The Jamestown YMCA is again sponsoring free meals for children age 18 and under this summer. Food will be available at the various sites across Jamestown and surrounding communities Mondays through Fridays as of Monday, July … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Bipartisan Legislation To End Blood Quantum For Tribal Communities Filed in U.S. Senate
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Steve Daines (R-MT) have introduced legislation to end blood quantum rule for tribal communities. The bipartisan Tribal Border Crossing Parity Act would eliminate the 50% blood quantum requirement for … [Read more...]
County Now Accepting Applications For Bed Tax Grants
Chautauqua County's 2025 Bed Tax Grant Program is now accepting applications. Municipalities, for-profit, and nonprofit partners can apply for funding now until October 1, 2024. The Tourism Product Development Grant Program is funded through … [Read more...]
Jamestown’s Smoking Ordinance Now Includes Cannabis
The City of Jamestown's smoking ordinance now includes cannabis. The update passed by City Council at their June voting session prohibits the use of tobacco, tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and cannabis or herbal cigarettes on property … [Read more...]
Research Finds Bird Flu Stays Stable On Milking Equipment For At Least An Hour
Research has found that bird flu, or H5N1 virus, stays stable on milking equipment for at least one hour. The report came from researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Emory University in Emerging Infectious … [Read more...]
Hewes Educational Center Holds 2024 Senior Recognition Ceremony
The Hewes Educational Center recently held its 2024 Senior Recognition Ceremony at Chautauqua Institution. The students began their journey at Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES more than two years ago. At the time, each sought a Career & … [Read more...]
Boutwell Hill State Forest Road Closure Announced Ahead of Trail Rehabilitation
Arab Hill Forest Road in Boutwell Hill State Forest is temporarily closed for the next two months. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the temporary closure of a section of Arab Hill Forest Road, located between … [Read more...]
United Way Seeking Nominations for Joseph H. Mason Award
The United Ways of Chautauqua County are currently seeking nominations for the 2024 Joseph H. Mason Award. The award recognizes the community service of a local union member. Now in its 43rd year, the Joseph H. Mason Award and “Salute to Labor” … [Read more...]
City Unveils Suicide Prevention Signs on City Bridges
The City of Jamestown has unveiled suicide prevention signs on the three main bridges in the city. Mayor Kim Ecklund, speaking at the western entrance to the Third Street Bridge Thursday, said suicide rates in Chautauqua County are often higher … [Read more...]
Prendergast Library’s 3rd Annual Community Block Party Set for June 29
The James Prendergast Library's Third Annual Community Block Party will take place Saturday. The event will be held 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 29. Assistant Library Manager Jennifer Champ said this will be the first time they have … [Read more...]
