Chautauqua County is being designated as part of a Tech Hub so that local manufacturers can be connected to opportunities as part of the NY SMART I-Corridor. “SMART” in the NY SMART I-Corridor name stands for “Semiconductor Manufacturing and … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Public Comments Sought For Chautauqua County’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps
Updates to Chautauqua County’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps are now under a 90-day review period. The new maps will provide Chautauqua County with up-to-date flood risk information and tools that can be used to enhance local mitigation plans and help … [Read more...]
Humane Society Launches Youth T-Shirt Design Contest
The Chautauqua County Humane Society has launched the Pet Expo ’26 Youth T-Shirt Design Challenge. The challenge invites young artists to show off their creativity while celebrating animals and the spirit of community. This challenge is supported … [Read more...]
City Council Approves Next Step In Chadakoin River Stormwater Project
Jamestown City Council has approved the next step in $5.5 million Chadakoin River Stormwater Channel Maintenance project. The resolution passed June 29, 2026 allows the City to enter into a Federal Aid Local Project Agreement for the engineering … [Read more...]
Youth Programs, Youth Sports Grant Applications Due July 9
The deadline to apply for youth programs and sports funding is this Thursday, July 9. Funding for youth programs is being provided by the State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and administered through the Chautauqua County Department … [Read more...]
Former BPU GM Receives Alan H. Richardson Statesmanship Award
Former Jamestown Board of Public Utilities General Manager David Leathers has been awarded the Alan H. Richardson Statesmanship Award. Leathers received the award during the American Public Power Association’s National Conference in Boston, … [Read more...]
Forestville Teen Drowns In Lake Erie
A Forestville teenager drowned in Lake Erie on July 3. The Evans Police Department responded to Lake Erie Beach Park at about 3:30 Friday afternoon for a report of a 15-year old boy who had gone underwater and did not resurface. Park Lifeguards … [Read more...]
‘Nuclear 101’ Forum Held To Help Local Officials Understand Opportunities For Advanced Nuclear
A “Nuclear 101” Forum was recently held to help local elected officials and business leaders better understand the opportunities advanced nuclear could present for Dunkirk, Chautauqua County and the surrounding region. Local leaders attended the … [Read more...]
NYS Reminds Residents Of Options To Reduce Energy Costs During The Summer
With summer heat here, New Yorkers are being reminded of options to help reduce energy costs. The State’s Energy Affordability Program and Enhanced Energy Affordability Program provide income-eligible households across New York State with … [Read more...]
Court Case Challenging Conditions On How Homeless Funding Could Be Used Wins
A case challenging the Trump administration’s conditions that capped how much homelessness funding could used for housing has won in court. New York Attorney General Letitia James and a coalition of 18 other attorneys general and the governors of … [Read more...]
