or stray cats in the City of Jamestown have died from the rabies virus. The Department said no other cats have been identified as having rabies and there are no other open … [Read more...]
Two Arrested Following Multi-Hour Standoff on Victoria Avenue
Two people have been arrested following a multi-hour standoff on Victoria Avenue in Jamestown on Tuesday afternoon. The Jamestown Police Department said officers responded to 84 Victoria Avenue just after 12:30 p.m. Tuesday on a report of a … [Read more...]
Students, Senior Citizens Encouraged To Get New COVID-19 Vaccine
Kids going back to school and senior citizens are being encouraged to get the new COVID-19 vaccine that's now available in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul is encouraging all eligible New Yorkers — especially those who are 65 and older, are … [Read more...]
